carbon frame

rmj555
rmj555 Posts: 91
edited March 2010 in MTB buying advice
thinking about building a carbon ht. what are peoples thoughts on this. its cheap but does that make it rubbish?

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/New-Hi-Quality-CA ... 5978wt_941

was saving for a giant advanced frame

thanks Rich

Comments

  • carbonfiend
    carbonfiend Posts: 475
    if you were seriously considering spending a low amount of dosh on HT I would just get an On One Scandal or Rock Lobster etc otherwise carry on saving dude
    '..all the bad cats in the bad hats..'
  • bomberesque
    bomberesque Posts: 1,701
    what are on-one pricing their new carbon frame at?

    400 quid for a no-name frame (even in carbon) doesn't seem that cheap to me

    I like carbon frames, but I wouldn't risk 400 on that without a warranty that you know will be stood behind or a solid recommendation from someone you trust.
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  • bike-a-swan
    bike-a-swan Posts: 1,235
    just to give you an idea, quoted weights put something like the on-on scandal at only about 200g more, for about 200 quid less. and you're getting a known quantity in the manufacture. I haven't even had a proper look round for something lighter, but that's what I'd choose.
    Rock Lobster 853, Trek 1200 and a very old, tired and loved Apollo Javelin.
  • rmj555
    rmj555 Posts: 91
    just found it while surfing. i think i should just carry on saving for the giant. i think a warranty would be best.

    im in no rush. it will take about a year to build. just getting impatient :cry:
  • Sonic linked to a Carbon "Exotic" frame not that long ago. Cant remember the exact price, but it was pretty cheap. And Exotic seem to be fairly competent when it comes to carbon stuffs.

    Actually,

    http://www.bikeradar.com/forum/viewtopic.php?p=15907777

    There you go.

    And it's only £450.

    Bargain!