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Or as a beginner? I do have a spare set of SPD's, but figured I'd wait until I gained some proficiency until I converted.

Shefly, is it a good idea to use a more shock-absorbent saddle on a cross bike than on a roadie? I use a Specialized Toupe on my road bike. I have a Fizik Vesta on my mountain bike. (Haven't ridden the MB much, haven’t had the chance, yet. Seems like a good saddle). My cross is more upright than my roadie, so maybe the channel versus the cutout would work. Any idea? (Cross bike is actually still on layaway, got a killer deal on a new 2012 CAADX. $950.00 for the Tiagra model, and they are upgrading derailleur’s and brifters to 105 for 100.00). My thought was originally a 'do everything' steel bike, but the way this bike handles, power transfer, etc, is making me realize I'm turning into an aggressive rider; the way the bike feels is everything. I spend a lot of time out of the saddle on my roadie going over obstacles most people go around...).
I have a CAADX 105. This will be my third year racing on it and I love it. I also use SPD's, I set them really loose and have no problems getting in or out (well, except for the that one time, but that's cross...) Don't worry too much to get started, just go out and do it, you'll figure out if you need/want a different saddle or other components as you go. Just get out there and have fun!