Had a wreck... CF frame scuffs
12-01-19, 08:59 AM
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Had a wreck... CF frame scuffs
So, yes I’m a noob cyclist, and have had a couple of wrecks in the past 6 months haha! Wasn’t paying attention the first time, and was pushing too hard on a slick surface the second time. I’ve also dropped the chain off the front chainring a couple of times. All of these events have chipped the paint in various places on my frame.
My question is: when should I start to worry about my carbon frame? The bike still rides the same, no issues. I just worry about damage to the frame becoming an issue. When do I throw in the towel and replace the frame? Does carbon start to show signs of instability, or is it just a catastrophic failure that comes with no warning?
My question is: when should I start to worry about my carbon frame? The bike still rides the same, no issues. I just worry about damage to the frame becoming an issue. When do I throw in the towel and replace the frame? Does carbon start to show signs of instability, or is it just a catastrophic failure that comes with no warning?
12-01-19, 09:21 AM
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Epoxy resin absorbs minute amounts of moisture, not enough to make a difference. Still, you can touch up the scuffed areas with some clear coat. Look for it in touch up size at an auto supply shop.
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So, yes I’m a noob cyclist, and have had a couple of wrecks in the past 6 months haha! Wasn’t paying attention the first time, and was pushing too hard on a slick surface the second time. I’ve also dropped the chain off the front chainring a couple of times. All of these events have chipped the paint in various places on my frame.
My question is: when should I start to worry about my carbon frame? The bike still rides the same, no issues. I just worry about damage to the frame becoming an issue. When do I throw in the towel and replace the frame? Does carbon start to show signs of instability, or is it just a catastrophic failure that comes with no warning?
My question is: when should I start to worry about my carbon frame? The bike still rides the same, no issues. I just worry about damage to the frame becoming an issue. When do I throw in the towel and replace the frame? Does carbon start to show signs of instability, or is it just a catastrophic failure that comes with no warning?
12-01-19, 05:09 PM
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Had a brand new Superfly with less than ten rides on it when the carbon seat stay completely sheered during a ride. Trek warrantied it without question.
