[TZENU]

Originally Posted by blueoval

TZENU - That ridley is sex on wheels mate. Bloody nice. I see what you mean by workhorse bike though. The Bianchi still looks in good working nick still. Perhaps when the time comes, my Kona can be used as a work horse, I'll see how I go. But the Trek looks dam nice.

Specs are here for anyone interested --> http://www.bikeexchange.com.au/bicyc...e/sa/100247544

If funds permitted, I like the componentry of the Kona Zing Deluxe
http://2011.konaworld.com/bike.cfm?content=zing_deluxe

Thanks mate.
Not to throw a spanner into the works but take a look at Giants too (they are great bang for buck)...
http://www.cyclingexpress.com.au/cyc...ria-elite.aspx complete bike with 105s which I have heard good stories about..

Spend a weekend down at a couple of LBS' and ask whether you can take some for a test ride.. You'll find that some are very accomodating and will let you take the bikes for a 20km+ ride... Comfort is a very personal thing and when riding you want to ensure that you are comfortable or you will quickly become discouraged.