I forgot about Competetive Cyclist. They have some really good deals if they happen to have your size. Buying a bike piecemeal would cost a ton of $, just like buying a car piecemeal. Buying used will get you more bike for the money. The Allez is a nice bike. A 105 road bike new is in the $1200-1500 price range, so you should be able to find a late model, 105 equipped used bike in your budget range. Be patient.