Good quality vs. crap is 1000 times more important than steel vs. aluminum.
For those that say aluminum gives a harsh ride I rode my '89 Trek 1500 on a 180 mile group ride across Wisconsin (in one day) and was comfortable the entire time. The frame was all aluminum and even the fork was aluminum. Tire width and pressure has a much greater effect on ride quality than frame material.
Originally Posted by
bradtx
bikenh, There is so much prejudice and hearsay concerning frame material it becomes difficult to find some 'facts'.
Agreed.