I had one of these and really dug it: quick and agile without being at all twitchy, with bonus points for the uncommon and cool triple triangle. It was just plain fun to ride and I think it's a great choice for your plan.
Mine was going to be a speedy commuter until I tried to mount a rear rack.
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A race bike in any era is a highly personal choice that at its "best" balances the requirements of fit, weight, handling, durability and cost tempered by the willingness to toss it and oneself down the pavement at considerable speed. ~Bandera