Steel appeal: Martin Shepherd from Reynolds on Why Steel is Real

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Cycle Maintenance Academy

Күн бұрын

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@Alistair_Spence 2 ай бұрын

I had a great chat with Martin at the Made show a couple of days ago. Nice bloke, very knowledgeable.

@cyclemaintenanceacademy 6 күн бұрын

That's awesome! Martin really knows his stuff. Glad you had a great conversation with him!🙂

@AlienLivesMatter Ай бұрын

The Reynolds tubing on my Moulton space frame is a marvel of engineering

@cyclemaintenanceacademy Ай бұрын

The Reynolds tubing is a fantastic choice. It’s amazing how well it complements the unique design of the Moulton space frame. Such a great combination of engineering and performance!🙂

@marvinkamei7007 2 ай бұрын

I like the feel from the bottom backet connection!!

@cyclemaintenanceacademy 6 күн бұрын

Hey, thanks for sharing your thoughts.🙂

@sureshchinnappa2290 2 ай бұрын

Great effort. Learning a lot about bike packing

@cyclemaintenanceacademy 6 күн бұрын

Hey, I'm really glad you found the information in this presentation helpful for your backpacking adventures!🙂

@julian5883 2 ай бұрын

Interesting, thanks for uploading... But did he actually just admit that until an intern turned up 2 weeks ago, Reynolds had never done any FEA analysis?! And that the only reason 953 has been retired is because of cost?! So a company known the world over cant afford FEA or bulk buying of raw materials for its flagship tubeset? I cant imagine a German, Japanese or Chinese company admitting to that in a public forum! The UK desperately needs a (long term) Industrial Strategy! Utter nonsense that a company with a name like Reynolds cant realise their potential...why dont they have access to a whole team of advisers and engineers who could assist? Why isnt there a UK development bank that could provide long term soft loans to enable them to bulk buy raw materials? - the (negligible in the big picture) investment would pay for itself and then some in the long run....Thatchers deindustrialisation/off-shoring policies have a lot too answer for!

@ariffau 2 ай бұрын

It’s simple, really. All about demand and supply. Steel is not real. If it were, we would be on 953s and if we were all on 953 bikes, they would pull the trigger on ordering 10 tonnes of those as it will not need 10 years till they order another batch. Where there is demand, everything else follows.

@cyclemaintenanceacademy 6 күн бұрын

Hi, thanks for raising some very valid points, and it’s understandable why you’d be frustrated. And you're right that the access to long-term, sustainable funding and innovation support could help companies like Reynolds remain competitive and push forward with their potential. It’s definitely a tricky situation, and you're right that other countries’ industrial policies might have led to a different outcome. Hopefully, with growing awareness and perhaps more focus on UK manufacturing, we’ll see some changes that allow companies to thrive on a global scale again. Thanks for sharing your thoughts, it's an important conversation!

@GeorgeEvans-lk1wc 2 ай бұрын

I have a few bikes with Reynolds tubing, 531 & 753 from the 70s & 80s.

@cyclemaintenanceacademy 6 күн бұрын

That's fantastic! Reynolds 531 and 753 from the 70s and 80s are classic, iconic tubing choices. Those bikes were built to last, and the ride quality is second to none. It must be great to have those vintage frames in your collection - there's something special about the craftsmanship from that era. Enjoy the ride!🙂

@lazlo2511 2 ай бұрын

The current MADE shoe over in the US has many steel builders doing amazing stuff.

@cyclemaintenanceacademy 6 күн бұрын

Absolutely! The MADE show in the US has really highlighted the resurgence of steel in custom bike building, with so many talented builders showing just how versatile and innovative steel can be.

@petetrundell5454 2 ай бұрын

As a massive fan of Reynolds and steel frames in general, it's a crying shame that 953 was put on hold. Secondly, if Reynolds had the sort of marketing shove that some US companies have I really believe they could use the environmental factors to their advantage resulting in more sales, more holdings, the reintroduction of 953 and who knows where from there.

@cyclemaintenanceacademy Ай бұрын

Hi, and thanks for sharing your thoughts. Reynolds has a rich heritage in steel frames, and it's unfortunate that 953 was put on hold. We can olny hope that Reynolds will bring 953 back to life!

