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Old 03-25-10 | 06:36 AM
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From: Portland, OR

Bikes: Leader 722TS, Surly Cross Check, GT Outpost, Haro Z16, Trek 1000

Motobecane VS. Leader

Ok, so I have narrowed my search to 2 frames now. I have read all the post about these 2 frames as they stand on their own. I think I know how most people stand on them. But I have never seen a comparison of them. I am looking for an aluminum frame to ride at my local drome 3-5 days a week and also as my daily ride. I have read here and talked to several LBSs about a person of my size riding on aluminum and a carbon fork (I'm 250lb). The consensus is that it should be fine particularly with a track bike as they are over built for racing track. So I am wondering which one would best suit me and be the most durable for track and daily road use. I am looking at the Motobecane Team Track (AKA the 2008 Fuji Track Pro) and the Leader V2 725TR. I am wondering how the tubing walls on these frames are and which is less likely to crumple under me? Leader claims that their frame has thicker tubing. The Team Track/Track Pro has a proven ride record. So please chime in on this and let me know what you all think.

Thank you very much.
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