GT Karakoram vs Momsen AL229

[ValeYellow]

Hi there fellow hubbers,

 

I currently own a "pimped" 2012 Momsen AL229 - it has gone through a multitude of upgrades and the only thing that is still stock standard is the frame.

 

There is a possability that I may be able to pick up a pretty clean 2012 GT Karakoram 3.0 frame for a pretty good price (less than R500).

 

The GT brand is one that I have always admired - and wanted but my only option at the time was the Momsen.

 

My question, which frame would you guys say is "the better one" - or are they pretty much on the same level? My intention is to simply book my Momsen into hospital (my garage) whereby all her components will be donated across to the GT frame - but I dont want to go through the schlep if there will be little to no difference?

 

Look forward to hearing from the experts...........

[Gearman]

Ok, I'm no expert .. but IMHO there are 2 main factors to consider: the weight difference and the head tube angle between the 2 frames. Read up on head tube angles and pick the angle best suited for the type of riding you do.

Granted .. the look of the frame also plays a role and there I personally can't stand GT frames. GT frames always looks like a botched welding job where the seat tube connects with the stays.

[ValeYellow]

Ok, I'm no expert .. but IMHO there are 2 main factors to consider: the weight difference and the head tube angle between the 2 frames. Read up on head tube angles and pick the angle best suited for the type of riding you do.

Granted .. the look of the frame also plays a role and there I personally can't stand GT frames. GT frames always looks like a botched welding job where the seat tube connects with the stays.

Thanks Gearman, the head tube angle is roughly there and thereabouts, and weight, I cant seem to find what the momsen frame weight is anywhere, so guess I can only make that comparitive once she has been stripped down?