actually this bike already has close to a grand in it. it's a decent bike parts wise. it's just so heavy. and the cranks are square taper and bottomed out because i didn't use a torque wrench. they're wonky and they creek now. i was thinking of using truvative stylo 3.3 cranks as they're only $177 for 820grams. i probably will replace the cranks and tires anyway, and i figure it's about time i finally went clipless. i figure this change up will drop me 5lbs at least (tires, pedals, cranks, shoes).

if only i could mount a rack to this frame. sigh.