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The radial spoked front wheel on the Claude won't be as strong as a cross spoked design(like the rear).
I'd say ride a road bike first, it's very different in that you are more hunched over and can feel the road more. Some find it a very unpleasant change and some love it. Also try to buy from a bike shop, if it goes wrong in a warranty way they may be able to fix it where random internet guys will vanish and leave you to pick up the tab for repairs or even another bike.