I know a bunch of guys who are going to race those Spec Allez E5's this year. Despite what Keith Bontrager once said, they are light, strong, and relatively cheap. A self-sponsored racer could build up a hella nice race bike that won't break the bank. With a mid-range group like Force or 105/Ultegra and some 50mm tubulars? If I wasn't so in love with my Ridley, I would seriously consider it.