Deda EOM 16.5 vs. 853

Ahh ... Perhaps this will work:

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craigstanton said:

Hi Maxxevv,

Yes. I did consider Ti frames. Longevity is the key reason why I was initially so attracted to steel and Ti, actually. After looking at both products -- I am convinced that a high quality frame can be had in either material at my price point, but that there is far better selection in steel. I ended up purchasing a custom Landshark, handmade from Deda Zero Uno. Carbon fork. I love it -- and wouldn't turn it in for anything. I ride with a large group of Ti riding mates though, and they seem to love their Ti just as much as I love the steel. The ride on both frames is very similar.

Craig

Hi, this may be off topic a bit, but I have a question about the durability of carbon. I'm trying to choose between carbon and ti. Some people question the durability of carbon. If that is so, why do most bikes come with carbon forks, which is probably the most crucial part of your frame, when it comes to durability? Thanks.

johtan said:

Hi, this may be off topic a bit, but I have a question about the durability of carbon. I'm trying to choose between carbon and ti. Some people question the durability of carbon. If that is so, why do most bikes come with carbon forks, which is probably the most crucial part of your frame, when it comes to durability? Thanks.

Primarily an issue if you crash it.In that case Ti or steel may come out ahead. And yeah, there are many that will bad mouth the durability of CF and then hop on there whatevers with a CF fork and ride the pizz out of it.Go figger.