Giant is the largest manufacturer in the world. And they do make frames (and bikes) for many other companies besides their own. Here in the Netherlands, they sell some pretty nice stuff, but it also demands a pretty nice price. They also have lower end stuff as well at appropriate prices. I don't have a clue what they sell in the U.S.
I suspect that like all of the companies that create a large range of product, they offer many choices at many prices in many styles. In the end, it probably helps to have some idea about whether you think you will be in this for the long term or not, and plan accordingly. A frame worth keeping, and the possibility to upgrade components as time progresses.
Good luck!
Cheers...Gary
Last edited by gmason; 01-31-02 at 04:19 AM.