Originally Posted by
hokiefyd
Well, the good news is the chain ring is something easily changed, whatever it is on the bike you might potentially purchase. Fit and even things like color (which is not easily changed) are the most important factors. Your bike shop can change the chain ring for you to a larger or smaller one depending on your needs.
Thank you, I didn't even realize that that was an option. So, the frame and the fit are the most important things to consider as most other parts can be changed...this gives me a different perspective while trying to choose the right bike.