It's a pretty good bike. Are you absolutely certain that you know what size constitutes the right start for your correct fit? As others have said, fit is more important than all of the rest. If you're really budget driven, then you have to be even more knowledgeable on the front end, identifying what you need. In terms of fit for your body size, type, flexibility, and all of that. Things that go into making a bike feel fabulous beneath you. Mail order houses can't help you much with fit. Good luck.