if you like it, the Cervelo P2 is about as good as it gets-It won the Kona Ironman once so definitely race ready. $2700 I think but you can upgrade to DA for an extra $700

Pedals-Look Keo classic will be fine Shoes-whatever you prefer Sidi Shimano Specialized, probably one of the tri shoes.

any (good) bike shop will definitely let you test ride a bike, and you might want to wait until around september when the 2010 models come in, then buy a 2009 model on sale. maybe even a P3