Originally Posted by
john_and_off
the two have identical geometry
this really comes down to the following:
reynolds vs. 4130
threaded vs. threadless
slightly more expensive vs. slightly cheaper
round tubing vs. ovalized downtube (purely aesthetic)
i like my angus, but i know i would've been happy with a mark v too.
listen to queerpunk if money is a concern
Hi, I'm looking into track frames, and IRO frames; and stumbled upon this thread. Was wondering about some difference questions about the IRO frames.
What is the difference with Reynolds 631 and 4130? Is 631 stronger and lighter?
What is the difference with threaded and threadless stem/forks? Sounds like one may be more compatible with some parts or something. What are quilled stems, and what is the opposite of this?
Also adding onto the difference between Mark V and Angus:
Mark V has a hole in the rear bridge for rear brakes
and cable stops on the top tube.
Angus does not. But it's a track bike, who needs rear brakes anyways?
(maybe for the 1-5% that utilizes the SS)