Metal Vs Carbon: Which Bikes Are Better? | GCN Tech Show Ep. 3
On the GCN Tech Show this week we’re discussing a big question: are carbon fibre bikes better than ones made from metals like aluminium or steel?
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Jon has found some brand new tech at the Tour Down Under, there are new additions to the Wall Of Fame and the Bike Vault, and we’ve even got a brand new segment for you with Startup Of The Week!
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