Why not aluminum?
04-06-14, 04:01 PM
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Why not aluminum?
I've noticed that most brands sell cro-moly or version thereof frame. Are there any decent manufacturers that sell aluminum fixies? In my area, co-moly tends to rust out easily and I prefer to have the bike for a long time. Does anyone have any suggestions?
04-06-14, 04:07 PM
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04-06-14, 04:12 PM
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Just because aluminium does not rust, doesn't mean it doesn't corrode. And when it does, you will wish you were dealing with rust instead.
With what seems to be a hostile environment toward metals, you have nothing to worry about if you do your part. I.E. storing your bike indoors and wiping it down after riding in the elements.
Even with a hi-tensile frame, you'd have no problems with corrosion whatsoever.
Your components will rust/ corrode before your frame which is protected with its paintjob besides.
With what seems to be a hostile environment toward metals, you have nothing to worry about if you do your part. I.E. storing your bike indoors and wiping it down after riding in the elements.
Even with a hi-tensile frame, you'd have no problems with corrosion whatsoever.
Your components will rust/ corrode before your frame which is protected with its paintjob besides.
04-06-14, 06:54 PM
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I have two alu fixies. A Colnago Pista and a Look AL 464 (built up as SS). Love everything about both……plenty stiff, light, and responsive, yet forgiving enough over rougher surfaces. And rust is never a concern.
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^^^^That yours, TT?
Freaking gorgeous. Incredible old school lug work. My dream fixed.
Freaking gorgeous. Incredible old school lug work. My dream fixed.
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Here's a complete bike, total porn.
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I wish it were ! Nope, it's a custom frame made by Chris Bishop Bishop Bikes with KVA stainless steel tubing and castings.
Kinda wish I never saw this.
04-06-14, 07:35 PM
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those bishop bikes are insanely awesome.
for me im starting to realize the noise difference between my crmo frame and my aluminum. also alot of tuner fixie bros are sportin aero alum cheap frames these days and its starting to look bad.
for me im starting to realize the noise difference between my crmo frame and my aluminum. also alot of tuner fixie bros are sportin aero alum cheap frames these days and its starting to look bad.
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Honestly, for track racing aluminum frames with carbon forks work better than steel, but on the road steel is still king. My favorite road FG is my Soma Rush, and I'm seriously considering getting one of the new all chrome ones with retro threaded headset and quill stem. The ride on rough roads is divine, but it still is very responsive and not unduly heavy.
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Honestly, for track racing aluminum frames with carbon forks work better than steel, but on the road steel is still king. My favorite road FG is my Soma Rush, and I'm seriously considering getting one of the new all chrome ones with retro threaded headset and quill stem. The ride on rough roads is divine, but it still is very responsive and not unduly heavy.
yeah sorry i meant casual riding on streets vs velodrome track racing.
04-07-14, 09:58 AM
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Your cog is slipping.
04-07-14, 10:06 AM
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Your cog is slipping.
Oh yeah. This consistent San Diego weather made me overlook that Spring is here! 
04-07-14, 11:47 AM
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My mom doesn't make aluminum frames you dick.
04-07-14, 12:12 PM
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Your cog is slipping.
That's not what she told me.
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Mind you, he wants $US8,500 for that bike.
Top level Columbus tubing.
Hand brazed lugs
Dura Ace bits and pieces.
Nope, it's not a KiloTT
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