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Aluminium track frames? thoughts....

dannybrowne123 · 2007-01-07 16:39:30

I know aluminiu is pretty light but i'd guess there is also more flex than with a slightly heavier steel frame. what is the general school of thought on the use of aluminium for track bikes (entry level)? i want to build up a track fram for road use that could also potentially be used for racing - with a few adjustments.

07-01-2007 4:39pm

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dannybrowne123

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I know aluminiu is pretty light but i'd guess there is also more flex than with a slightly heavier steel frame.

what is the general school of thought on the use of aluminium for track bikes (entry level)?

i want to build up a track fram for road use that could also potentially be used for racing - with a few adjustments.

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#2 07-01-2007 5:12pm

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An aluminium frame is likely to have less flex due to the larger diameter tubes.

For a road fixed gear I'd go for a steel frame but if you're racing then speed and stiffness outweigh comfort so aluminium would be better.

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#3 07-01-2007 5:40pm

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thanks.

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