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Originally Posted by
zenout
It was an f model.I have to say that Felt was really special but about 20% more cost.Listen,I'm told these days that all carbon bikes come from a few factories in Asia and there in simply no difference at all who makes it.I understand clearly that its the components that really make a bike and of course the rider.Im not a racer so i doubt a guy like me would ever know the difference to begin with so i thought i would ask the forum.
Not every brand name seen at retail in the U.S. own a factory that produces carbon fiber frames. These frames are produced by a factory that builds for several brand names. However, this does not result in all carbon fiber frames being the same. Usually, frames are built to a distinct set of features and specifications unique to each model. Often these frames provide an advantage, depending on who will use the bike and how.
I would look at the geometry tables and read up on the reviews and marketing statements on the bikes you are considering.
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