This remark plainly tells me this guy only settles for the best of the best a "brand name guy". I really hate when people back pedal what they say. I'm not spending 1000 to 2000 for a bike. That's way too much. I compared my windsore to treks bikes at the bike shop there very comparable your just paying for the brand name. I know a lot of people on here have (bikes direct bikes) and love them. I also love my new bike it's really nice with an aluminum frame and brand name parts. My bike is used for recreation (fun) All I wanted was a nicer bike than my target bike. That what I got I'm very happy with it!