Originally Posted by
UT_Dude
I don't treat my equipment like crap, in fact, I babied my CR1, but the frame was a total write-off after 4 months because of a derailleur hanger-related crash.
I'd stay away from the CR1 -- there are a lot of better values and (I think) bikes that ride better out there.
Other than UT_Dude, I have not heard many other people having to ACTUALLY replace their entire frame because of this issue, even though it was talked about and discussed ad nauseam.
So, if you are a racer and anticipate a lot of hard crashes, don't take the risk. As for the rest of us recreational riders enjoying a great CF bike for climbing and fast riding, worrying about this is like worrying the sky will fall.