Well I picked up the new ride yesterday and started working on the upgrades. Swapped out the cassette for a 13-28. It came with 12-23. Put on some Bontrager Hardcase tires. No one told me that also stood for almost impossible to install on your rims. On the front tire I went thru 2 tubes before success. I was all worn out after doing the back tire.
Not shown is the conversion from 53/42 to 53/39. New computer comes in Friday. The LBS had a big run this weekend due to a warm weekend. I think new wheels are in the future, but we will wait for a reason to replace. (like a scratch).

Bike weighs in 21 lbs. My aluminium weighs in 23 lbs. Took it out for two rides so far and took it on some rough asphalt roads. It really rides smooth. Not bone jarring like the Specialized Sequoia.

I like the ride so much I have eliminated the Specialized Allez from the wish list.

I got the color right.