I m leaning more toward.
Specialized ruby vs amira.
However data gathered from thousands of bike fits over the last decade have shown that many women s bike fits don t deviate far from men s fits.
My understanding is the ruby is the female version of the roubaix.
Someone here will correct me if i ve got that wrong.
It also has a relaxed geometry meaning it positions the rider in a more upright position which over a long ride provides a little less stress on the body.
But maybe you should rent the ruby amira for a day and ride your hills.
The ruby also has a longer wheelbase than say the amira so it provides extra stability on the road the longer the wheelbase the more stable the bike will be.
Specialized has historically offered women s specific models like the amira ruby dolce era and rhyme.
Google roubaix vs tarmac and you will find a bunch of explanation.
I m pretty much set on specialized though i ve found the colours for the 2013 bikes leaving much to be desired particularly when it comes to the ruby.
This according to specialized led to a frame with a shorter reach and higher stack when compared to say the amira race bike that lizzy deignan rides and won the 2016 world championships on.
The amira is the female version of the tarmac.
Specialized amira vs ruby.
The ruby is a more relaxed ride the amira is a more aggressive bike.
The right size bike for your body size is essential to ensure the optimum experience comfort and enjoyment as you ride.
When my lbs weighed the ruby amira with similar components in front of me the ruby was 1 2 pound heavier.
As someone posted in your thread in the main forum go to a shop and let them fit you on a bike depending on your physical characteristics you may be better on one or the other.
With sizing varying between the type of bike and even the model we ve compiled a handy guide for specialized bikes to help you get the correct size.
Currently i have an aluminium giant and it is my baby but for the events for next year i need carbon.
I m looking at getting a new road bike.
The dolce is the aluminum version of the ruby at a lesser price.