Well, after quite a bit of test-riding at my LBS, I absolutely fell in love with the Ruby. From first sit, she just "fit". Here she is during one of our rail trail rides last week.

2012 Specialized Ruby Elite Apex



I've got about 75 miles on her so far, and I'm in absolute love. Every time I go out to ride is such a joy. I think my husband is tired of hearing how much I love my bike. I feel connected to this bike in ways that I never felt on my MTB. I feel like a stronger and more capable rider every time I get on this bike. It may all be in my head, but that's OK...whatever works.

Here's another photo along the Ashuwillticook Rail Trail