The only down side to online shopping is that you can't test ride them. -- When you are just getting into it it can be daunting (or at least it was for me).... I started riding in May and it helped a ton to test ride them. That way you get a feel for the bike and how it handles and shifts. As for the bike above, I'm not sure. What kind of riding are you going to be doing? Longer rides, commutes, etc.? Sometimes it helps other riders on here to know what kind of riding you will be doing so they can help you find the bike that fits your needed/desires. Good Luck and Welcome to the bike community!!