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submitted 5 months ago* (last edited 5 months ago) by evasync to c/bikewrench
 

I had no idea that cromoly tubes were so expensive so Im now looking for alternatives..

a generic question I have is, does it really matter on what I use of its not for a competition setup?

I mean I dnt care if its relatively heavy.. my initial thoughts was using stainless steel tubes or even construction rods but everyone online seem to recommend only using cromoly..

edit: ordered 5x25mm wtainless steel tubes for 15eur (1.5m) the same in cromoly couldnt find them under 70eur..

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[–] calamitycastle 2 points 5 months ago

Ah yeah well they have weight limits sure

Good luck on your build though!