That Soho 3 isn't available in the US.

For NY,I'd recommend the Swobo Otis:
http://swobo.com/catalog/product_inf...?cPath=201_207

I little over your budget,but would fit the bill perfectly. Absolutely bomb proof;I've been abusing mine as a polo bike with zero probs. Comfortable,handles good,low maintenance,front disc for bad weather,will take a wide range of tires plus rack and fenders. It also doesn't look bling,which can be important when it comes time to lock it up somewhere in NYC.