I'm sure everyone here has seen enough "Which bike should I buy?" threads to last a lifetime, so please forgive me this exercise in self-indulgence. I've dumped enough money into my current commuter to know what type of bike I'd like to have for my year-round workhorse: I want an IGH, 700c wheels, disc brakes, and provisions for fenders and racks. Speed is not as important to me as overall riding comfort, durability, and user-friendliness. No matter which bike I choose I'm sure to make modifications to fit my desires but I'd like the base to be as close to perfect as possible. That being said I've compiled a list of bikes that fit my criteria. BTW I live in Canada and all of the bikes on my list are available at local bike shops (except the Breezer) and I'd like to budget $1500, +/- a few hundred. My question to you, my fellow commuters, is this: If you had to choose a year-round commuter from this list, which bike would you choose? Of course other suggestions that fit my criteria are welcome. Thanks for the input and ride safe!

Norco Ceres
MEC Hold Steady
Raleigh Alley Way
Brodie Ocho
Rocky Mountain Metropolis NRT
Giant Seek 0
Kona Dr. Fine
Trek Soho
Felt X-CITY 1
Civia Hyland
Breezer Finesse