Thread: 531 vs Tange 2
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Old 08-28-10 | 09:57 AM
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Originally Posted by WNG
Tange Prestige is heat treated for more strength after lightening further.
Like 753.
Just compared my 93 Giant in Tange Prestige and a full 531 Holdsworth. The 531 feels about the same weight when lifting the bike but feels 'lighter' and more lively when ridden. It's a totally subjective thing though, they are both great bikes. Tange 1 and Tange 2 are definitely heavier.
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