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Old 01-24-06, 01:05 PM
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Originally Posted by 2Rodies
What Rad said. I just dropped 14oz off my race wheel tire combo and yes I can really tell the difference. Bottom line is to lose 3+ lbs off your bike isn't going to be cheap, upwards of $1k for the same money you could probably hire a coach for most of 1 year and that will make you a much faster rider.
You got that right. My IF ti frame weighs 3 1/2 pounds and I use Kysyrium wheels and Zero Gravity brakes and Im still only down to just under 18 pounds. The rest is Dura Ace with Easton EC90 seatpost. Losing more will be expensive for sure.
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