Originally Posted by
wroomwroomoops
Fuuuuu*******kkk! I was never much into carbon fiber composites (impossible to inspect, sensitive to humidity) but this account definitely seals the deal for all eternity. Yea, yea, I know, you won't get those slivers if the part isn't broken or badly scratched. In an accident, though, I am happy if I "only" have to deal with the usual consequences - a nasty contamination with carbon slivers would be too much.
That's being a bit dramatic.
Most of the time when CF fails it just loses it's rigidity. You are in more danger of being sliced by aluminum/steel or severe road rash from in a crash than by some carbon fibers. I've seen several CF bikes crash and no one got "contaminated".
It's funny that you quoted artimus mentioning "metal", too. But, I'm sure that won't change your opinion on the matter.