Thanks so much for all your suggestions! I tested 3 bikes today. The first was a 2008 Trek 7.2fx, which felt good but wasn't quite right. I then rode the 2009 7.3fx, which was great! Right away I could tell it was better than the 7.2. Big difference. It seemed to fit really well after a few minor adjustments. I then rode a 2009 Specialized Sirrus, which at $499 was was $150 less than the 7.3, but I really struggled with the shifters. They were the kind that you twist with your fingertips rather than the trigger type, but it was hard for me...I felt like I couldn't get it into gear and was fumbling. Could have been because it was my first time with them, but I am wondering if I would get used to it. I still want to try the Jamis Coda and a Scott--hoping to do that tomorrow.