Originally Posted by
Flatballer
The lightest set of pedals/cleats/shoes that I could find is over 2 lbs. I think I see where we need to start losing weight next. Come to think of it, is the seat really necessary? What good is a rear brake? You could steer from the stem and lose all the weight of the handlebars....

Look harder:
Aerolite Titanium pedals = 75 grams.
Aerolite cleats = <50 grams.
Simmons custom shoes = ~180 grams for a size 43.
FRP Titanium bolts = 5 grams.
That is 310 grams for shoes, pedals and cleats, or .68 pounds.