Originally Posted by
briansvr
The mechanics at my lbs couldn't judge the severity of the damage either but assured me that when aluminium fails it does so quickly with ugly results.
Maybe they would like to sell you a new frame/bike?
Would you ride it?
Not a fair question, I weigh almost half as much as you do. Would I ride it at your weight? Still yes.
Originally Posted by
cale
I wouldn't worry. I would keep an eye on it. After a while of not seeing anything change you'll tire of looking at it.
^^^Agree, that this is the most likely outcome here. This is not Cato Fail Carbon we're talking about here. Aluminum will give some warning.