I was planning on getting a hardtail mtn. bike but now realize a cyclocross would be a way better choice for me. I primarily ride on the road, and really only need something that can do hardpacked trails and gravel as well so a mtn. bike is not neccessary. What I want is some recommendations on a cyclocross bike such as what shops have ones available for testrides??? The Kona Jake looks like a decent starter as does the Bianchi Volpe I believe. The Redline Conquest sounds nice but more than I want to pay. Recommendations would be greatly appreciated. I am in the Seattle area.