What does it mean??

egor
egor Posts: 62
edited August 2007 in MTB buying advice
Im looking for a light weight hardtail and have been looking at marin indian fire trail or a similar spec/priced cannondale, had thought about carbon fibre, but been advised to avoid, due to frames denting/breaking easy if hit by a stone or something?

While looking around I keep seeing 7005 or 6061 etc when linked with aluminion frame, I assume it something to do with grades, but im not sure, what does it mean and does it make a difference in ride/handling/price?

cheers

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  • The Big Cheese
    The Big Cheese Posts: 8,651
    Check out my link, that should sway your decision! :wink:
  • egor
    egor Posts: 62
    i know looks arent eveything, but does it ride as good as it looks?
  • The Big Cheese
    The Big Cheese Posts: 8,651
    Yep, it's a dream to ride, very responsive and light - some say it's too light and twitchy but if you're proficient on a hardtail it's a beauty! Plus it looks good too (I am a tart)

    very very very light frame - mine's not stock but straight out of the box they are great!

    Try to arrange a test drive on one, you won't be dissapointed! :D

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