Thanks for all the advice, everyone. Unfortunately, I got hit by a pickup truck while riding my oversized Bianchi yesterday, so the issue of selecting its successor has suddenly become more pressing. Actually, both the bike and I were fortunate to escape with fairly minor injuries, but the former is going to need a new front rim at the very least.

The driver of the pickup truck was a teenager and he did not stop after hitting me. He's been identified and I'm hoping that his parents will put a bit of money towards my new bike. ​​​