Part of my problem is just that the technomics that it's got right now is just so stubby. Even with a just a longer bit of forward extension, I might find myself feeling better about it. My thinking is that if I could find something with the same amount of post, but either a flat or really shallow angle, it might also correct the height issue.

For what it's worth, I spend a lot of time talking people out of buying ill fitting bikes, so I understand the arguments. I just saw this bike and I loved it so much, I convinced myself it felt right underneath me. And to be fair, it does feel pretty good. If I do end up passing it on, I just want to give it a completely fair shot first. If I can enjoy riding this bike as much as I enjoy looking at it, and if I can enjoy riding it without destroying my desire to look at it, it seems like a worthwhile pursuit.