Who’s riding AL frame bikes these days?
12-10-20, 07:10 AM
#51
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I’m riding a 2018 Trek Domane ALR 5 and it is very comfortable. With the IsoSpeed, 32mm tires and carbon fork, it’s very smooth even on rough stuff.
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12-13-20, 08:02 PM
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I ride a Six13 (AL/Carbon) and AL gravel and AL tandem, although I prefer sreel for a tandem.
I have about 16 non AL bikes, mostly for my kid, and piles of Carbon Fibre. I ride AL.
I have about 16 non AL bikes, mostly for my kid, and piles of Carbon Fibre. I ride AL.
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12-20-20, 08:20 PM
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My main ride is an 88 Cannondale Criterium series in the 19lb range. Climbs like a machine, very quick. The handling is intuitive if not a bit twitchy. One fun bike to ride.
12-20-20, 08:59 PM
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Just bought an aluminum bike from Bikes Direct for winter rides (snow, salt, etc.). I put 25mm tires on it and some lighter wheels I had lying around. I don't stay out as long in the winter (today was 27F in my area, but no wind). Might want to see how it does with 28mm 4Seasons Conti's.
12-21-20, 10:22 PM
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