Originally Posted by
Campag4life
You have cracked two bikes...one with a known pedigree.
Are you a big strong guy? Any idea how many watts you lay down?
Can you describe what circumstances each frame failed?
If you are a real big rider, than with that amount of post showing, you likely need a 400mm post.
Glad you are OK to ride another day.
Thanks for the sentiment.
I believe the post is 400mm in length, will check tonite.
Big/strong.... not really. 157-160lbs. race masters 123.
peak power is ~1300
FTP around 275
The Spec. S-Works 2014 sl4 cracked after the bike fell over, it was leaned against a fence on a ride. I picked it up, noticed a scratch on the seatstay and LBS suspected a crack. Sent it to Calfee and they said yes thats a crack, and found two more on opposite seat and chain stay that had no involvement/contact in the fall-over.
I decided to turn that frame in and take advantage of the crash replacement s-works sl5 which I sold to a friend since I had just bought a team bike - BH G6 pro - which, has not cracked
By the way, obviously this is an internet forum and I don't know any of you, what type of cycling you do, and visca versa.
I generally ride with masters competitive guys/gals - I'd have no problem counting off on all fingers guys who have broken at least one carbon frame...be it through a crash or just a freak stress break while riding. So I'm not convinced that my having broken two carbon frames is really that odd for a amateur competitive cyclist.