Originally Posted by
freshvalley
Do you notice any difference in weight factor? The Wabi seems like it'd be lighter with its reynolds steel and the Windsor heavier being 4130. I am just assuming 4130 is heavier because I've picked up my friends KHS which is 4130 and thought is was much heavier compared to some Reynolds steel bikes ive picked up. If I am correct, what differences do you notice when riding each that could be related to weight?
The Windsor is probably about 3 pounds heavier, but it's not just the frame. The Wabi has a very light wheelset with sealed hubs. Even though I have them geared the same, you can feel a very noticeable difference with the lighter wheels. Less rotating weight means you get up to speed faster, and it handles better too. I can't explain what "lively" means when it comes to how a bike feels, but if you get a chance to ride both frame materials, the differences are readily apparent.