Originally Posted by
Andrew R Stewart
So the question that many want to know is if the carbon is easier to work with doesn't it produce a better or worse frame. Conversely is the harder to work with hemp plys make for a better bike? Andy.
Hard to say at the moment since I haven't ridden it, but here are some thoughts...
The carbon tow ribbon comes in much longer lengths and you might infer that this creates a stronger join as you wrap in patterns. The hemp is shorter (20-50cm) and you get less continuous wraps.
The new frame feels heavier, but I haven't weighed it yet. My third frame was just on 2kg, but I'm expecting the new 'hybrid' construction frame to be somewhere between 2.5 and 3kg.