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Is Steel Real? | 6 Things You Didn't Know About Steel

Global Cycling Network 731,044 8 years ago
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The popularity of high-end steel bike frames has risen from the ashes in recent years. Simon Richardson tells you 6 things you may not know about the traditional tubing material. Subscribe to GCN: http://gcn.eu/SubscribeToGCN Get exclusive GCN gear in the GCN shop! http://gcn.eu/2U Ex-Professional Cyclist Simon Richardson explains some key facts about steel bicycles and why they are still a popular choice for a traditionalist. Particularly those who wish to have a frame built to their exact needs. Simon explores topics such as: - Is Steel Real? - Is Steel Heavy? - Is Steel Comfortable? - Is Steel Customisable? - Can Steel Be Repaired? - Can Steel Rust? Let us know what you think of steel frames in the comments below! 👇 Watch more on GCN... 5 Things You Didn't Know About Aluminium 📹 http://gcn.eu/2W 7 Things You Didn't Know About Carbon Fiber 📹 http://gcn.eu/2Y Music: Kir Royale - Arthur Pochon 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: Alta Badia: http://gcn.eu/AltaBadia_ // Maratona Dles Dolomites: http://gcn.eu/MaratonaDlesDolomites_ Assos of Switzerland: http://gcn.eu/2hcDLGM 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 Science in Sport: http://gcn.eu/1GrXo6n Orbea bikes: http://gcn.eu/1oks6GH Trek Bicycles: http://gcn.eu/1RUwyGf Vision wheels: http://gcn.eu/1qHTlMu Zipp wheels: http://gcn.eu/1OcMUv5 Powertap: http://gcn.eu/1XlfT2p power2max: http://gcn.eu/1sdoPva Rotor: http://gcn.eu/1q3vtCo Reynolds: http://gcn.eu/1JjCDVL Park Tool: http://gcn.eu/2hcT2Yb Continental tyres: http://gcn.eu/2hcDQdy Camelbak: http://gcn.eu/2h4HzqD YouTube Channel - http://gcn.eu/gcnYT Facebook - http://gcn.eu/gcnFb Google+ - http://gcn.eu/gcnGPlus Twitter - http://gcn.eu/gcnTW Leave us a comment below!

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