I think the DA is still lighter according to weight weenies. http://weightweenies.starbike.com/listings.php

If anyone also thinks I should hold my horses, I can wait on getting a frame to build this up, but I think at $300 I can't resist buying the DA stuff.

So about frames, any tips? I could get a Bianchi giro frame in my price range, specialized allez pro/elite/s-works, fuji, giant, etc... Lots to choose from, very difficult.