Originally Posted by
cyclinfool
JP - look at this web site:
http://www.northeastcycling.com/Bike...html#Trek_5900
You may not need to get a new frame.
Look around this website - it is my bible for the local climb information. The author does not seem to keep up with it much anymore (last update was 2 years ago) but I bet if you sent him an email he will let you know what the latest in climbing machines is.
I looked into his setup and it was too rich for my blood, but you may already have the frame.
Thanks! My setup is very, very similar to his but I'm 18+ lbs but maybe it's in part because I'm riding a larger frame and I suspect that makes some difference. I know my pedals are a little heavier but outside of that I struggle to find where I can shave the weight. It's hard to find it even if it's 50 grams here and there.