Originally Posted by
MikeOK
I'm likely in the minority here, but I would get the one that you are going to grow into. A true road bike will never feel comfortable to a new rider, it takes time to train new muscles so it is comfortable. Sure, a hybrid will feel better at first, but where will you be a year from now?
I totally agree with what you're saying, it really depends on what kind of riding the OP will be doing. If its a casual ride once or twice a week, I would just stay with the "comfy" bike, but if its a 4-5 times a week 100 mile minimum a week then yes, go with the road geometry. (My comment is based on riding on mostly paved surfaces.)