OK, you guys are starting make a Speedplay believer out of me...
However, the weight issue still bugs me. Here's what I have for weights (per pair) for the X-2's: pedals 198 grams; cleats 126 grams; total 324 grams
For the frogs: pedals 250 grams; cleats 48 grams; total 298 grams
Another issue is price: the x-2's are $165; the frogs $125. If you want the X-1's with the Ti axle you've got to shell out $250. Campy Record pedals don't cost that much!
As far as the Performance SPD pedal/cleat weight goes, I will weigh them myself because I'm not so sure that the listed weight includes the cleat. 200 grams per pair pedal+cleat sound too good to be true.
I may end up buying the frogs after all....