Originally Posted by
Jarrett2
You're right, that is almost 3 lbs.
I guess disc brakes + Di2 + relaxed geometry + accessories that attempt to make carbon comfortable = mo heavy.
That supports my usual advice.
If you want a light, stiff, uncomfortable, race bike where every gram matters as to where you will place on race day, go carbon.
If you want a comfortable recreational bike, go steel.
As another point of reference, my Domane 5.9 Mechanical in size 56 is just a little over 16 pounds with Garmin 510, speedplay pedals, and CF cages. And I'm sure that steel bike (as awesome as it is) is going to tip well over 19 pounds with that (necessary EDIT: Ok, a Garmin is not necessary) stuff added. And another point of reference: my Bianchi middle-high end 1990 Columbus SLX frame built with ~2010 Campy Centaur, Ritchey carbon fork, and 32 spoke Open Pro wheels was just over 21 pounds ready to ride. I definitely could have gotten that one lighter.
There is definitely a weight penalty for Di2+discs. However, it's generally worth it to those who enjoy electronic shifting and hydraulic discs.