whats the difference between 6061 and 7005 aluminium?

kyle_172@hotmail.co.uk
kyle_172@hotmail.co.uk Posts: 113
edited November 2010 in MTB beginners
wondering if you could tell me the difference between 6061 and 7005 aluminium?and which is better and by how much better?

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  • nicklouse
    nicklouse Posts: 50,675
    have a look in the FAQs.

    it is there along with many other interesting topics :wink:
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  • Shaggy_Dog
    Shaggy_Dog Posts: 688
    I would neither worry about it too much nor let it decide what bike you should buy, there are a lot more important factors to consider when purchasing a bike or frame.
    I had to beat them to death with their own shoes...
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  • shm_uk
    shm_uk Posts: 683
    the difference between 6061 and 7005 aluminium is 944 aluminium
  • The Rookie
    The Rookie Posts: 27,812
    :lol:
    Currently riding a Whyte T130C, X0 drivetrain, Magura Trail brakes converted to mixed wheel size (homebuilt wheels) with 140mm Fox 34 Rhythm and RP23 suspension. 12.2Kg.

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