Chromoly

noun

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Noun
  1. 1
    A kind of steel alloy containing some chromium and molybdenum. uncountable

    "Although chromoly is heavier than aluminum, many riders favor the resilient ride of chromoly over the super-stiff ride of aluminum and are willing to have a slightly heavier bike in exchange for the more comfortable ride."

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crmo

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"Although chromoly is heavier than aluminum, many riders favor the resilient ride of chromoly over the super-stiff ride of aluminum and are willing to have a slightly heavier bike in exchange for the more comfortable ride."

Etymology

Blend of chromium + molybdenum.

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