steel frames

markos1963

As a returnee to cycling I have been trying a few bikes out before placing an order. Carbon bikes have been nice but I worry about the long term durability, pure aluninium bikes have been light but quite harsh riding, the best modern combo I have come across is ali with carbon forks,stays and seat post. However I have just bought an old steel framed Raleigh on ebay and I can't fault it even though its only 501 tubing! I would like to try a modern steel frame with modern equipment(can't afford it yet but maybe next time)