Guys, if he's getting EP on those bikes, he can expect to pay between 1000 and 1500 out the door for the bikes he listed. Now, $850 on a used Cannondale CAD2 doesn't look so nice. You just have to make the decision, is your time worth the difference in price?

OP, I'm not here to judge you on your situation, choices, etc. Of the bikes you listed (I'd also add a Salsa Vaya and Surly C-Check to your list tho), I'd go with the Ogre for a one-bike-only solution. Surly's EP policy is cost-minus-10%, your final price would be between 850 and 900. Then, DON'T go wild with accessories and upgrades.