Originally Posted by
Talldog
In comparison, the 7.5FX weighs 23.5 pounds. Lighter is always better, no matter what anyone says to the contrary.
My coworker weighed my Trek 7.5FX with disk at almost 26 lbs (with Shimano M520 pedals). While it's heavy, my road bike weighed in at 23+ lbs and it rides a lot faster. Drop bars and narrower bars make for a riding position that is more aero.