yo buddy. before every body starts telling you how much they like their giant or trek let us step back for a second. behold -
http://www.gunnarbikes.com/mainframe.htm dude, this is what you want. it is economical, as you requested, being made by the fabled waterford crew and lacking only clearcoat and options from those - arguably the most storied american bikes - ultra high end other bikes they produce. it is light, and strong, and will remain worthy and relevant until the end of time. no matter what dudes say about their oclv's or whatever riding so nice.... make no mistake this bike rides better. finally, or on a humourouss note, as a tri-head looking to go ride with the roadies perhaps you would like a little " cred" to go before you ! this bike will give youthat, it oozes coolness and savvy no nonsense road-wise credibility from every pore. did i mention this is what you want?