Opinion: Crack or Scratch?

Rogueldr

Rogueldr

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Just like the title says. Do you guys think that this is a scratch or a crack? I know its tough to tell in pics but I figured I get some opinions anyway. I'm kinda new to carbon bits and have heard some horror stories so this has me a bit concerned. I have an opinion on it but I wanted to get some others. Thanks.
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Thanks guys. That's what I thought too. Just a scratch. I guess I'll find out the hard way if we're wrong. 😕
 
stb222 said:
For $21, replace the scratched bar.
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LOL. I know. That was my first thought. But I just got it yesterday after waiting like 5 weeks for it so my patience level is on E. I'll have to let it build up again before I order a new one.
 
OK so between this and @soulchild's experience I actually googled whether temps matter for carbon bikes or parts (yeaah, I'm an idiot, I know). But I found a very funny response in VeloNews 2010 that I wanted to share:

Neal Haas, an engineer at True Temper’s research facility in San Diego. He used to work in the aerospace industry before working for True Temper and is an engineering genius. He said:
“CF (carbon fiber) components are used extensively in launch/reentry vehicles and satellites where the temperatures range from superheated to near absolute zero....
As far as safe operating limits ─ I would worry more about high temperatures than low temperatures as the resin commonly used in sporting goods will slowly start to break down over a long period of time at temperatures above 220 F. I wouldn’t recommend riding in active volcanoes, reactor containment buildings or too close to the sun.”

So, I'm thinking no.....
 
2Julianas said:
OK so between this and @soulchild's experience I actually googled whether temps matter for carbon bikes or parts (yeaah, I'm an idiot, I know). But I found a very funny response in VeloNews 2010 that I wanted to share:

Neal Haas, an engineer at True Temper’s research facility in San Diego. He used to work in the aerospace industry before working for True Temper and is an engineering genius. He said:
“CF (carbon fiber) components are used extensively in launch/reentry vehicles and satellites where the temperatures range from superheated to near absolute zero....
As far as safe operating limits ─ I would worry more about high temperatures than low temperatures as the resin commonly used in sporting goods will slowly start to break down over a long period of time at temperatures above 220 F. I wouldn’t recommend riding in active volcanoes, reactor containment buildings or too close to the sun.”

So, I'm thinking no.....
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This is helpful to hear the temperature range covers from superheated to near absolute zero....

I recommend sending the photo to NASA and go with whatever they say. But that will also take about a month - if you hear back.

Or is @Clapper still down in Florida? Maybe he can take the photo to NASA for you.
 
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