I just switched from a hybrid to road bike. I got the 'comfort' road bike - a Trek Pilot which puts me in a more upright position even though it has drop bars. I also had cheater brakes put on. I have to admit that I use them quite often. It took a few rides but I've made the transition now and really love my road bike. Its much lighter and faster than my Trek 7300 hybrid.

Go out to your LBS and try LOTS of different bikes. Thats what I did. At first, I felt 'stretched out' on all of them. Then they all started to feel the same so I gave it a break and went back a few days later. I went to a different LBS and tried more there. Then a few days later, I went back to the original LBS and started there all over again and finally chose the Pilot.

Good luck!
Patty