I have a serviceable 26er Giant XTC hardtail frame, 9x135mm rear hub standard. The bike rides fine, but I like to MTB hard trails and the steep (71 degree) head tube angle is super sketchy on technical descents. I don't mind having to get a new set of cranks or a new fork even (current is a Manitou Markhor 1 1/8 straight steerer).

I really would like to find a frame 18-19" size, hardtail, that still takes the 9x135mm QR wheel set since I have very nice Mavic/Chris King wheels on this bike. I have had these wheels for 20+ years and they ride so smoothly.

Is there anywhere I am missing to get a 26er Frame, 9x135mm QR, with a head tube angle in the 66-68 degree range in a large size? I don't mind riding 26 still and would even consider going to a rigid fork if necessary. I am on disc brakes on the current ride.

I know I could get a custom waltworks frame, but for that money I am going all in and getting an all new 29er ride. Budget is pretty important on this one.