Thanks for the replies guys. I've been doing alot of reading. Unfortunately the only people who I personally know who ride are my in-laws. My access to bikes are very limited here. We have a local trek dealer the next town up sales giant, Jamis, and specialized. O guess I'm more familiar with trek so I keep going back to them. The size o need is a 54. I've searched cl, and have found some nice deals. Just not in my size. I'll keep searching though. I'm in no hurry. Looking to have a nice bike by next season. Just using my cheap one as a bit of a trainer until then. Gotta work on my fitness and endurance.