GCCMail: Carbon or Aluminum? Talmadge B. Mincey 11 Feb 2007 20:42 EST

Fellow Roadies,

I would like your opinions/impressions/input on all-carbon frames.

I have ridden an all-aluminum frame (carbon fork) for awhile now and have no complaints with the ride; comfort nor fatigue have ever been an issue. I would prefer a "stiff" ride to any hint of inefficiency.

I would think carbon is more tuneable allowing a stiffer and lighter design than my compact aluminum. Comfort would just be a bonus.

Please share your experiences, good and bad to help in my decision.

Thanks, Tal.

Sincerely,
Talmadge B. Mincey, P.E.

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