New guy bike question

Triathlon Forum
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Hello all,

  I am currently doing research for my first tri bike. If i got a bike with a carbon frames, without ridiculous expectations, how long can I expect to keep the bike? I know carbon has some durability issues, but is more comfortable for long rides. I guess it’s going to be a give and take situation; but what do you guys think?

Ben

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I know of some guys still riding their Kestrel 4000’s (late 1980’s?)…Durability issues?..can’t think of any when you have a quality carbon bike.

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When you are full of worm holes, your carbon frame will be laughing at you.

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Your going to want a new bike way before the bike wears out.