Originally Posted by
RoderWrench
IMO if you want a commuter frame to last 20 years, crash resistance should be a high priority. The bike is likely to get banged around some in that much time. If it were me, I would look at Ti built to a touring spec, something similar to a Lynskey Backroad.
I broke my carbon frame (crash) 6 years ago. Calfee repaired it for $300 without voiding the lifetime warranty. I've also personally patched up the surface coat of my carbon frames with nail polish and some fine grit paper over a dozen times. The idea that carbon is not ready to be commuted on is utter nonsense.
That's MTB riding!
Nah. That's a metal frame with inherently flawed bottom bracket design. I will never total a carbon frame by cracking the bottom bracket via use.
For me, carbon is inherently more fatigue and wear resistant.
YMMV.