Originally Posted by
NormanF
Modern aluminum is compliant and forgiving. That's why the material has all but replaced steel as the tubing of choice on most bikes. Things have changed since 1988.
Aluminum frames are made in China for well under $50 each. That's why they replaced steel. It has nothing to do with a compliant ride. There are a lot of threads on the subject in the forums. China decided to boost their Al industry a long time ago. They're doing the same thing with CF now.