A "Specialized" Bike

I have always enjoyed cycling, ever since I was young. I spent the majority of my summer days during middle school (and even early high school) riding my bike around with friends. We went many adventures, from trying to find a store that sells Derby Hats to riding to downtown Long Grove to go to the "Apple Haus".

I recently revived that tradition, I purchased a new bike.

When I moved here to the Puget Sound area a few weeks ago, I noticed that there were a large number of bike paths and also riders to populate them. That was exciting. I could finally ride a bike with ease, with a dedicated path.

I spent the last few weeks looking at different bikes and going to different shops. I was lucky enough to get some really good advice along the way; which made my process much easier. I ended up purchasing a Specialized Allez, its a good starter bike. Its aluminum with a few carbon fiber parts; such as the front fork and seat post.

Oh yeah the cleats and clips are interesting to ride with. Its a little unnerving the first few times to ride with your feet attached to your bike, but you get used to it.

A picture of the bike...

For anyone that ever saw me riding my bike while at UIUC: this one fits me much better, I don't look as awkward on it...just thought that I should clear that up.