I'm in for an Oregon (or Washington) ride! If you swing up here we can hit the wineries and do some tasting!

I'm afraid I'm not much help on the original question though. I've been riding my trusty Murray MB all summer and am hoping to buy a road bike this week. My funds are low so I think I'm getting one I've been looking at on Craig's List. I can't wait! Good luck on your new bike, whatever it is!