Originally Posted by invisiblehand
The 2003 KHS Westwood specifications state that it is 29.7 lbs. CroMo frame. Dual chainring front derailer. 20" wheels.
The FS Downtube is ~28 lbs. Aluminum frame. 8 sp rear derailer with a 9sp option. 20" wheels.
There are a lot of specifics ... folding size, folding pedals, and so on.
With delivery, the DT is about $350. The Westwood is $400.
I belive the Westwood weight is not far off, however I recently rode a stock Swift and the weight was not 22lbs, and the Speed 7 is documented at 27.1lbs, however Consumer Reports weighed it in at 30lbs. Our weights are bike minus pedals and saddle which is standard, how the others document weight is interesting at best.
Thanks,
Yan