I've seen their bikes on GCN/youtube. They look great to me. Not sure spending that kind of money for a commuter/office type bike. I'd personally get a hybrid with racks for that kind of job...something with a bit more versatility in regards to what you are doing. I'd like the fuji touring model for what you plan to use it for. It has drop bars, nice rugged steel frame with rear rack. Good excuse too to use it for some epic tours on the side.