7 Things You Didn't Know About Carbon Fiber
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Separate the facts about carbon fiber from the myths. Subscribe to GCN: http://gcn.eu/SubscribeToGCN Get exclusive GCN gear in the GCN store! http://gcn.eu/BuyGCNKit_ Sign up to the GCN newsletter: http://gcn.eu/gcnnewsletter Carbon fiber is used on nearly every manufacturer's top of the range bike. But, there are still plenty of myths out there about it. Don't forget to SHARE this video and let us know your thoughts down in the comments. Watch more on GCN... How to check your bike for damage after a crash ▶︎ http://gcn.eu/1SPgpCw Carbon fiber explained by Cervélo co-founder Phil White ▶︎ http://gcn.eu/1Sz3EgA Buy GCN winter kit, casual wear and accessories in the GCN Shop: http://gcn.eu/TheGCNShop Photos: © Bettiniphoto / http://www.bettiniphoto.net/ & ©Tim De Waele / http://www.tdwsport.com About GCN: The Global Cycling Network puts you in the centre of the action: from the iconic climbs of Alpe D’Huez and Mont Ventoux to the cobbles of Flanders, everywhere there is road or pavé, world-class racing and pro riders, we will be there bringing you action, analysis and unparalleled access every week, every month, and every year. We show you how to be a better cyclist with our bike maintenance videos, tips for improving your cycling, cycling top tens, and not forgetting the weekly GCN Show. Join us on YouTube’s biggest and best cycling channel to get closer to the action and improve your riding! Welcome to the Global Cycling Network | Inside cycling Thanks to our sponsors: Santini cycling kit: http://gcn.eu/1SFf8PV Kask helmets: http://gcn.eu/1FrbcHK fi’zi:k shoes and saddles: http://gcn.eu/1tsXI7S and http://gcn.eu/1KxBGd5 Topeak tools: http://gcn.eu/1Lc4HAj Canyon bikes: http://gcn.eu/1Oge4gz Muc-Off: http://gcn.eu/1XlT5Og Science in Sport: http://gcn.eu/1GrXo6n Ass Savers: http://gcn.eu/1XlTmkm Orbea bikes: http://gcn.eu/1oks6GH Trek Bicycle: http://gcn.eu/1RUwyGf Vision wheels: http://gcn.eu/1qHTlMu Zipp wheels: http://gcn.eu/1OcMUv5 YouTube Channel - http://gcn.eu/gcnYT Facebook - http://gcn.eu/gcnFb Google+ - http://gcn.eu/gcnGPlus Twitter - http://gcn.eu/gcnTW GCN newsletter - http://gcn.eu/gcnnewsletter Leave us a comment below!
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Dear GCN. Is it true that the fibre is sourced from banana skins, and if this is the case, will my bike be extra slippy if somebody stands on it. And will the comical slipping noise be heard?
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I love my Kinesis carbon frame, so so plussshhhh... ja ja ja
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Forgive me in advance but what model is that canyon?
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Someone stole my fucking carbon fiber bike in nyc! Wtf man! you can't leave shit out here! It was just to get pizza from a pizza store, I went in to get some napkins, came out and it was fucking gone! Fuck those people who stole my bike! I hope it breaks on them 😐
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little video on titanium pls
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This is one of the best and professionally made videos ever posted on youtube. I am not big on big on bikes, but your video was outstanding. Pat yourself on the back!!!
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While this a great video, you can learn a lot about carbon bikes and their failures and limitations on this vlog over 3 great interviews with a guy that came from the aerospace carbon world to cycle repair and inspection. https://youtu.be/-qsLYlVWkbQ
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Alimunium is isotropic because the physical properties are the same in all directions. Composite layers are engineered to be anisotropic, desiring those physical properties to vary depending on the directions. For instance, you need more resistance for vertical loads then for lateral forces on a frame. On aluminium bikes you can compensate that by designing different thickness depending on the section. On a composite, you will increase direction on one direction. Plus, using 45degree alternated directions, it distributes tension within a plane instead of in space. I am not an expert in bike design and construction, but am a polymer and composites graduated engineer with some R&D working experience for automotive. Not my field of work lately.
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I think carbon fiber bikes should be promoted to older riders, they can always use more fiber :)
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How do we repair carbon fibre bikes? Is there a method? Could u please assist me.
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Hollow thin carbon fibre tubes! As bike frames! Dream on son.
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Personally, i go for a aluminium mountain bike (in my case lapieres Alloy Supreme 6) then carbon on road bikes
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Nice video! Sometimes i can't understand this guy his words start to mumble at the end of most sentences !
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that bike is freakn NICE...what brand is that?
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What handle are those
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His vocal growl is kinda annoying. Men tend to do that when they are being cocky. :)
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great video, 1 thing no one ever mentions though is how carbon does in extremes(for some softies) Cold, I am talking about
freezing temps? I live in international falls, Mn. 1 colder area. I ride when its zero outside. I keep warmth, but how will my new carbon frame set keep up? I would like to see a video on this. -
I want to buy full carbon bike, but all say that it breaks easily. is it true? Should I just get aluminum bike? Thanks
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Lol, no worries for UV light in the uk
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carbon bike frame feel similar to fishing rods when you tap them
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