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Bike frame

The modern bike frame consists of two triangles fused together. This style, known as the diamond frame, is the main component of most standard bicycles and to which the wheels and other components are then fitted. Frames are generally measured from the center of the bottom bracket to the top of the seat tube. This measurement is vital to a rider’s comfort and safety.

Bike frames come in a variety of materials, some of which increase the expense of production considerably. Steel, aluminum and titanium frames are standard on the market and are used in many cases to make specific types of bikes, such as those used exclusively on the road for competitive cycling, or those used on the trail for BMX or adventure sporting.

When shopping for a bike frame, it is important that a consumer understands their ideal frame measurement, the most common type of cycling they plan to do, and whether they desire a gender specific or neutral frame. Becoming familiar with the various materials used to construct a potential frame is also key, as this will greatly effect the longevity of the bicycle and its overall weight.

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