Originally Posted by Sardines

I got a custom Ti bike made in DE for ridiculous $, but I was going to be in DE, and well I could get VAT back and make sure the bike would fit me properly. It's served me well 4-5 days a week for 3 years. The ride on Ti is better than even my CF road bike, but it's designed as an touring/endurance, but with road bias. The Van Nicholas is a good brand. I have rode with people in 3 continents with the Deveron and Amazon tourers, and they rode bulletproof in the Himalayas and through the silk road, but they are a lot heavier than mine, but then again, the riders are also heavier than me! haha.
Ti bikes ride exceptionally well, and are strong while maintaining lighter weight. Obviously the design and components are where the weight creeps back. My Ti tourer is 24.3lbs with CF wheels. Most Ti tourers will be in the 32+lbs range, so first understand the geometry and weight limits of the frame and parts, then decide if it's for you.