In a message dated 5/31/02 12:45:49 PM Pacific Daylight Time, bikevint@tiac.net writes:
<< Many people can't tell the difference between a tube that is too heavy and
one that is too light - spring helps a bike accelerate - but so does
stiffness perhaps - confused? Yes - it is confusing. Its all about the
right balance for each rider. Need spring but not too much. >>
Absolutely! A frame is a spring that needs to be matched to a rider's height,
weight, strength and pedaling style.
Stevan Thomas
Alameda, CA