What Cyclocross Bike Should I Buy?

As some of you know, I began my bike racing "career" with last year's cyclocross season, and was instantly hooked. As much as I've enjoyed the road season this year, there's nothing like cyclocross for me.

For my introduction to cross, I modified a touring bike. It worked well for learning, but I'd really like to see what I can do with a bike that's designed for CX racing, and leave my touring/commuting bike's racks and fenders in place. While I normally build up my own bikes, I'm looking at buying a complete bike this time around to ensure it's ready to go when I switch gears and start my cross training after my last pavement race of the year on August 1.

Below, I've listed several of the complete CX bikes that are available in my price range. Let me know which one you think will be my best choice. Feel free to rant and/or rave about your most loved/hated bike in the comments, and if I've overlooked my ideal bike, choose 'Other' and let me know what I should be looking at.

Thanks!

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