Do I need to throw out my bike after a crash?
04-07-12, 11:55 PM
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Do I need to throw out my bike after a crash?
Hi all, feeling pretty sore today. Yesterday as I was riding to the start point for our group ride, a van passed me way too close. It surprised me and I instinctively swerved. Unfortunately, I swerved into a storm water drain intake. My front wheel hit a section of kerb (probably no more than 10cm high) at a parallel angle and I went over the handle bars. The front wheel is toast - all spokes popped out and it's an egg shape now. The back wheel will also have to be ditched. It's only just out of shape. I've got the bike down at the LBS to have the frame checked out. It is (or was) a Malvern Star Oppy Bol D,or 105. The original they brought out. I'm waiting to hear what the mechanics say but thought I'd also look for some independent advice. Can carbon forks survive an impact like this? They actually look in pretty good shape.
04-08-12, 12:07 AM
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carbon forks are just about the last thing that tend to break during a crash.
Although, in the end, it really ends up being how willing you are to ride something you know to have crashed majorly.
Although, in the end, it really ends up being how willing you are to ride something you know to have crashed majorly.
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04-08-12, 04:08 AM
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Ross, Unlikely that your frame or fork is toasted, but an inspection is better than an internet opinion... TX is a loong way from VIC.
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04-08-12, 07:54 PM
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Thankyou both. You've given me hope. I'd rather upgrade to a nice set of wheels that buy a whole new bike. But as you both mentioned, I'll listen closely to what the mechanic has to say.
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My frame survived being hit by a car, no reason your wouldn't survive a ditch crash.
See what is damaged, how much do replacements cost (with LBS service included if you don't do such things yourself). Then see what works for you: new bike, or repair. Sometimes repairs can be more expensive than the whole new bike.
See what is damaged, how much do replacements cost (with LBS service included if you don't do such things yourself). Then see what works for you: new bike, or repair. Sometimes repairs can be more expensive than the whole new bike.
04-09-12, 07:54 AM
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Independent advice over the Intenet on whether your fork or frame is bent might be bent is not worth much. When the shop gets back to you just make sure the fork was removed, checked for alignment with a fork guage/tool as well as for damage, and that front and rear dropouts, rear triangle and derailleur hanger were all checked. If they were not and you decide you want a thorough check be ready to pay for it. The tools and time together can add up.
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+1, then there's the peace of mind thing. You don't want to drop a lot of extra money repairing it if you will feel uncomfortable riding it later.
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The front wheel's sacrifice bodes well for the rest of the bike, depending on the exact nature of the incident.
My confidence in the frameset in future would depend on a few factors; one of the main ones would be my own weight.
My confidence in the frameset in future would depend on a few factors; one of the main ones would be my own weight.
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04-09-12, 09:30 AM
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Drag it to a proper Bike shop for inspection, if in Doubt..
You need a new wheel anyhow .. have the old guy look it over..
You need a new wheel anyhow .. have the old guy look it over..
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