Knotted:

I am sorry to say that I have not tried any of them yet. I just wanted to research as much as I could before I headed out. Since most LBS's locally only carry Giant...I will have to travel further.

I spoke to a neighbor of mine who rides an older model Bianchi and he says the same thing about the steel....I am assuming since I have carpal tunnel pretty bad, I will lean towards the Jamis....but your advice is true....go with what feels right.

I cannot wait to get out and do that, kids go back to school next week. I think that is when I could escape for a bit.

Thanks for your input.