Originally Posted by
FlashUNC
I've never understood the weight obsession, particularly with a component that I'd trade heft for knowing it'll actually work when I desperately need it to.
+1
Having used some crappy non weight-weenie brakes that have gotten me into trouble more than once, I don't understand why someone would compromise stopping power for such a tiny weight saving.
It really does come down to the fact that there are two types of cyclist. Those that ride their bikes to get fitter and faster, and those who buy bicycles to pose with at the local cafe. I'll take fitness and cycling "ability" over "bling" and fancy bicycle parts any day of the week.