@JeffShepherdphotos 2 ай бұрын

All my bike have been made with Reynolds tubing. I now own a stainless steal Reynolds frame.

@cyclemaintenanceacademy 6 күн бұрын

That's awesome! Reynolds tubing has such a rich history in the bike world, and owning a stainless steel Reynolds frame is a real treat. Stainless steel offers that perfect combination of durability and performance, with the added bonus of being rust-resistant. Sounds like you've got some seriously solid bikes in your collection! Enjoy riding them!🙂

@TESTA-CC 2 ай бұрын

We have a Peugeot Perthus Pro Reynolds 753r, Peugeot 531c Reynolds x 3 Road Bikes and Holdsworth Reynolds 531cs Tubing. all with down tube shifters, rim brakes, Reynolds For The Win. 🤙🤙

@cyclemaintenanceacademy 6 күн бұрын

Wow, that’s an amazing collection! 🏆 There’s something special about riding bikes like those - they’re the perfect blend of craftsmanship, history, and performance. Reynolds really has stood the test of time, hasn’t it? Enjoy those rides - they’re not just bikes, they’re pieces of cycling history! 🤙🚴‍♂️

@harryrowland4734 2 ай бұрын

I thought the last steel bike to win the tour was a Pinarello badged Dario Peggareti, built with Columbus.

@m.talley1660 2 ай бұрын

I think you are right. Indurain and somewhere around 1992-93. I live Charlotte, NC where Gita sporting goods is located. I had a conversation with the founder-owner Mr Andretta. He spoke of Oria tubing having been used in this later years of steel pro frames. Google "Banesto Pinarello Oria". There's a write-up about that bike.

@ericpmoss 2 ай бұрын

I know it's being picky, but he said last tour stage. Either way, it was a long time ago, and I STILL would rather have a Pegoretti than a carbon wonder bike. BTW, the new Pegorettis are absolutely gorgeous, even a step up on the Dario frames.

@harryrowland4734 2 ай бұрын

@@ericpmoss I'm a Roberts fan, Geoff Roberts is still building (younger brother of Chas Roberts )

@ariffau 2 ай бұрын

@@ericpmossi agree! The newer Pegeorettis are better than what Late Dario used to paint 🎨 Purists may disagree but a spade is a spade.

@cyclemaintenanceacademy 6 күн бұрын

Would Martin make a mistake??🤔😀

@frederickbowdler8169 2 ай бұрын

Steel clad with aluminium reinforced with carbon is one way to go 😮

@cyclemaintenanceacademy 6 күн бұрын

That's an interesting mix!😀

@christopheroliver148 2 ай бұрын

Not Tom Simpson. That's our boy, Greg LeMond who is very much alive.

@christopheroliver148 2 ай бұрын

Oops. Slides in backwards order.

@enriquevallano3049 2 ай бұрын

And a Gitane bicycle, best enemy of Peugeot…

@cyclemaintenanceacademy 6 күн бұрын

Hey, thanks for the clarification🙂

@richtourist 2 ай бұрын

... and modern steels are actually lighter than aluminium, and even some titaniums, but you have to keep them painted properly.

@cyclemaintenanceacademy 6 күн бұрын

Steel's strength and ability to be repaired easily make it a fantastic option for many riders. Thanks for bringing that up!

@richtourist 6 күн бұрын

@@cyclemaintenanceacademy I was mocking the video for its waffle, ridiculous bias and lack of any serious content.

@manoftheroad55 2 ай бұрын

Steel frames with lugs are superior and stronger than butter steel frames .. A lugged steel frame is a proper steel frame ...

@cyclemaintenanceacademy Ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing your thoughts!🙂

@Chuckaluck78 2 ай бұрын

I've owned and ridden steel, Aluminum, TI and carbon bikes. But my favorite bikes are my steel bikes. They're the ones I've kept long term. But the only Reynolds steel bike I have is a handmade fillet brazed OX Platinum hardtail (Paul Taylor).

@cyclemaintenanceacademy 6 күн бұрын

That's a fantastic collection! It's great to hear you’ve had experience with all those materials and still gravitate toward steel. The OX Platinum hardtail sounds like a real gem - Paul Taylor’s work is top notch! Steel really does have a special place, especially when it comes to durability and ride quality.

