And I would take a look at REI - they have a sale on most of their road bikes now. The women's Camera Pro is on sale for about $950 - the equivalent men's bike is the Strada. It is a sweet setup, with carbon seatstays and a carbon fork, and Shimano 105 components (Shimano goes Sora, Tiagra, 105, Ultegra, Dura-Ace -- Ultegra is the highest you usually find on stock bikes.) You are not going to find such a great deal with drop bars anywhere else, even at the retail price (At $950, you will get aluminum with Sora components). Plus shipping to an REI store is free, and they set it up and also provide the first tune-up for free. If the size you need is not online, also check at your local REI, there might be some available locally in another size.

There are other options in the $600-700 range that are decent, as well - many have Tiagra shifters and rear derailleurs. REI bikes are either made by REI, or by manufacturers for sale at REI. This direct-sale makes the same quality bikes a bit cheaper.