I got a Cannondale touring frame for $60.00 US once and a mechanic friend sent up with parts salvaged from two other bikes. Still works ok but. . . I live near Bruce Gordons' shop (he is in Petaluma) and was able to afford one of his Basic Loaded Touring bikes. The right frame size this time; the Cannondale was always a little small. The BG bike was $1650. Check his site if you have not brought your bike yet. www.bgcycles.com Bruce prefers people who will USE the bikes, not just let them sit in a garage.