You guys are awesome, thank you so much for all of the great info, I need a bit to think about all of this!
I'll keep an eye out for all of the above bikes, I like the idea of a Reynolds frame and Campagnolo dropouts, I'll probably look for that or a Nishiki.
Thanks again guys, I'll let you know what I get!
(I still think I'll eventually get a Rivendell in '09)