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  1. 01-06-2007, 07:19 AM #1
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    cro-moly vs steel?

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    Hey what's the difference between bikes labeled cro-moly vs steel?

    I mean, they seem to be used interchangeably but cro-moly is a specific alloy isn't it? Or is it really used interchangeably?

    What's the diff in ride quality and durability? Any other differences?
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  2. 01-06-2007, 08:17 AM #2
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    steel is real

    good write up here:

    http://www.torelli.com/TorelliNemo747.html
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    Cro-moly is a steel alloy containing chromium and molybdenum. There are actually many variations of this.
    Oil is good, grease is better.

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  4. 01-07-2007, 10:51 PM #4
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    Thanks Trek. That was interesting. Makes me want a Torelli now.

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