The strength and beauty of a bicycle comes from the kind of frame it is mounted on. Basically, apart from the paint, nothing else is superficial. Every bicycle component is contributing to the purpose and performance of the ride.
In order to pay particular attention to the frame, we should be, knowing enough to understand size, symmetry and materials so as to get the right frame that fits us, our riding style, and purpose.
The design of the bike frame has not changed over the years, but the materials that have gone on in the making have immensely contributed in evolving bicycle performances. Obviously, the bikes have tremendously improved.
The Grand Bicycle Ride
They were made in steel earlier, and came as very heavy. We have nothing now, compared to what we used to have. The heavy frames came with laid back angles, and with long wheel bases. Even steel bicycle frames progressively got lighter by making the tubes thinner, and joining them without using lugs.
The design of the bike frame has not changed over the years, but the materials that have gone on in the making have immensely contributed in evolving bicycle performances. Obviously, the bikes have tremendously improved.
The Grand Bicycle Ride
They were made in steel earlier, and came as very heavy. We have nothing now, compared to what we used to have. The heavy frames came with laid back angles, and with long wheel bases. Even steel bicycle frames progressively got lighter by making the tubes thinner, and joining them without using lugs.
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