Originally Posted by
Burton
I talked to the Cannondale rep. There are different grades of carbon fiber and different construction techniques used in different Cannondale models. Currently some of that is advanced technology for the BICYCLE industry. None of it is on a par with aerospace technology. Compared to the automotive and aerospace industries - bicycle companies don't have the resources.
Um... it's a bicycle, not a hypersonic jet. You ride it on nice baloon-y tires. You weigh about 200 lbs and ride on virtually smooth surfaces. The g-forces are minimal. C'mon. What are you talking about?
If MTB racers can ride on carbon frames, you can, too.