Originally Posted by
RollCNY
Don't take this wrong, but it was worth the $100. I agree with folks who say the carbon is marketing, but in this case, I have both frames, and there is a very significant difference between them for ride feel. I have been thinking since this thread started that I might have to pick up another of the carbon mix frame, even though I have a spare alum one in the basement (and I just got done building a new bike.. much wife credit would be lost).
If by 'wrong' you mean tempting me to jump on the $170 special, that's how I'm taking it. I just can't really rationalize getting another frame though, kind of like your situation. Unfortunately it seems like having a spare frame would be about the least useful spare part for a bike ...