I recently (i.e., two weeks ago) purchased a Trek 5200 WSD. It is actually my first road bike, (my other bike is a specialized rockhopper comp.) I am VERY new to road bikes, so I don't know how much help I will be to you - but I LOVE this bike. It fits me perfectly - I am 5'7" and 135 lbs with long legs and a relatively short torso. I also have small hands.

Like I said, I love the bike. I test rode several of them before choosing the trek - and I didn't notice having to pedal harder to maintain a good cadence (and with the shape I am in these days, I am SURE I would have noticed.)

The only thing that I don't like is the saddle is horribly uncomfortable for me, but that is easily corrected. The longest ride I have been on is 25 miles so far, so I may feel differently then, but as of now, I am very satisfied with my choice.

I know that I probably wasnt much help - but I do love the bike. Good luck with whatever you decide.