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Old 07-23-11 | 07:36 AM
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Originally Posted by bianchi10
I was using regular specialized tubes. bought a couple light weight specialized race tubes couple weeks ago and i couldn't believe the difference in weight in hand. after installing, I dont know if I can tell any difference or if its all mental (I'm sure its all mental), but saving a weight here...here and here can add up.
Especially when it comes down to cutting weight on rotational mass. In the hotrodders terminology we call that "unsprung weight" and it makes a difference in acceleration. If I cut weight anywhere it's going to be in tubes and tires first.....and it's the cheapest, other than around my waist.
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