Thank you for responding so quickly. I did some research on prices while I was waiting and yikes! I had the feeling that it would be a silly upgrade considering it would have been a $400 increase to buy the next model up. Just the upgrade from my 2005 Trek 1000 (men's) to this bike has been amazing. My hands don't fall asleep anymore. I was just curious about the upgrade because the sales guy mentioned that the 30 speed would have been a better purchase for me. Not sure if he was right, or just looking to squeeze more money out me...
Anyway, thanks again. I really appreciate a veteran's opinion.