If I offended you with that I did not mean too.

As far as the bike goes I did pick up the Obrea Aqua with carbon forks and carbon wrapped seat post. Groupo is shimano 105's and I was out the door at $1232. Before I purchased I stopped at another shop (Think this was my tenth bike shop over the last few days) and tried I believe it was a KHS 750 flight and it wasn't bad but they wanted $1400 for last years model. So to the Obrea shop I went and they let me ride the 51cm after sizing me to it then sized me to the 48cm to ride that. Since I have only been riding again for two years they explained that when standing and peddling you should be above but not necessarily past your handlebars with your shoulders. I was effectively able to do this with the 48cm and not the 51cm. The 48cm appeared to ride smoother and was more responsive to my moves.

The shop expressed that they wanted me happy for return service so they then fitted me to a 54cm bike and let me ride that. It helped me understand what they were expressing about the size. The bike was sloppy and loose although it was the same brand and model. All in all I spent a good 4 hours in the shop with them working with me and riding different bikes.

From my best friend that was with me stated that going from a 54cm to 48cm is only A difference of 2.3 inches. Now my handlebars aren't turned up at a funny angle to reach and I can actually use the bottom part of the bars and still reach the shifters to use. My best friend at 6'2" expressed that after I purchased we had a difference in bike size of only 10cm. His 58cm to my 48cm.

I'm very happy with my decision I just need the weather to warm up. It's collecting dust on my garage wall now. Thanks for all your help suggestions and comments.

Thanks,
Battletroll