Originally Posted by
Wilfred Laurier
They are all fine bikes, but the OP already has his or her eye on a good bike - why should he or she continue looking? Because of a few scratches on a bike that will be primarily used for commuting?
It seems that the OP has made a decision to buy the Specialized. It sounds like he/she is excited about the purchase and that is great. A good deal is only a good deal when both parties are happy. I hope that you enjoy the bike and enjoy riding. It truly is a great sport.