I just discovered yesterday on a ride that the Carbon frame on my 2 year old Orbea Orca Gold with Di2 is severely cracked. It is on the chain stay and looks like a stress crack from poor design/manufacture. I do a lot of miles-200 a week, most of it involves climbing (175,000+ feet this year to date)-the Orbea seemed to be the bike for the job but has obviously fallen way short. As I begin the battle with Orbea, I am also beginning look for a new bike. I have to say I am not interested in getting back on an Orbea. The question is does anyone have any good recommendations? I have been looking at the Specialized Amira and Ruby. I am very sad the top ones do not come with Di2. I will never be able to figure out why my husband has so many great choices in bikes, but if I buy a Women's specific I end up with a lesser bike-no Di2 and in most instance lesser carbon. The Orbea was not a women's specific so maybe it isn't necessary. I would love to have input if anyone has any good ideas. Thank You!



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