Joined: Dec 2009
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From: Denver area (Ken Caryl Valley)
Bikes: 2022 Moots RCS, 2014 BMC SLR01 DA Mech, 2020 Santa Cruz Stigmata, Ibis Ripmo, Trek Top Fuel, Specialized Epic Pro, Pivot Les Fat
I would try to check out the BMC SLR01. Take a look at RA Cycles...they usually have sales. It is a beautiful all-rounder..fast, pretty comfy, stiff, and the front/rear is very balanced from a compliance standpoint. Also, not too many around. I have a 2014 and it is my go-to bike. It convinced me to sell my Roubaix and if my Tarmac wasn't a disc setup, I could see it as my only bike. I love my Tarmac but the BMC is more comfy without being too compliant. The Tarmac is phenomenal with tubeless tires but the BMC would be too and with a touch more compliance, so I will try that next season or this winter. It is also a light frame. Anyway, check them out, and if you can go see one in person, that would be helpful.