Mark Bulgier wrote:
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> The mysterious "Jay" wrote:
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> > My question is why do the Ti
> > frames glide so effortlessly.
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> Jay, you need to sign your full name and hometown or you'll get booted.
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> Assuming your Ti frames are Speedwell or Teledyne, and thus on topic for
> this list, here's an answer. I have a lot of experience building and riding
> both, and I can tell you for sure there is nothing magical about Ti. The
> only possible explanations for your perceptions are (1)placebo effect, or
> (2)other factors unrelated to frame material such as body position,
> aerodynamics, and rolling resistance due to tire model and/or pressure. All
> the bicycle scientists and engineers agree, there is no frame material that
> is any more or less easy to pedal.
In total agreement, Mark. ANY material can make a stiff bike or a flexy bike or anything in between. Just think of an alumminum Vitus 979 (979=Sept.'79) and a Cannondale and compare the rides.
End of story...
Chuck Schmidt SoPas, SoCal
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