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daven1986
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Originally Posted by deep_sky
Carbon forks (at least for me) make a HUGE difference in absorbing road "buzz".
Yeah, but surely not through the back end! Either way this has lead to me having buy new drop bars (as my road ones are a bit too wide!) as I really do find it gives a lovely ride, and want it as a good alternative to my commuter sometimes!

When the 35mm tyres wear out I will be getting some marathon ones as they can take a lower pressure - these specialized nimbus ones need at least 75psi according to the sidewall!

This has somewhat changed my view of my next bike though, I was going to go with a MTB frame and balloon tyres, but perhaps a Cyclocross frame and fat tyres would be as good (perhaps better due to fit etc.)

Thanks Barracks, I had thought the rack would do something - I suppose if I get bored one day I can put a rack on my road bike (it used to have one - and I don't remember the ride being this good!) and see if it makes a difference, however I don't think I will be that bored any time soon!

Unfortunately I need the rack for commuting - don't like a sweaty back!
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