I'm really warming to the idea of the Velo Routier kit. I'm confident enough with my mechanical skills to feel comfortable putting a bike together (with a couple things I'll have a shop do, like press the headset), but not so confident yet at choosing the right parts without any compatibility blunders. I can always add dynamo lights later and upgrade the wheels at the same time if necessary. I don't see myself doing anything longer than a 300K in the immediate future anyway.
A friend of mine has a VR in the 60cm size that seems like the right size for me. I'll take it for a test ride this week and then contact the guys at Cycles Toussaint, I guess.