Thank you everyone for your input. I researched the bikes you have suggested and each of them seem to fit me. I am leaning towards the cyclocross bikes now just because I will be riding some off-road at times. The Bossanova, Redline conquest classic (no longer made however), and the Salsa Vaya all sound good. I don't need it to be a commutter so I am going to stay away from the Salsa Vaya since noted for its sluggishness. I want a fast cyclocross bike. I can go to downtown philly to check out some of these rides but there is an REI store 2 mins from my house and I could get a Surly Crosscheck there or a Raleigh Roper. Wanted to get your thoughts on the Roper vs. Crosscheck or if you feel some other cyclocross bikes are faster under $2K. Thanks again for all the input