Originally Posted by
dookie
difference? absolutely. but let's not forget that different != better, necessarily.
i completely agree with filter's comments. carbon can be many things...
i have a very well-reviewed reynolds ouzo pro on a road bike that has terrible brake dive and some high speed (50+) shimmy. too flexy for my taste, but light and very comfortable.
i have a very well-reviewed wound-up on my fixed that is not nearly as cush (though not objectionable), offers rock solid handling, much heavier than the ouzo.
i have a very well-reviewed time safe+ on my, uh, time roadie that is about perfect...stiff and predictable but still damps vibration to nearly nothing.
and finally, i have a (lugged chrome) columbus EL steel fork on a vintage bike that is heavy as hell but stunningly beautiful and rides every bit as sublimely as the time.
You've certainly had your hands on a lot of nice parts. Maybe I should have stated my riding style up front. I mostly beat around town, run to the store, friends houses. Rides to the beach and Critical Mass in Miami. No more then 30 miles on any given trip and I would guess any faster then maybe 25-ish. My Bowery weighs in around 18 - 19 lbs. I'm not a Weight Weenie by any means, but if I can save some weight and get a quality ride I'm all for it.
I guess I'll know when I go back tomorrow and measure her up and make sure the Geometry is not adversely effected.