Hello all! I would like to gather some opinions on which of these two bikes is should get. I rode both today, and I actually liked the feel and ride and look of the Allez Sport a bit more than the Cannondale R500, but they were very close. They Allez has a tighter geometry, which I like for my city riding. I'll be using the bike for some commuting, a lot of fitness riding, and maybe a spot of racing- I want to start racing a bit, see how I do.

'06 Specialized Allez Sport, dark grey/black, $850
Alunininum with carbon forks and seatpost
Shimano 105/Tiagra 27 speed groupo
Alex AT-400 wheelset w. Mondo Comp tires
Made in Taiwan

vs.

'05 Cannondale R500, dark blue, $850
Caad 5 frame
105/Tiagra groupo, same as the Allez Sport
Jipemme tri spoke wheels
MADE IN THE USA

The cannondale is a tad bit lighter, but the Specialized rides really nice. really responsive, but solid and smooth, didn't feel squirelly.