Originally Posted by
chelleshock
There was a very utilitarian-looking Globe bike that the salesguy recommended, but I just thought it was kinda ugly (and it only came in black, so no fancy colors to make up for the utilitarian style).
: I own a Specialized Globe, and I love it. Of course, this doesn't mean the bike must be right for you, but I will suggest you not avoid any bicycle based just on its appearance. Yes, you should like what you get, and cosmetics naturally will be an aspect of the preference, but many bicycles are available in more than one color; just because the shop you visit has only one shade in stock doesn't mean no others are available.
Also, there's never harm in trying out a bike (unless, I suppose, you crash...): I suggest you test-ride everything that comes your way, especially if it's recommended to you by a bike-shop employee — you never know when you might find that bike you've always loved, but never knew existed.