The Diverge E5 Comp is a good compromise. The Aluminum Frame may sacrifice a bit of compliance (comfort) but it rates well and has good equipment. If comfort and braking are important factors, the carbon frame, CG-R seat post and hydraulic brakes of the Diverge Comp IMHO are worth it. We just purchased two - my wife preferred the white rather than the Women's version and the LBS swapped out the bars and seat for her white one.