then go bikes direct, for sure. not much quite as snazzy as either of these, but theyre not eyesores either. if you want something for just getting around, these will totally be best bang per buck, with plenty of room to upgrade in the future if you so choose.

http://www.bikesdirect.com/products/trackbikes.htm

theyre offered in a few more colors, too, which varys from model to model. definitely start there.

edit: downside, they dont ship direct to canada. not to worry, even with a freight forwarding service, it will be way cheaper than the grand you were looking to spend.