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Unless it's a Giant, there is a huge possibility the frames are made in the same factory as 10 other companies.
A lot of BD bikes are Fuji's and KHS, They are established companies. BD usually has step-up components than the name-brands which have different paint and decals.
In an era where everything is outsourced and Taiwanese means 'quality', the only thing different about 95% of the bikes getting into the USA today are the decals
Same factory doesn't mean same design, same quality control, or even the same machinery. Many Trek bikes are made in Giant factories but aren't rebadged Giants.
Again, I'm not complaining about the quality of BD bikes relative to the price you pay. But don't tell me I'm getting a 60% discount when I'm paying the same price as everybody else. I'd be fine with them saying, "Same as Fuji xxxx, with better components for $200 less".