Well, that was amazing. Picking up my bike on Friday was such a positive experience. Smiley did a great job, but also the Mechanic that helped us so much ( I forget his name but Smiley would know!) needs a big thank you. We cycled the new bike from R&E, over the Hood Canal, through some tough conditions of heavy rain, and cold, on the way up the Olympic Pen to Sequim. It performed so well...I knew it was the "right" bike for me after this 100 km ride. I had the feeling the positive experience at R&E was not by accident. After meeting Dan, and dealing the Scott, Smiley and the awesome Mechanic (name), I think it is a reflection of the passion each person has for bicycles and the people who ride them. Thanks again and looking forward to many long miles enjoying my new Rodriguez Rainer!...

PS.
Please tell Smiley, that the S&S wrench was not included in the bags sent home with my parents, so thanks for giving me the one you did Smiley or I would have not had one....

Jim Runkel