Oh Jawine, that is a lovely picture and the bikes look wonderful together! A fine pair, indeed! Love how the xTc looks now you've got it and added your own touches. Much better without the reflective tape.
Confusion today caused by the Thorn
More fun to keep 'em guessing!
Pedal to the metal! Wind, rain, hills, braking power permitting
If the hills don't permit, you could always lower the gearing with 42/32/24 if need be, and get a very nice, very low, low gear. Best ride it first; unless heavily laden in hill country, you might not need it.
Thanks for sharing; looking forward to many more photos of this "class" ride! Compliments to your boyfriend on a really nice bike as well.
[EDIT: Just went back for another, closer look. Either you've discovered anti-gravity, or the bikes are leaned against each other at the handlebars and then the window? In any case, nicely posed!]
Best,
Dan.