Originally Posted by
CAT7RDR
Unless you are racing, what is the issue over weight?
I'm a bigger guy, I would want a heavier duty frame and wheelset that would weigh more.
Myself, for example, I've got old injuries where having to heft around a heavier bike can get problematic. The difference of a half dozen pounds on a daily-used bike can make quite a bit of difference. A lighter bike can strain the injury areas less ... a
really big deal, for some injuries.
"Weight-weenie" stuff is a whole other kettle of fish.