I think I'll end up going with the Coda, I just want to ride it again to make sure.
Also, anyone have experience with KHS brand bikes? I noticed this one:
KHS Flite 250
http://www.khsbicycles.com/05_flite_250_08.htm
Frame: CrMo 4130 Double butted 3-main w/carrier bosses
Fork Carbon w/Alloy steerer
Headset Cane Creek Aheadset
Rims Weinmann XTR16 Doublewall w/CNC sidewall
Hubs Formula alloy QR, Cassette
Tires Kenda Kontender 700X26C
Spokes 14G Stainless 32°
Front Derailleur Shimano FD-R440
Rear Derailleur Shimano RD-2200
Shifters Shimano ST-R221 for Flat Bar
Chain KMC Z82
Crankset Alloy Forged 50/34
Bottom Bracket Sealed cartridge
Cassette SRAM PG-850 11-28, 8 Speed
Pedals Resin w/steel cage
Seatpost Alloy Micro-adjust
Saddle KHS Road Padded
Handlebar Alloy Flat Bar, 580mm
Stem Alloy 17°
Tape Kraton
Brake Levers Shimano ST-R221 for Flat Bar
Brakes Alloy dual pivot
MSRP: $549
Seems pretty similar except with a carbon fork.