Wow! I've overanalyzed also, but have learned enough to know it wouldn't take but a second to realize the value of a last year's model bike with a Chromoly frame, carbon front fork, and hydraulic (not mechanical) disc brakes. And I'm sure, since it is their "top range" Coda bike, the wheels and other components should be more than satisfactory rather than introductory... Again, wow!

After having spent portions of three days on this forum, I was just going to list the features my "dream" hybrid would have - but maybe the Coda Elite is "it". And I'm like you; I was hoping to spend $500 on a used bike or $700 on a new bike - but I'll come closer to spending $900 on a bike that is fabulous as opposed to wasting $700 on a bike I don't like and won't ride...

Will look forward to photos! And, there is a Jamis dealer in Nashville, not 30 minutes from where I live. Can I make time to visit tomorrow?