@Chuckaluck78 Күн бұрын

@ Yeah, my Taylor is fillet brazed. One of the only fillet brazed hardtails I've ever seen. My Fondreist Status is truly a gem too it's actually a monocoque steel frame that's got some unique tube shape.

@alfabethev2.074 2 ай бұрын

🤔If i might be so bold, to question the value in this . Since it is not a particular objective point of view...

@cyclemaintenanceacademy 6 күн бұрын

Hey, thanks for your comment! I see where you're coming from. Martin's perspective in the interview is definitely from the point of view of a steel frame manufacturer, so it's naturally going to lean towards the benefits of steel and titanium. I hope you enjoyed Martin's presentation though as he made some great points.

@andypicken7848 2 ай бұрын

Its true that metal is endlessly recycable but its helpfull to remember that recycling metal uses vast amounts of energy which is accompanied by vast amounts of pollution. By contrast re using instead of recycling (the best case neither) is far more environmentally less damaging

@SeymourSunshine 2 ай бұрын

Yes, you are right that recycling uses energy. But you are forgetting to add the energy used to getting the stuff out of the ground, transporting and then smelting and blending it if you want to use non-recycled steel.

@cyclemaintenanceacademy 6 күн бұрын

Hey, you raise an important point. While metal recycling is certainly better than sending it to landfill, it does indeed require energy and can result in emissions. Reusing materials or extending their lifespan is always the more sustainable option when possible. Ideally, we should focus on reducing waste altogether and finding ways to reuse products before resorting to recycling. It’s about finding that balance where we minimise both consumption and waste. Thanks for sharing your thoughts!

@dogbreath6974 2 ай бұрын

So aluminium cracks, so does steel, also aluminium is just as recyclable as steel. I've had my aluminium bike over 30 years and still ok, I think this guy is talking bs.

@charlcoetzee93 2 ай бұрын

Aluminium fatigues and breaks at levels where steel just Springs back. That's why aluminium tubes are bigger diameter, to be strong enough. That doesn't mean aluminum is bad. You end up with a lighter bike, and stiffer

@AlienLivesMatter Ай бұрын

Solid aluminium cranks don't survive abuse and misuse. Steel does

@cyclemaintenanceacademy 6 күн бұрын

Hey, thanks for your thoughts. You're right that both aluminium and steel can fail under extreme conditions, but there are key differences that can make steel a better choice for certain types of cycling, especially when considering longevity and performance over time. Aluminium is a great choice for lightweight performance bikes, but if you're looking for durability, comfort, and long-term investment, steel has its place. Steel has a much higher resistance to fatigue and is more flexible than aluminium. This means that it can withstand rough use and minor impacts without cracking. If you do experience damage, steel frames are easier to repair (e.g., welding) compared to aluminium, which is much harder to fix once it’s cracked. While you’ve had your aluminium bike for 30 years, steel is known for lasting even longer, especially when properly cared for. Steel frames don't suffer from fatigue as quickly as aluminium, which can eventually become brittle over time, especially after many years of stress. While aluminium is lighter than steel, steel has a better strength-to-weight ratio in many applications. You may get a bike that is slightly heavier, but that extra weight translates into more durability and overall performance. And if you value comfort over pure weight, steel might be a better option for you. Both materials are recyclable, but steel is one of the most recycled materials in the world, and the process for recycling steel is often more efficient and less energy-intensive compared to aluminium. It’s true that both materials have their pros and cons, and ultimately it comes down to personal preference and the type of cycling you do. Hope this clears things up a bit! 😊

@paulstuart9465 2 ай бұрын

Interesting talk. You mention, however, that China is reducing CO2 output dramatically over the next few years. This won't be the case because "they" and a handful of others have been given an exemption from the Paris climate accord. Where they can build as many coal fired power station's as they deem fit.

@cyclemaintenanceacademy 6 күн бұрын

You raise a valid point about the complexities of international climate agreements. While it's true that certain countries, including China, have been given more flexibility in the Paris Climate Accord, particularly in terms of timelines and development needs, it's also worth noting that China has made significant investments in renewable energy. In fact, China is a global leader in solar and wind energy production and is gradually shifting its energy infrastructure. However, only time will tell whether these efforts will fully pay off. We can only hope, as China remains one of the world’s largest emitters of carbon dioxide (CO₂).