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ROP wrote:
I am 6'5" and weigh 230lbs. My body fat percentage is low enough that losing weight is not an option (6%). Calfee lists the Luna as it's strongest frame, yet has a shorter warranty period than the Dragonfly. That seems somewhat counterintuitive. I really need a stiff, durable bike (especially around the BB, I make my high end Steel/Dura Ace bike creak like an old country porch). Would I be better off getting a stock Luna or getting a custom DF with extra stiffness options being used. Is there diminishing returns on the extra price?

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I think the Luna will last just as long as either a Tetra or Dragonfly. I believe the reason for the shorter warranty is that the Luna is a lower priced frame.

The Luna rides very similar to the Tetra. The Tetra cost more because there is more labor cost that goes into wrapping the lugs by hand; and because the Tetra has Titanium in the drops outs, head tube and bottom bracket area.

Personally, I find the Luna to be plenty stiff enough for the riding I do. I was at 230 lbs when I started riding but have since dropped 10 lbs.

You could call Craig Calfee and ask him about it. I don't think you will find many bicycle manufacturers that will take calls from consumers. However, Craig can make a bike as stiff as you could want. I just called Calfee's office and they said that Craig is out the country until Friday.

Bruce

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