My wife bought this bike the other day after her kestrel was stolen. She swore she would never buy an expensive bike again. I cant find a single review on it. So far she has upgraded it to ultegra 9 speed and bontrager race x lite wheels (I had an extra pair) and is very happy with it. I have never ridden specialized bikes and I am sure they are just as good as any other. She paid 600.00 for it plus the 420.00 for ultegra for CC. What is your opinion or feelings on the bike itself, is it well made, safe good frame etc..personally I have mixed feelings.