I have a Harmony 659 right now that I really like but I've got the itch for something new in that area.

I think I'd like to get a RF remote so it doesn't interfere with my plasma. I've had situations with the 659 when changing inputs during a activity.

So what are the "bad a$$" remotes that aren't a leg & arm to get?

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So what are the "bad a$$" remotes that aren't a leg & arm to get?
Depends on what arm and what leg! The Harmony 720 is only $120 at Costco, if you can find a store with stock, and is a definite upgrade from the 659 in styling for some (elsewhere it's about $200). There is a thread with a pic here:
http://www.avsforum.com/avs-vb/showthread.php?t=681453

But otherwise, it has the same capabilities as all Harmony remotes, so maybe you are looking for something totally different. How about a URC 980? That will be out in a while, but it will cost a lot more: probably three times the cost of the 720 (MSRP is about $600). The H1000 looks bad a$$ for just $350 (if you search a bit) but seems to be having a lot teething of issues.