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The frame is easily the most visible part of any bike build, and a well-built mountain bike frame can last for decades. Today we’re going to focus on the most common materials used in mountain bike frames, and discuss the pros and cons of each. A lot of our materials discussion will apply to bike parts–like handlebars and seatposts–as well.
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Great listen. I ended up buying a boutique brand carbon hardtail this year. To my great displeasure, the seat stay snapped after a short and light duty ride. The company is sending a new frame, but honestly, I’d never buy carbon again. Yes, this may be a freak premature break, but from all I’ve read steel, then aluminum, have better reliability for a lower cost. Not to mention the environmental aspects for these builds. With great regret.