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Join Date: Feb 2006
Location: Lake Geneva, WI
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Bikes: Ridley Helium SLX, Canyon Endurance SL, De Rosa Professional, Eddy Merckx Corsa Extra, Schwinn Paramount (1 painted, 1 chrome), Peugeot PX10, Serotta Nova X, Simoncini Cyclocross Special, Raleigh Roker, Pedal Force CG2 and CX2
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I have numerous steel bikes, including De Rosa, Eddy Merckx, Pinarello...
Steel has a smooth feel, but carbon fiber also mutes vibrations efficiently. My aluminum bikes ride smoothly and I like the extra stiffness aluminum offers.
Bike tires are probably more important than frame material if you are seeking a smooth ride. A plush 700x32 tire at 75psi on an aluminum frame will feel smoother than a stiff 700x23 tire at 105psi on a steel frame bike.
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Last edited by Barrettscv; 08-08-22 at 10:40 AM.