Look at the Cannondale CAAD10 105 groupset, which runs about $1,500. I'm looking for a new bike and have done quite a bit of research. Seems like you can't beat the CAAD10 for quality at that price. The aluminum frame is a nice one (and light) and considerably cheaper than carbon. If you are willing to spend a bit more on the Ultegra components, more power to you. That will be a nice bike as far as I can tell. I'm going to test ride a couple this weekend.