Alright...hope that this isn't getting old and that I am reaching out to a batch of noobie sympathizers! Through the gentle nudging of my girlfriend, and the wide-grin remembrances of my youth, I've decided to make my first bicycle purchase since I was 15. I've been immersing myself in the world of bike geometry, specs, and component love for over week now...and, I have come to the conclusion that I know jack about any of it. Anyway, I decided to hit the LBS's and take in some of the inventory to see what interested me. Those that did are listed below:

- 2011 Fuji Absolute 2.0 (Priced at 599.99)
http://www.bikepedia.com/quickbike/B...+2.0&Type=bike
- 2011 Trek 7.5FX (Priced at 799.99)
http://ridewrc.com/product/11trek-7.5-fx-73312-1.htm
- 2012 Charge Scourer (Priced at 649.99)
http://chargebikes.com/bikes/scourer/
- 2012 Charge Tap (Priced at 699.99)
http://chargebikes.com/bikes/tap/

I looked at each of these and they are at the top of my list. I'm a 6'1 215lb guy and have been leaning Hybrid for a comfortable cycling intro on my daily 20 mile commutes (total miles) on mostly flat road surfaces. I am reaching out for the sage advice on what the community thinks is a good starter and what is the better value. I apologize for the broad stroke question and hope to get some reply love on this. I am trying to keep my purchase at or under 800.00 and am open to any other suggestions aside from these. Thanks guys!