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Top end aluminum can be very light and expensive, but in general, aluminium is heavier, stiffer, less comfortable and cheaper. Carbon fiber is widely produced and can be stiff or not stiff. Stiff is good for heavy people or in short rides. Less stiff is better for lighter persons and for long rides. Titanium is the most expensive, can be very stiff and very comfortable. My bike guys state that ti is too pricey even for them for what you get. You can get your wife something from Trek in a package.
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How do I know if my carbon frame is stiff or not? I'm 5'11" 190 lbs.. Am I a heavier rider? Thanks for the advice on the Trek package... I'll look into it..
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Sorry about the billion questions... I guess I could do the research myself, I just like hearing info from people that I believe I can trust...
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Kestrel is typically a little stiffer than usual. How do you know? By comparison, talking to roadies and by reading about stiffness comparisons. At 190, you're at the light end of heavy for a cyclist. You might be perfect for a sprinter type body, lots of power and speed. If you lose 20 pounds, you'd be perfect for almost any type riding.
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Here is a nother thought for your wife: REI sells a nice line of bikes (Novarra brand) with frame geometry designed just for women, and they would be very good for someone fo your wife's size. Prices vary depending on componentry, but they can be had for less than grand for some models. I would check those out as well.
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As to frame material, Arch has pretty fairly summarized. For someone your size CF should be great. I ride almost all aluminum, but I am a short and wide Clydesdale so the stiffness is actually a virtue for me.
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Keep your head and your feet warm. Always ride into the wind to start your ride on a cold day. This way after you have built up a sweat you won't be fighting the wind and cold on your way home. If you do it's an experience you won't forget.
When I first started riding back in the 80's no one wore helmets or sunglasses, clip less pedals were unheard of and we had to reach down to our down tube to shift. We have come a long ways since then and it's all for the better. You don't need all the gear to enjoy riding but as you get better you will want to upgrade to nicer stuff. If you are comfortable, warm and fast it will make your riding experiences that much better. |
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Novara is REI's house brand. Taiwan or Korean made, I believe, and generally are a very competent bike.
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