Originally Posted by
Zebra Tempest
thanks for the recommendation, the aspero is a bit out of budget. I should have said my budget up front ($1500-$2250)
Might be a stretch, but I got my 1x Apex Aspero for $2400 otd. The 1x may put you off though. Might check your local bike clubs see who sponsors them. Cheap to join a club and the benefits are usually pretty good. My club gets 10-25% off bikes from different shops. Well worth a look.