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Old 05-22-14, 02:03 PM
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Originally Posted by 06SpiceRed
I think it really comes down to what you want in ride characteristics. Aluminum is durable, strong, stiff, and can be hard on the body. Carbon is more forgiving, can be fragile in certain circumstances when handled, but is also very durable. ...
can't agree. i've found my carbon frame, built last year, is less forgiving than my aluminum frames that i have built up this year...
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