Thanks for all the info, guys!

I'm from Iowa City (Go World of Bikes!), but now live in Minneapolis.

I did some quick searching online, and it seems that the Surly LHT only comes in 62cm; do you think I should call them, and ask if they make a 64cm? Those LHTs look pretty effin' nice!

Why exactly won't the Trek Pilot 1.0 63cm work for me (oh yeah, he wants 475.......good price?)? Is it just too lightly built, or will it not fit my legs, or is it just not right for highway riding? For the next year or so, most of my riding will be done in-town on Minneapolis biketrails and such.

Thanks for the hints on the wheels/tires. I'll definitely make the upgrade as soon as I get a road bike.

Best, --E