I have a Bianchi Volpe. They call it a hybrid because it has 700x32mm tires. It has attachment points for racks, panners, and fenders. I think is was ~$800 at my LBS. It came with an 11-32 9 gear cassette I had them put on an 11-34 9 gear for long steep hills. I also had them put on an adjustable stem so I could sit up right and pedals that are clipless on one side and platform on the other - I wasn't sure I'd like the clipless. I do like the clipless, but some times I just feel lie jumping on the bike with work boots or whatever on and this way I can do it.

Joe