Jur,
I know.Rotating mass and all that. But the cost is too great for a new wheel set. Not looking for a weight weenie approach-that is reserved for my road bike
or a Bike Friday if i can ever afford one-but looking at the seatpost, handlebar etc there must be significant weight savings. the dead weight. perhaps even the suspension fork which seems to serve little purpose.
Chagzuki,
grips are already sorted and have the benefit of more comfortable hand extensions. Interested in your other changes though and will pop over to Downtube to get measurements for things and then have a look at Ebay.
Thing is, my son loves his bike and if i can lighten it at reasonable cost and keep him interested in cycling as he approaches his teenage years then even better.
anyone have any thoughts on replacing the quick release hinge other than through Downtube?
cheers