Bikes that use Carbon Fiber as the majority of the components of the frame are currently the choice of sports professionals, amateur triathletes and cycling enthusiasts the world over.

As a triathlete, owning a light, fast and strong bike made from this material will allow you to complete the cycling stage of the competition in a better, faster time and set yourself a new personal best.

Carbon Fiber is a man made material that is constructed from layering several sheets of carbon together with the grain running in opposite directions to each other which gives the material amazing strength. This is also a very light material and therefore is an ideal product for making a large range of things.

The other benefit to making a bike frame from this is that the manufacturer is able to sculpt, shape and bend the design of the bike or component into any shape they like. The shape of the bike frame is usually the same, similar design you will be used to, but often made from a single piece of material moulded into a strong, sturdy design.

When buying a bicycle, it is best to first set your budget. They don’t come cheap! Bikes that are a combination of carbon and aluminum or titanium are also available at a smaller price but will not give the complete benefits to the rider. A second hand CF bike or CF frame will also be a great investment for the amateur athlete. Triathletes look after their equipment with infinite care and you can pretty much guarantee that any bike will be well maintained.

This kind of frame will be a costly investment, but after you have had one you will never go back.

By: Tao Schencks