I ended up selling my 53 and bought a 56. Transfered most of my upgraded parts over to the new bike and selling off the duplicates. Still have the wheels, which I am going to keep as back ups. My bike has the following upgrades or changes.

Handle bars switched to Race Face
Adjustable stem to dial in fit.
Specialized Avatar saddle
White Industries crank
White Industries pedals
White Industries freewheel
SRAM 8 speed chain.
SKS fenders
Bruce Gordon half clips

I had a Thomson set back seat post but it was too close to the bend and I couldn't get the post down far enough. I toy with the idea of a new post but I need to convince myself there is nothing wrong with the stock. I also have some Ultegra brake shoes with Dura Ace pads to put in but I wanted to wear out the stock ones first.

The ride is predictable and stable as I said in my first reveiw of my other bike. I can say I am quite happy with this bike and don't feel the need to replace it with anything else unless I went to custom made.