Originally Posted by
nekohime
It is heavier, but, if it's not gonna be used for commuting, then I say I'd rather have the TR, for the sheer number of gears! Plus, you can always remove the racks and then put them back on when you actually need them.
The racks combined probably constitute 1 kg, so I'd still advise that a 14 kg bike is not one you'd want to be having to lift too much. Just something to bear in mind.