Originally Posted by
mstateglfr
https://blackmtncycles.com/frames/mcd-frames/ $700
8/5/8 butted heat treated tubing
thru axle
clearance for even larger than 45mm tires
mounts for front and rear rack, plus fenders, plus 3 bottle mounts
It doesnt have flatmount brakes and is a steel fork.
I am guessing you are across the pond, based on considering Kinesis and the Sonder?
The Jamis frameset for $850 would be tough to beat if the largest size fits you as it has everything you want...except the price.
Does Jamis actually sell their bikes? That Renegade frameset looks to be absolutely impossible to get.