Why most modern bike frames suck!

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Modern frames with internally routed cables, short chainstays, "exotic" headset bearing sizes, press-fit bottom brackets etc.

CONTENTS:
00:00 Introduction
01:26 Rim brakes
03:23 Fork, headset and stem
05:30 Cable routing
07:25 Metal vs carbon frames & forks
08:19 Threaded bottom bracket
09:35 Rack & mudguard mounts
11:04 Seatpost shape & diameter
11:33 Rear derailleur hanger
15:17 Threaded BB and a rubish frame
17:11 Chainstay length
20:30 Conclusion

Useful LINKS:
If you have any questions, please use the BikeGremlin forum (I try to respond to every comment, but YouTube sucks at notifications, especially when it comes to any follow-up questions):
https://www.bikegremlin.net/

Disc vs rim bicycle brakes – pros and cons:
https://bike.bikegremlin.com/3871/pros-and-cons-od-bicycle-disc-brakes-compared-to-rim-brakes/

Pros and cons of suspension (shock absorbers) on bicycles:
https://bike.bikegremlin.com/3832/advantages-and-disadvantages-of-suspension-shock-absorbers-on-bicycles/

A list of BikeGremlin websites and channels:
https://www.bikegremlin.com/

List of all the BikeGremlin videos, sorted by categories:
https://www.bikegremlin.com/youtube/

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