Trek has many scrappy bikes in my price range. The only brands that I like are Felt and Specialized. Looks like I will be buying used. I hope to find a good deal since bike season is ending. I do prefer a hybrid but I will consider road bikes too. Otherwise save up and have abudget of $2,000. Wow, that's a lot of money for a hobby. I probably could justify it when I do ride, but I cannot see myself more than once a week. I'm just not that passionate about it, yet I would like to have something nice when my friends call.