It pedals unreal, yet is more plush than last year. I cannot think of a better bike out there period, and the Shore willfind it if it exists. I agree price is a concern, but in the world of bikes you get what you pay for. ONly in this case far more. I am an inventor and mechanic and can say there is no better design out there.
Lets talk about beefy.
The rear end has no flex. If it does for you, loose some weight. My riding only gets better, and this is coming from someone with permanent injuries. The confidence is overwhelming. The uzzi was weak garbage.