Originally Posted by
mstateglfr
$3K can get a lot of bike when it isnt something watered down from the big3. It can get even more bike when the frame can be made with quality steel.
I generally refrain from suggesting something different from what the OP has specifically asked for, but I had the exact same thought about steel at this price point. You could build up a really nice Fairlight Strael or Secan for that price.