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Undiscovered Gems: any great bikes that don't get the attention they deserve?
There are the big brands that are ubiquitous on the streets and in the mags: Specialized, Cannondale, Trek, Colnago Fuji, etc., and there are the rarely seen but well-known small brands that always top the 'cult favorites' lists, like Indie Fab, Baum, Firefly, English, and Parlee.
Are there any brands that you think are undiscovered jewels, overlooked by the road cycling community in general? Maybe specific models that are under-appreciated road bikes though they may carry a better known brand name on their tubes (e.g. a road bike from a company best known for MTBs)?
What do you think deserves more praise, and why? Whether great value, unique styling, superb handling, advanced tech, amazing craftsmanship, or whatever, and irrespective of price, let's see what discerning cyclists a different stripe might ride.