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I'm considering swapping out my current 2008 Giant XTC frame for a Saracen kili flyer frame of the same size. I fancy a swap over to steel. A bit open ended i know but could i have your opinions please??
Cheers in advance
Andy
The xtc is lighter but stiff in the rear triangle, steel should be bit livelier, giving a bit of spring in your step feel.
I just got a kili cromo to replace an alloy frame and the ride is fantastic. There is more weight in the frame, about 800 grams, but the feel of the frame is much more supple on the trails. I don't feel as battered on the downhills at speed as the back end rides the bumps instead of crashing off them. Mines a 15" frame though so the big ones may be a bit stiffer.
Build pic here if you want a look: http://singletrackworld.com/forum/topic/kili-flyer-cromo