Here's some background...
1- Never road cycled before.
2- Plans to do fitness road cycling and perhaps a couple of shorter tri events for "fun."
3- Grad student w/ limited budget.
4- Local shop sells/supports this brand...
http://www.giant-bicycles.com/us/030...sp?model=11332
What say ye?
I might actually get one of these for Mrs. Hippie when she's ready to buy a new bike.