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Old 03-30-2005, 09:26 AM   #7
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Originally Posted by René GER
Why she is build in steel? Is steel not too heavy? I had built in composite or aluminium. I think, more light = more speed...Am I wrong?

The most compelling reason I've heard for using steel: Easily repaired virtually anywhere in the world. Both composite and alum require some pretty special equipment and facilities to fix any dmg that might happen, whereas steel can be welded more or less straight forward. If the owner is planning on going all over the world to remote areas then being able to effect a repair is likely a strong point to consider.
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