Get the feel for the bike as it sits, talk to the people where you ride. See what ideas they have. DANG-I rode a 20 year old BRICK until 5 years ago. I learned a ton about riding and technology. When I did make the move to newer bikes I had a good feel for what I really wanted. Get a couple of months behind you. Make a couple of small changes like the bar or stem.
BEWARE-once you start buying bike stuff, it takes a family intervention to break you loose.
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I think its disgusting and terrible how people treat Lance Armstrong, especially after winning 7 Tour de France Titles while on drugs!
I can't even find my bike when I'm on drugs. -Willie N.