Originally Posted by
rperkins146
This, this is really where I'm at. A decision will be made today one way or another. The trek deal incentive ends this week, so no $100 in bonty accessories after this week. I emailed Surly about may 8th and their reply was
"This bike shipped to our distributor, QBP, the week of March27th. We have about a 5-6 week lead time once it ships, so yes, May8th is looking pretty good for a target in-stock date."
I absolutely hate the idea of waiting another 5-6 weeks, so it is a real decision. IMO the Surly has better rear derailleur, rear cogs (10 spd), and tires. but the trek has better brakes, and package for the $$.
Just a note to mention that the Wheel&Sprocket bike expo is going on today and this weekend, and rumor has it that they have a couple 520's at the show (per a co-worker here). Not sure if they are disc or not, nor what their sizes are, but might be worth a telephone call to check if today is your decision day. But checking maps, it looks like you are about 260 miles away from the sales expo so that option may be moot.
I hope you find something that will work out well for you.