Quote Originally Posted by Bikechick B
LBS is holding the Fuji Roubaix for me. What do you experienced riders think?
Next---I have already bought and been trying to use clipless peddles (Shimano 540) I am having trouble with getting the right spring setting--they seem hard to get out of for me--I seem to have terrible trouble turning my foot to slip out. Should I switch to the Speedplay Frogs or something else. All these decisions just to ride a bike!!!!!!
B-B:
I have an '05 Roubaix, and I love it. However, in looking at the Fuji website, I have noticed that the components on the '06 model seem to have been downgraded a bit. Ask the LBS about this. I also changed out the saddle, DH and I call the Fuji saddles "torture chambers" and we have two we would give away! I put on the Terry Butterfly, and it works great for me.

As for Shimano pedals, my right one was giving me problems until I went and had my bike fitted and then the guy adjusted the cleats at the same time. If you get the bike professionally fitted, which I would HIGHLY recommend, they can adjust the cleats and pedals for you at that time. You may find the Shimanos work just great for you if they are tweaked.

Good luck, and I hope this helps before you bought the bike!

Tamara