Bumpage...I really want to try and find a Trek for myself. Does anyone have any recommendations for my above criteria? That 1420 does look like a sick bike. I just love the idea of the lightness and function ability of the components, etc. But also live the fact that this 1988 bike is for the most part vintage. Thats what really makes the early Treks for me. It seems as if they were and are ahead of the game with components, materials, etc.