I am new here. I road a lot when I was in college and much younger. I'll be 50 next month and as a birthday present to myself, I'm picking up a bike. I have more time now that my kids are in school and I need to get back into shape. My LBS has mid-week rides to get me started and weekend rides to extend my range.

Looking to pick up a 2017 SL4 Comp UDi2. LBS has it significantly discounted and has one in my size (49). I'm 5'4" with a 27" inseam.

I am trying to keep myself from getting a 2018 Expert UDi2 at a much higher price. My GF is pushing me to stick to my original decision with the SL4 and in a year or two, decide on an upgrade.

Most of my riding will be on paved roads with the occasional gravel. My LBS has a few 40/50 something year old riders and they all ride Roubaixs. Mostly from a comfort perspective which is the reason I am leaning towards this bike.

With that said, the 2018 Expert UDi2 does have a lot going for it, but at this point, I'm looking at a $2400 premium over the cost of the 2017 SL4 Comp UDi2 (LBS has them priced at $2200).

Is this a worthy upgrade? Or stick with the 2017 SL4?