Michael Schmid wrote:
> I can second Jans observation of the ride qualities of womens frames of
> the swan-neck style. I also have seen several broken cheap womens
> frames. Thay usually break at the lug where the lowered top tube meets
> the seat tube.
Same for the Dutch style womans frame: now they are made cheaply in China or worse, it is common to see the remains of again another one which wasn't up to the added load of someone jumping on the rear carrier.
If you want vertical compliance either use fatter tyres or proper suspension. The duty of the frame is to keep the wheels in line
-- mvg
Marten Gerritsen