I've been riding a trek 7100 hybrid since 2004. I know a lot of people don't like them. They say the 7200 has better components. I guess they are correct. However, I haven't had any trouble with the 7100 and I bought it brand new. It does have a suspension fork.
Some people like em, but it seems most people don't. I like the suspension post. The ride is much smoother, and I'm not a weight weenie. My fastest speed on the bike is 25mph on flat ground. No hills in my area of the country. Without the suspension post I might could go 25.2 mph.
The bike is comfortable. It does have kinda an upright riding position. About the same as a mountain bike riding position. May not be the bike your looking for. Just thought I would throw in my 2 cents for the 7100.