One of the reviews (UK) showed it in a cool white/silver paint scheme,
whereas Giant's US website says it's only available in blue in the US.
Is it possible for US buyers to get non-US models without paying much
more?


Giants have short wheelbases. If you're going to do a lot of steep
descents, and long distance riding, I would look elsewhere. Giants are crit
bikes, but they sure do have damn good paint jobs.