After much procrastination I finally decided to buy a cheapo Mmbop only to find CRC only had 16″ left when I would defo need an 18″. Any suggestions for a light big forked frame that’s not too expensive? I would prefer ally as I don’t have the steel fetish but I want something I can do big rides on, not a trail centre tank.

Identiti AKA?

http://www.identitibikes.com/identitibikes/products-details.php?id=FMITAK1K

Although not cheap, I can definitely recommend a 456Ti running 140mm for that.

Second hand Cove Stiffee would fit the bill. Loads about for great prices, and you can get them powder coated for cheap if you want it to look like new 😉