Joined: Mar 2007
Posts: 3,908
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From: Greer, SC
Bikes: Holdsworth custom, Macario Pro, Ciocc San Cristobal, Viner Nemo, Cyfac Le Mythique, Giant TCR, Tommasso Mondial, Cyfac Etoile
As a material for bike frames, Ti offers absolutely no advantages over CF, steel, or Al unless one rides under water at temperatures above about 800F. As for a car, compare a $15k Honda Civic to any $5K-$15K bicycle. Technologically in all respects the bikes are primitive, but stupidly overpriced ego-ornamentation in comparison - unless (maybe) you're a Pro. A well maintained Civic will carry 4 passengers 300k miles or more in comfort and safety at - name a speed.