Originally Posted by
Metzinger
Bummer. Bunny-hops likely won't break that. It's under compressive stress. Looks like one of those things destined to fail 6 months from now and when you least expect it. Sadly, it could be the result of overtorque on that bolt.
Hmmm, what do you think will happen when it does fail? Catastrophic hospital trip or just a boring hike home?
Originally Posted by
mzeffex
At worst get it welded. Is it aluminum? I wouldn't ride it if so.
Yes, Aluminum. I'm not sure if such a small area can be welded, but I can ask. Heck, my dad has a welder and knows how to tig (I think).
Originally Posted by
ghettocruiser
Can you order a new seatstay (?) for that frame?
Since the frame is from 2001 and the company has been bought out since then, I doubt it. It's a miracle there's even a company that can service the pull shock that comes on it.