Some really nice options, that I need to read about (I do that for hours and hours) so I can learn more. The Holland looks impressive too. If I end up with a Ti bike that makes me want to sell all else, there is only one solution...sell all else and save for a second Ti bike from someone else. Money is not an issue because the cost diff between two may only be $1,000 - $2,000 max. For a bike I will likely keep for years and year, that is not a problem.

This is why I posted the question. I don't know enough about Ti bikes and can't pretend I know enough about the top ones. I don't want to buy one, spend a ton of cash, and then wish I had bought something else. That would be a really remorseful and disappointing experience, and one I have gone through few times in the MTB word. I appreciate all the information and feedback and questions.