Originally Posted by jwbnyc
How much do you weigh?
Home Run, jwbnyc! This is the question that you should ask when looking at carbon anything. If you're 150# or less, carbon is probably safe. Between 150# and 180#? Carbon is risky. 180# on up? I wouldn't risk MY life on it...
These numbers are arbitrary - selected by me with the input of my LBS' personnel. Many makers don't specify maximum weights for their carbon components. IMHO, this borders on criminal behavior!
Your life, your choice...