Originally Posted by
Rides4Beer
Why avoid carbon? It's not going to crack, and if it does, Giant will replace it. I think you need a new salesman for not recommending the Revolt Advanced 2 (unless you specifically told him no carbon lol). It's a great bike, comfortable and stable. It's basically a Defy with more tire clearance, can fit 45mm. With a second wheelset it makes a great roadbike too. The 105 hyd discs are fantastic.
I definitely told him specifically no carbon. lol. It might be all in my head, but that's enough for me to worry. I'm going to add it to the test ride list though.
Part of the reason I want to stay in budget is I would like this bike to compliment a specific road bike like my Ritchey, or something more aggressive down the line. I wish you didn't post a picture of your Revolt because that looks damn good though.