Thread: Denali review
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Old 07-31-09 | 07:42 PM
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Originally Posted by Ultraspontane
Hey CigTech, I am thinking about getting one of the blue Denali bikes. The first one you had. I have a few questions. Can you help me out?

Is the frame 6061 or 7005 aluminum? It says here that the frame is 7005, but if you click the image, it looks like the decals on the bike say 6061 aluminum. Which one is it?
When they 1st made the Denali (blue one) it was 7005. But later they changed it out with 6061. So unless you get one that has been setting in a warehouse it will be 6061 aluminum. And by the way the 7005 frame is stiffer, so you feel more road effects. So the 6061 will dampen road effects.

Originally Posted by Ultraspontane
I am between 6'1" and 6'2". Could I get the 57cm frame to fit me properly by adjusting the saddle and bar height?
If you like a fast fit.That is to say the bars lower then the seat. Then yes it will serve you will. If your looking for a little more relaxed fit then go with the 25" frame (black One). What is you bike inseam?

Originally Posted by Ultraspontane
Are the stock wheels durable enough?

Thanks.
The front wheel on my 1st denali took a 20mph head on into a teleaphone pole. And was still ridable after retruing it. So yes they are very durable.
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