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Am I the only one here that thinks that this is just an average TT frame, and that if it didn't carry Hed's name people wouldn't be all over it? I mean, I've seen better (looking) frames that were downright bashed just because they hadn't the "right" seat angle, for one
I'm sure the fact that HED makes it is a good part of it's appeal. That being said, I think when you compare the frame to other TT/aero frames in it's price range, well, there aren't many.
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What about that top tube size? The only justification for it is if the wall thickness is about 0.0001mm...
Well, maybe. I have no idea what aerodynamic testing they did with this frame. HED claims they did a lot... I know other manufacturers have gone the small top tube route, and I assume that's what your basing your opinion that this frames TT is too big. But even if going to a smaller TT on other frames made aerodynamic sense (and that's a big if), doesn't mean the same applies to this frame.
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However did we ever establish what the seat tube angle is on this ?
73.5 degrees. With my Arione saddle pushed all the way forward, and measured to the middle of the seat, it gave 75.5-76 degrees. I ride mine back at 72.5 degrees or so.
Scott