Originally Posted by
waynesworld
It's 30 pounds because it is an older, steel bike with lower end components (I think) and I think steel wheels (maybe). None of that is really a terrible thing, it's just what it is. It really is a nice, clean looking bike though.
As for the rough ride you mention, that seems kind of odd for a steel bike. I may have missed this info, but what size/brand/model of tires did you go with. That bike can probably fit some decent size tires, so you could go with a different model tire in a wider size, if it will fit. And if you have steel wheels, aluminum ones will certainly be lighter. Of course, all these things cost money, so it depends how much it bothers you.
i have aluminum wheels, will need to check in the morning what tires i bought (i bought the color not the brand, newbie mistake).
i guess when i mention the ride is rough its just on my butt and "twig & berries" which has to do with the Murry saddle and 27x1 1/4 tires. the ride is not that bad and as i get used to the riding position it gets better each time, except for my butt bones.
do the components add that much weight? wonder how much the crank weighs? it looks heavy. I almost won a carbon crankset on ebay it went for $57 and i told myself "dont waste time it will end up selling at $120" still kicking myself for not bidding higher. but yes all good things cost money and i dont know how much i want to throw into it as it runs darn good right now and i am allready thinking of just saving for a four season commuter. ive kept the "upgrade-itis" in check so far
