Hi All! I am new to the forum and looking to get in to Road Biking. I am an American but live in Northern Italy. I ride a motorcycle and we have some of the nicest roads anywhere for scenery. I am getting older and the years of running have taken a toll on my knees so it is time to get on a bike. I have about 1500.00 to spend and will be buying two bikes, so I want to be in at around 3000.00 total. We have some nice shops locally but the Euro rate is killing me...Any suggestions on what to buy? Where to buy? I have been fit in to a size 50 frame with my short legs...I rode a Trek Emonda SL today and was super impressed. It has a 105 group. The shop wants 1700 Euro for it so close to 2100.00 dollars or so. This included clip on pedals.