cyclotoine was talkign crank length. I got a Zinn custom steel bike and it kicks butt so hard it makes your feet hurt. it has 210mm cranks. they are great. they're great. can't say it enough.
it does start the knee pain due to crank length debate, but they are in proportion to me. Zinn says avg height of race biker, and just equalizes it to your size to get your length.
You can golf as a tall person with short clubs, but you are inhibited. bike riding the same way. if you think you will be biking long term, it is worth the investment. you always go for the most comfy shoes when you get dressed right? when your bike fits, you ride it more. Get a good frame and build it with a cheaper group.
then you can try and score some of these other bikes off ebay and waht not for rain bikes or townies.
the bridgestone looks sweet though.