i think its know what you want i went into my first lbs wanting an entry model roadie but i told the guy i wanted a specialized. so he showed me the sirrius (which i dont see as a roadie...., and the entry raligh) so i left went to specialized web site saw i wanted the allez, and than found a shop and asked for one...
i mean i may be off but ive always found its best to know what you want before you go into a purchase. i still goto the first lbs and just pay them if i need something done now and close. but in the end know the model you want and than demand it.