Originally Posted by karesz3
I can't speak for the new aluminum model line, but Litespeed titanium frames are still top notch in the industry. Jut look at the weld quality and their customer service. You cannot buy a better Ti frame than a Litespeed or Moots.
A bike shop owner is always going to promote the brands he/she carries unless he/she is professional enough to give you an unbiased opinion. At the end, money talks though, so do your research by actually talking to people who own and ride Litespeeds.
Cheers
This LBS owner did not carry Merlin nor Cannondale, but he said both were excellent bikes, with Merlin being better than what he carried. More and more I am hearing rumblings about Litespeed quality going down starting with last years model line. I can understand the loyalty of those who have Litespeeds made prior to last year, but I am hearing it too much to discount.