Yes, I weighed it on a scale. The only thing extra I have on it is an aluminum rack for a trunk (but no trunk) and Wellgo BMX pedals.
On the flats it doesn't feel like 35 lbs. But on the steep climbs.......
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02-25-2008, 04:45 PM #1
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03-02-2008, 06:49 AM #2
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Like others said it's cheaper to drop a few pounds on the person than it is on the bike....but if you were so inclined to spend a little money you could upgrade the wheels. Then again, it might be more trouble than it's worth. If you get used to riding a heavy bike up hills, when you upgrade to a lighter bike it will feel awesome. How much does the rack weigh? If you don't use it, you should lose it.
Originally Posted by sundial
Yes, I weighed it on a scale. The only thing extra I have on it is an aluminum rack for a trunk (but no trunk) and Wellgo BMX pedals.
Just keep pedaling.
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03-02-2008, 11:16 AM #3
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It weighs 640 g, just a little over a pound. I do use the rack regularly but for the long rides, I could ditch the rack. Originally Posted by madisongrrl
It would be better if rider could lose some weight so that my bike wouldn't feel like a freight train going uphill.
OK, maybe not a freight train.
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03-03-2008, 10:09 AM #4
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I called my LBS to see what wheels await my bike. Originally Posted by madisongrrl
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03-03-2008, 10:39 AM #5
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How heavy is your fork? Can you lock it out when you climb? This can make a huge difference.
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03-03-2008, 01:22 PM #6
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My Rock Shox Tora weighs about 5.3 lbs I believe. I do keep it locked when I climb and it does well. This fork is ok I guess for what I'm riding--mostly trails and nothing really technical.
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03-06-2008, 09:42 AM #7
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I'm going with the wheel upgrade. We shaved a few pounds off my bike here and there, but the difference was most noticeable when I got lighter wheels. As I recall it was pretty expensive, but it was like getting a brand new bike.
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03-06-2008, 10:23 AM #8
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Stephanie, I'll give my LBS a call and see what they suggest. I have priced some wheels and some are more than my bike.
What kind do you have?
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