Bike Tech
Which Frame Material for me?
Aluminum Frames
Cheap, stiff and light! It's the most popular frame material now and perfect for racing or recreation rides. The most cost effective material.
Aluminum/Carbon Hybrid Frames
Wanted a frame with the ride of carbon but at aluminum price? Simple, put the two material together and what you get is best of both world. Hybrid frames are much cheaper than full carbon frames but with the stiffness and comfort provided by carbon rear end.
Carbon Frames
It's light and stiff ! The perfect frame material for racing.
Titanium Frames
Titanium frames are not the lightest and stiffest but it's the most lasting. It's the frame material that will still look new after 10 years of use. Its corrosion resistant property is also perfect for triathlete who needs to ride their bike after a swim at the sea.
Please visit this website for more information on frame material !
What is the Difference Between a Road Bike & a Triathlon Bike?
Visit this website http://www.bikesportmichigan.com/bikes/difference.shtml for details.
What Bike for Triathlon, Road or Tri Bike?
It depends on how comfortable you are in aero position. Visit this website http://www.slowtwitch.com/Bike_Fit/General_Fit_Articles/Tri_road_or_tweener__647.html for details.or
What Frame Size?
All our frames are in slopping geometry design which fits Asians better with longer torso. Therefore frame fit should be base on top tube length and not the seat tube length!
Below is a rough guide for top tube length selection,
Rider height 1.65m -> 51cm top tube
Rider height 1.70m -> 53cm top tube
Rider height 1.75m -> 55cm top tube
Rider height 1.80m -> 57cm top tube
Rider height 1.85m -> 58cm top tube
It's just a rough guide as each rider's physique is different and so do
flexibility. Please
contact me for fit session to determine the proper frame size.
9 or 10 Speed?
Narrower chain, sprocket and chain rings will increase wear and tear therefore higher maintenance cost. In addition 10-speed chain and sprocket are much more expensive to replace.
In my opinion 9-speed is good enough for most riders. 10-speed system is for
those who needs 18T or additional 25T
sprocket.
Cassette comparison shown below demonstrates what I mean,
12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 19, 21, 23T VS 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 21, 23T
12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 19, 21, 23T VS 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 19, 21, 23, 25T