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Bicycle frame construction, selection, maintenance, and repair.

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How long will this alum frame last?

Alu has a limited lifespan due to work hardening. Work hardening is where the metal has become brittle after many vibrations and the only way to repair work hardening is to completely melt the piece d …
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How many years an aluminium frame lasts in a touring bike?

Having owned a 6061 alu frame ( marin larkspur hybrid bike ) with a lifetime warranty, and received no less than three warranty replacement frames ( each time after approx. 15k road miles ) all due to …
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