Full Disclosure: I have an Allez Elite but I'll be unbiased as possible. I think they'll both suit your needs well, but the components on the Allez seem to be better since it's Sora/Tiagra vs. 2203/Sora and the Allez is 9 speed vs. 8 speed. Personally, I don't like Sora or 2203 shifters since they have the thumb shift. The Lemond looks better though with it's red/white color scheme if that matters. The $250 price difference makes it a tough choice because of the component difference. I'd go for the Allez but I think that's my bias talking.