Carbon travel durability
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RV posted 3 years ago.
I train and race on the same carbon frame. No issues there for me. I like the stiffnes and responsiveness of carbon.
As fas as traveling - can't see how that should be a concern as long as you have a good travel case for it. I, so far, only have done regional races, so haven't had to box it up for a plane trip yet. But there are lots of cases out there on the big tri-store sites.
RV
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JamieM posted 3 years ago.
I agree with RV. I've been racing and training on a carbon frame for a couple of years and couldn't be happier. And the first owner, my father, put a lot of miles on it before passing it off to me. And I can't offer any other advice for travel other than a good case. And insurance.
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calebherndon posted 3 years ago.
So the carbon frame shouldn't be transported on a yakima rack on the back of a truck, only use it for metal/steel bikes? If that is the case I will definitely buy a travel case.
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RV posted 3 years ago.
The travel case would be necessary only for airline travel.
I carry mine on my truck to all my races all over the area - no issues with that. I usually stay within 2 hours travel time - but only because of time logistics.
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It takes a long time to get good. - Scott Molina
Slow is smooth; smooth is fast. - Rich Strauss
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JamieM posted 3 years ago.
When you mentioned traveling I was thinking airline as well. My bike rack consists of a fork mount bolted to a 2x6 that sits in the bak of the truck. No problems there.
I am purchasing my first tri bike over the spring and I am looking at kuota and quintana roo, although I have heard a couple of negative remarks made on the forum towards carbon. I am going to be on long training rides and the carbon's impact absorption attribute is very persuasive. Do you guys think carbon is durable enough for travel and for someone like me who is going to train and race on the same bike? Your imput is greatly appreciated!
Thanks
Billy