Horizontal vs. Sloping top tubes - what do we think?

[Fab Foodie]

yes, did wonder. I'm no engineer, but doesn't the bend make the tube weaker?

Most likely. So to give the same strength it needs to be heavier?

It does however give the 'impression' that there will be some flex in the tube however and that will make the bike more comfortable .... I think with Aliminium in particular it's a myth.

 

[Blue Hills]

Anyhow, what's all this "top tube" malarkey - it was a cross-bar in my day

yes, and somehow folks managed to keep control of their bikes without a cockpit.