Thank you for your insight.
I read only great reviews for the Pivot. A very new company just a bit concerned since they are a newer company and maybe not as solid as others are which are much longer in business, on the other hand it could be a good thing.
The closest Pivot dealer is 200 miles away and not knowledgable about the brand at all...is there a way to order a pivot direct from factory or a good, honest dealer you guys know ?
I will check out the Cruz Tallboy and the Rocky Mountain as you recommended, thank you.
I am fine with aluminum, actually call me crazy I prefer aluminum over carbon (am a bit old fashion).