Originally Posted by birru

Total Bike Forums newbie here (this is my 2nd post!) but I'd say maybe take a look at the Jamis Quest Elite. The 56cm I tried weighed 21lbs including test ride pedals. About $1800 with a Reynolds 631 steel frame and a Shimano 105 groupset. The brakes are out of group, but I think that's mainly for wider tire clearance. Overall I found it to be an awesome bike with a smooth ride.