Originally Posted by
Cead_tinne
I'd like something a little more stiff, and can handle a little wider tires. The bike groans when i really mash.
unless the frame is cracked
there is nothing in the frame that should be groaning
it is much more likely some other moving or clamped part
like cranks or bottom bracket or hub
or stem or handlebar
that are groaning
so a stiffer bike would do nothing
also
i must agree that if you want a stiff frame
then take those steel bikes off your wish list
as steel has earned a reputation for having more flex
when built into a bike frame
than aluminum or carbon
also
if you are riding a triathlon bike
and not keeping up with your riding partner
then it is very unlikely that it is the bikes fault
as for a fast bike that accepts wider tires
take a look at the jamis xenith endura line