Originally Posted by
terrymorse
Yes, pros are riding faster than ever before, and it's because they are riding heavier bikes. Nothing else has changed in recent years that could possibly explain the speed increase.
Makes perfect sense.
The technology to reach the 6.8 kg limit on pro bikes was reached years ago, but pro teams trying to win bike races by being fastest to the finish line are purposely using heavier bikes because of reasons.
Makes perfect sense.