Cracked frame
careca78
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Hello
Sorry if I make dumb questions, but road bikes are out of my comfort zone.
My father has a BH Ventoux from 2002 (aluminum frame) with some extras and a flat bar for commuting. Unfortunately the frame cracked in the upper (inner part, close to the weld) and lower part (outer part) of the head tube.
From a conversation I had with a welder I’ve decided it’s hardly economically viable to repair and repaint the frame.
What replacement frame can you suggest? I would like something light and confortable, yet not very expensive. Or is it better to buy a new bike and build a N+1 project with the spares?
Thanks
Sorry if I make dumb questions, but road bikes are out of my comfort zone.
My father has a BH Ventoux from 2002 (aluminum frame) with some extras and a flat bar for commuting. Unfortunately the frame cracked in the upper (inner part, close to the weld) and lower part (outer part) of the head tube.
From a conversation I had with a welder I’ve decided it’s hardly economically viable to repair and repaint the frame.
What replacement frame can you suggest? I would like something light and confortable, yet not very expensive. Or is it better to buy a new bike and build a N+1 project with the spares?
Thanks
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This one:
https://www.radialcycles.co.uk/revere-1 ... gLsOfD_BwE
Not sure about tyre clearance.
& you may need a new front mech dependedenr on wether your old one is clamp on or braize on.0 -
What about Planet X?
They have a cheap(ish) carbon frame. Any feedback?0 -
My father decided to buy a new bike instead of dealing with compatibility issues and older components.
Now I have a box of spares to deal with... maybe I will buy an Holdsworth Brevet Audax steel frame to use those parts and make a commuter.0
