I'm not sure I understand why you all don't just pull the trigger on the rooted, official version? I'm a noob, and was able to do it very easily. I now have 2.2, rooted, with free wireless tether! It's a simple process, albeit somewhat time consuming, but simple nonetheless. I posted a link to the directions a couple pages back. Obviously, I take no credit as I just followed the link from someone elses post, but it worked flawlessly, and the wait is over! I highly recommend, as I'm in better shape now than I would be had I waited.....
Just a thought.....