Dented Moots frame safe enough?
01-19-05 | 10:52 AM
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Dented Moots frame safe enough?
I'm looking at buying a used Moots YBBeat frame. I'm new to mountain biking, but I know Moots from road biking and I know they make great stuff. The top tube has a decent dent, but otherwise the frame is in good shape. And it's a killer deal. Will this dent affect the ride, but more importantly, the safety of this bike? I've attached some photos of the dent.
01-19-05 | 11:49 AM
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I wouldnt bother, with the size of that dent, looks more like a bend in thie pic i would be scared to ride it, get a different frame....
01-19-05 | 12:29 PM
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I agree, that dent is pretty substantial. Looks like the top tube integrity has definitely been compromised.
Unless the deal is FREE! I'd pass!
Unless the deal is FREE! I'd pass!
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01-19-05 | 12:41 PM
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Is that TI or Alum? Can to tube be replaced?
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01-19-05 | 02:28 PM
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Moots are all ti. I know the dent itself cannot be fixed, but I believe it might be possible for Moots to replace the top tube.
01-19-05 | 02:38 PM
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Actually Moots says it's not worth it price-wise and integrity-wise to replace it. On to find another frame then.... Thanks for all the advice and telling me what I needed to hear.
01-19-05 | 02:44 PM
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Actually, they make at least one fully AL frame: the smoothie.
Originally Posted by hutchiam
Moots are all ti. I know the dent itself cannot be fixed, but I believe it might be possible for Moots to replace the top tube.
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