[bank5]

I think the paint chip to the left of the sticker is just cosmetic. It's super small but it looks like there's a line down the middle. Should this be cause for concern? The frame is no longer under warranty so if it's a crack that expands, am I s*** out of luck?

 

[tl1]

Don't smoke it

It's really bad for you.

 

[AZ]

Need a better pic but I would add, that is a peculiar place for a crack.

 

[Logantri]

Depends, where was it made?

 

[bank5]

Good point about the location AZ MTNS. I'll see if I can get a better picture with a different camera.

Logantri, it's a Niner RIP 9. I cracked the rear triangle just under the two year mark and they sent me a new one so I've been happy with their customer service so far.

 

[Stevob]

If your camera has a macro mode, use that, and clean the lens first.

 

[Dirty Bastard]

use some sandpaper to clean the paint off the area to get a better idea... looks like one to me but need to clean it up.

 

[rockcrusher]

I say scratch or possible aluminum engraving from manuf. if there was a crack that visible in the AL then it would run up the tube and the paint would show it, especially in an older frame. Still post some better picts and contact Niner as they might work with you on it. They have really good CS as you already know.

 

[Robinilchrist]

looks like one to me but need to clean it up