Snapped frame, what new one?

M-A-S
M-A-S Posts: 87
edited February 2015 in Commuting chat
So while on my way home on Monday night and this happened.

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It was just like that, pootling along, not putting any power down, just snap!

So the question is what frame do I get to replace it? It's an old Raleigh Airlite that I've upgraded so I'm happy to just swap in a new frame, that and I can't afford a whole bike! I cycle about 30miles a day 3-4 days a week all year round so need something reliable.

So far I've been looking at this Dolan Preffisio frame set
http://www.dolan-bikes.com/road/road-framesets/road-framesets-aluminium/dolan-preffisio-aluminium-road-frameset.html

Also been looking at Ribble and their Audax and Sportive Alu 7005 frames.
http://www.ribblecycles.co.uk/sp/road-track-bike/frames-frames-road-ribble-7005-sportive-frame/ribbfrar230
http://www.ribblecycles.co.uk/sp/road-track-bike/frames-frames-audax-winter-ribble-winter-audax-7005-frame/ribbfraw220

But then I looked at a certain german online retailer and saw this...
http://www.bike-discount.de/en/buy/cube-agree-gtc-comp-frame-carbon-n-white-n-blue-233553/wg_id-6868

Which admittedly is a bit over budget but it's carbon! And I've always wanted a carbon bike. But I'm not completely sure that it would be practical as my only commuter bike, would love to be persuaded otherwise! And I'd have to convince the boss that it would be worth the extra 100ish!

At the moment heart is saying carbon Cube, head is saying alu Dolan! Any better ideas?

Comments

  • davis
    davis Posts: 2,506
    2 bikes is obviously more reliable than 1!
    Sometimes parts break. Sometimes you crash. Sometimes it’s your fault.
  • UndercoverElephant
    UndercoverElephant Posts: 5,796
    Need to add in the price of forks (if the headtube diameter is different), headset, possible seatpost too.

    As an aside, anyone who still thinks carbon isn't tough should try and remove a seized carbon seatpost from a steel frame with a chisel.
    Sun - Rain - Snow
  • dhope
    dhope Posts: 6,699
    Have got a 55cm Condor Squadra frame going cheap. £75 plus postage... Carbon/Alu. Bought it on a whim, realised I don't have enough in the parts bin to make up a full bike
    Rose Xeon CW Disc
    CAAD12 Disc
    Condor Tempo
  • M-A-S
    M-A-S Posts: 87
    Yes, I've not forgotten about the other related costs, which is one of the reasons that the Dolan is so attractive as it includes forks, headset, seat post and clamp.
  • UndercoverElephant
    UndercoverElephant Posts: 5,796
    Quick! Look up!
    Sun - Rain - Snow
  • M-A-S
    M-A-S Posts: 87
    dhope that sounds like a most excellent offer thank you. What sort of height would a 55cm be best suited for? I had a quick google for condor size guide and the best i could find was...
    condor_compare_chart%255B1%255D%2B-%2BCopy.jpg

    I'm 6ft2" so am guessing it might be too small?
  • dhope
    dhope Posts: 6,699
    M-A-S wrote:
    dhope that sounds like a most excellent offer thank you. What sort of height would a 55cm be best suited for? I had a quick google for condor size guide and the best i could find was...
    condor_compare_chart%255B1%255D%2B-%2BCopy.jpg

    I'm 6ft2" so am guessing it might be too small?

    It'd possibly be slightly on the small side. I have a 55cm Tempo which is spot on for me at 5'11". Sizing here
    http://www.condorcycles.com/component/o ... _download/

    The one I have is fairly tatty however. Previous owner painted it black for some reason, and apparently did so with their eyes closed.
    http://www.lfgss.com/conversations/262664
    But then that's why it's £75 :D
    Rose Xeon CW Disc
    CAAD12 Disc
    Condor Tempo
  • M-A-S
    M-A-S Posts: 87
    Thanks for that dhope, but I think I'll pass if that's ok, purely on the size issue. My old Raleigh was definitely the wrong size for me and my main silver lining of it snapping was getting a frame that better fits me. The offer is much appreciated though.
  • dhope
    dhope Posts: 6,699
    M-A-S wrote:
    Thanks for that dhope, but I think I'll pass if that's ok, purely on the size issue. My old Raleigh was definitely the wrong size for me and my main silver lining of it snapping was getting a frame that better fits me. The offer is much appreciated though.
    No worries.
    Could be worth giving Ribble a buzz to see if they have anything in clearance...
    https://www.ribblecycles.co.uk/assets/i ... ce2015.pdf

    60cm Audax frame for £70 looks decent. Would need a fork but they might have one too
    Rose Xeon CW Disc
    CAAD12 Disc
    Condor Tempo
  • dhope
    dhope Posts: 6,699
    Ooh, Cervelo RS for £250
    58cm, would fit.
    http://www.lfgss.com/conversations/263366/

    Wish I was a little bit taller...
    Rose Xeon CW Disc
    CAAD12 Disc
    Condor Tempo
  • jds_1981
    jds_1981 Posts: 1,858
    No idea whether any good, but £50...?
    http://www.planetx.co.uk/i/q/FRSBDOMAG/ ... road-frame
    FCN 9 || FCN 5
  • M-A-S
    M-A-S Posts: 87
    dhope wrote:
    It'd possibly be slightly on the small side. I have a 55cm Tempo which is spot on for me at 5'11". Sizing here
    http://www.condorcycles.com/component/o ... _download/

    The one I have is fairly tatty however. Previous owner painted it black for some reason, and apparently did so with their eyes closed.
    http://www.lfgss.com/conversations/262664
    But then that's why it's £75 :D

    I've been having a think, and a measure, and you're on dhope, if it's still available that is? I'll PM you.

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