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Not sure of lightest brand but something in 753 would probably be a good bet for lightweight
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Why not titanium?
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I'm not sure Max was ever the lightest steel tubing that Columbus produced, I think EL/OS was lighter.
Reynolds 753 was introduced in the 70s and positioned as a lightweight tubing, which predates EL/OS.
Frames got lighter in the 90s when TIG welding became more widespread, I think Dedacciai had lighter tubing than both Reynolds and Columbus then.
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Ishiwata 017 used to be a tester’s favourite for light weight in the early 80s
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I'm planning to start a new project, based on a used high-end steel frame. I don't have any affinity for a particular brand, so I'll pick it based on size, and the steel used in construction.
Can someone please advise what the lightest steel used in production frames across a)70s b)80s c)90s
I guess Columbus Max was no1 in the 90s?
I'm more interested in finding something lightweight, rather than strong/stiff.
Thanks in advance.