Originally Posted by
SurlyLaika
I guess what I'm saying is the 50 grams taken off the bike by buying a carbon seat post for $70 seems like nothing compared to a single lb of dead weight on your own body. I know being lighter is better, in general. I meant to ask what is the most efficient way to shave weight and get faster, though. If you have the money to drop on carbon or titanium, by all means...but I personally don't have that kind of money and I just like some of my heavier components. No need to argue, I just want to hear different opinions on the topic. For you, it just seems to be a closed subject.
Nah- I didn't mean to come off like that, sorry if I did. I think the "weight weenie" stuff applies mainly to serious racers and just plain compulsive folks who like to giggle as they lift their bikes with their pinky fingers in front of their friends (guilty) :-b. But seriously- I think you already know the answer to your own question..It is obviously better for the rider to be fit and at the proper weight. I have seen a pretty drastic change in my weight since I got serious about this sport and it feels great. Taking a little time to research the right diet and nutrition is also key, no doubt. But I would think for now, if losing weight is your MO then you would want a heavier bike because it would work you harder therefore burning off more calories. Am I wrong?