For the record, in case anyone else is still wondering...

I have a 2009 Coda which I just converted to drop bars. I loved it before, and even more now. Key selling points: smooth steel frame, stylish looks, but most importantly it just felt best to me. Trek 7.5 and other aluminum bikes were lighter, but didn't quite have that feel. I ended up resisting the Sport and Comp versions - no need for disc brakes, and flashier paint and carbon forks = theft attractant to me. I really, really like how the Coda feels with drop bars. Ride position is not overly aggressive, but it's still a fast bike.