Thanks BBnT
To be honest, the Dura-Ace wheelset and SRAM aren't stock here in Europe - upgraded them, so basically just kept the frame really.
But the one I test rode was the stock version - and it completely turned my head.
I'd tried several other frames (Look, Ridley, Giant) and was keeping a very open mind with the Avail - but took it out and I'm sure the bike store started to get worried I'd run off with the bike, I was out so long test-riding it.
It just makes me grin every time I ride it..
It soaks up every vibration of the road, is smooth (rides like butter), responsive, light as a feather and fast when you want it to be. What more could you want of a frame? It's comfortable on an all day ride, but stiff enough to really pack some oompf when you want instant acceleration.
And you're right, the detail of the frame is beautiful (obviously we might be slightly biased ... ), very understated.
As for names - I liked the name suggested earlier - Pearl ("Pearl's a spinner").
Happy riding. Really look forward to your ride report.
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