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Fiona Russell

Carbon vs steel – which frame is best for bikepacking

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Should you choose to ride a carbon bike or one made of steel for bikepacking? Well, the answer to this question is, it depends! 

Here, we'll weigh up the differences between carbon and steel or your adventures, with a particular focus on gravel riding, which is where many bikepacking trips will take you. 

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