Quote Originally Posted by Triskeliongirl View Post
Ring up bikeworld in san antonio. They are a trek dealer, and often do end of the year closeouts (i.e. maybe you can still pick up a deeply discounted 2008). Just tell them what you are looking for, and see if they'll make it worthwhile for you to make the drive.
And they are fabulously helpful! I found my blue Sidis that were a previous year model and had them shipped (quickly), making me a happy camper.

There are also some bike Trek dealers in Houston and if you have a fuel efficient car then road trip for a deal might be alright. BSS is the biggest Trek dealer in our area so likely a good starting point but don't discount the littler shops because when I am in one I often find they have a couple of old stock. You might get lucky.

Would the lower model work so you can have a good bike that fits? I know better components are nicer but I rode 4,000 miles on Sora when I started and was very happy because my bike fit and was fun!