There are other brands out there..Elka, Axis,PEP,TCS, but who can trust a company that just goes by 3 letters???
Seriously though, unless you do extreme riding, racing have a better than average relation with your wife AND recreational fund, the Works are a smart choice. Just remember, what ever you do to your Banshee to enhance the performance, you are expected to do for her bike as well....
If you need me, this is where I'll be