get the LBS to fit you correctly, well, at least get you close as they can with a quick fit (not the $300 2hr long fit job), that should be good enough to get you close... THEN see if they have a leftover 1.5, its a nice bike and a leftover should be a good price as well (seems like most shops around here have em in the ~$850-900 range)... also, don't rule out a specialized allez or secteur either... they have models in your price range also and are quite nice... price range to price range, each manufacturer is going to have a bike of similar spec, get the one you like most and get the best deal on... odds are you're gonne be happy with about anything you look at in that price range from any of the big makers... good luck!!