Surly is distributed through QBP, so just about any bike shop can get them. The only catch is you won't be able to test ride it, so you need to know what size you will need. Sounds like you have pretty well decided you want one, so start studying the frame geometry charts and comparing to bikes you have rode and figure out what size to order. I don't know how tall you are, but if you will be on a 54cm or smaller frame, the 26 inch wheels on the LHT make it a better choice than any of the cyclocross bikes or the Jamis Aurora. Don't let the shop owner scare you off about the weight of the bike, an extra 5 pounds doesn't mean much if you aren't racing.