Well, I called 4 bike shops to see if they have the roam in stock to test ride. Hoping to get out there in the next couple days. All 4 actually said I wouldn't need, nor probably notice the difference between the roam 1 and 2, since majority of my riding would be on flatter tow path, bike trails.

I almost always have buyers remorse, right after a purchase, and I usually tell myself that I should have went up one or two models on whatever I got, hence the reason why I'm looking at the roam 1, even as a complete novice rider. I'm trying to convince myself that it's a waste of money at this time, and by the time I ever got to a biking enthusiast, IF I ever get there, then I'd be replacing parts and could upgrade then. But for now, the extra $250 would be better spent on a rack, satchel, new seat if needed, helmet, etc... I'm not on a tight budget, so I could go for the roam 1, but I don't want to waste money either...