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Old 04-02-12, 10:28 AM
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I_like_cereal
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Bikes: Reynolds 853 Jamis Quest 1990s

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vintage frame material comparison

The last frame I had my eye on fell through.

I have a line on two other frames.

A True Temper Steel double butted frame 1987 and 6061 AL from 1988.

I have been riding 853 steel for a while (2 years) with a carbon fork. The fork will go to the new frame as will my current wheels. Question for me is if the geometries match, within reason, will I notice a huge difference in ride quality?

My last experience with AL nearly shook the filling from my teeth. I think that was a Cdale cross bike. I do not remember the year perhaps mid 90s.

Thanks
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