Sold my midlevel bike....looking for a weight weenie bike now
10-11-07, 11:28 PM
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Sold my midlevel bike....looking for a weight weenie bike now
I sold my mountain bike and I currently ride a weak shimano sora roadbike. I've enjoyed cycling enough to put down the money for a weight weenie bike. It has to be carbon though, I see a lot of ti bikes that are light but I've always liked how carbon feels after a long day in the saddle. My budget is 3500, maybe as much as 4500k if that extra thousand will make a difference. I am trying to buy all used on ebay or craigslist so it may take a few months to get everything. Any suggestions would be helpful. I'm looking to go as light as I can for the money. My goal is at least 14.5lbs without pedals,water bottle cage for a size 55-56 bike
10-12-07, 03:06 AM
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[R3 or look] + record + lightweights + vittoria corsa CS = not much = big hole in pocket
10-12-07, 03:58 AM
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The Cervelo R3 SL or, carbon Soloist are popular choices where weight and pure performance are the key attributes being sought after.
10-12-07, 04:46 AM
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Might be bit big, but how about this?
https://cgi.ebay.com/New-2007-Kestrel...QQcmdZViewItem
https://cgi.ebay.com/New-2007-Kestrel...QQcmdZViewItem
10-12-07, 05:04 AM
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new vs. used
I've enjoyed cycling enough to put down the money for a weight weenie bike. It has to be carbon though, I see a lot of ti bikes that are light but I've always liked how carbon feels after a long day in the saddle. My budget is 3500, maybe as much as 4500k if that extra thousand will make a difference. I am trying to buy all used on ebay or craigslist so it may take a few months to get everything. Any suggestions would be helpful.
10-12-07, 05:33 AM
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Get just about whatever frame you like. Worry more about components and wheels, because that's where you'll save the most weight.
FWIW, my 58cm CAAD9 weighs in just under 16 lbs w/o pedals rolling on Rolf Elans and could lose a touch more with ZG brakes, Nokon cables and a new handlebar.
I think I wanted to spend about $3000 for my setup and ended up sinking over $4k into it pretty quickly, so remember whatever you budget will probably get pushed up once you get upgradeitis.
FWIW, my 58cm CAAD9 weighs in just under 16 lbs w/o pedals rolling on Rolf Elans and could lose a touch more with ZG brakes, Nokon cables and a new handlebar.
I think I wanted to spend about $3000 for my setup and ended up sinking over $4k into it pretty quickly, so remember whatever you budget will probably get pushed up once you get upgradeitis.
10-12-07, 06:08 AM
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Build this weight weenie.
Component Manufacturer Weight
Saddle AX-Lightness Phoenix 67
Seat Post Schmolke TLO 250 85
Bars Schmolke TLO 44 C to C 148
Bar Tape Cervélo 59
Fork THM Scapula Tuned w/ cap - Cut 245
Crank THM Clavicula 412
Chain Rings 50T/34T Carbon-Ti 98
Brake levers SRAM Force 334
Rear Derailleur SRAM Force 175
Front Derailleur SRAM Force 85
Cable/Housing Nokon 107
Front wheel HED Bastogne w/ Challenge tubulars 860
Rear wheel HED Bastogne w/ Challenge tubulars and
105 12-27 cassette 1390
Brakes Zero Gravity 0G07 174
Chain KMC X10 SL 223
Bottle Cages B-T-P 30
Pedals Speedplay zero w/ custom 45º Aluminum bowtie 143
Headset FSA Orbit IS Carbon 89
Headset Spacer FSA Carbon 10 mm 5
Stem Syntace F-99 103
Bolts Ti replacement bolts 2
Seat post clamp Cervélo 9
Frame Cervélo R3-SL 56 785
Total weight (in grams) 5628
You can't beat a R3-SL for frame weight. Although I figured out how to get my old 2001 Trek weighing in at 19.9lbs down to 14.1lbs by changing all but the headset, frame, and seatclamp.
Component Manufacturer Weight
Saddle AX-Lightness Phoenix 67
Seat Post Schmolke TLO 250 85
Bars Schmolke TLO 44 C to C 148
Bar Tape Cervélo 59
Fork THM Scapula Tuned w/ cap - Cut 245
Crank THM Clavicula 412
Chain Rings 50T/34T Carbon-Ti 98
Brake levers SRAM Force 334
Rear Derailleur SRAM Force 175
Front Derailleur SRAM Force 85
Cable/Housing Nokon 107
Front wheel HED Bastogne w/ Challenge tubulars 860
Rear wheel HED Bastogne w/ Challenge tubulars and
105 12-27 cassette 1390
Brakes Zero Gravity 0G07 174
Chain KMC X10 SL 223
Bottle Cages B-T-P 30
Pedals Speedplay zero w/ custom 45º Aluminum bowtie 143
Headset FSA Orbit IS Carbon 89
Headset Spacer FSA Carbon 10 mm 5
Stem Syntace F-99 103
Bolts Ti replacement bolts 2
Seat post clamp Cervélo 9
Frame Cervélo R3-SL 56 785
Total weight (in grams) 5628
You can't beat a R3-SL for frame weight. Although I figured out how to get my old 2001 Trek weighing in at 19.9lbs down to 14.1lbs by changing all but the headset, frame, and seatclamp.
Last edited by Soloist Assassin; 10-12-07 at 06:19 AM.
10-12-07, 06:37 AM
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Or replicate this build if you're a serious weight-weenie.
https://www.light-bikes.com/bikegalle...ing.asp?id=747
https://www.light-bikes.com/bikegalle...ing.asp?id=747
10-12-07, 06:47 AM
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IMHO, there's not a lot of difference between the top end bikes of the major manufacturers. Thus my approach would be to 1) set a price range you're willing to spend; 2) Identify the LBS's in your area that you like from a service point of view; 3) Test ride the bikes that those shops or shop carry in your price range, 4) Pick the one that fits best, feels best to you.
That said if you don't care about brand prestige, you should definitely consider Giant as one to test ride. Giant's can often be a good deal because the brand doesn't have cache, but they are also arguably the best in the world when it comes to manufacturing carbon fiber bicycles.
That said if you don't care about brand prestige, you should definitely consider Giant as one to test ride. Giant's can often be a good deal because the brand doesn't have cache, but they are also arguably the best in the world when it comes to manufacturing carbon fiber bicycles.
10-12-07, 06:51 AM
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Originally Posted by fff
Sold my midlevel bike....looking for a weight weenie bike now
10-12-07, 07:02 AM
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Check out some of the Fuji's. You can probably find a left over 2007 Team Issue in your price range. Without pedals they come in at a little over 15 pounds. Once you get below 15 pounds you get into some serious cash. My 14.2 pound bike would cost right around $8,000 (retail).
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10-12-07, 07:35 AM
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Or replicate this build if you're a serious weight-weenie.
https://www.light-bikes.com/bikegalle...ing.asp?id=747
https://www.light-bikes.com/bikegalle...ing.asp?id=747
10-12-07, 07:46 AM
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What size bike do you ride? I send you a PM with a weight weenie bike I have for sale...
I just purchased the Seven Elium SG. It is is a dream to ride....I feel like it is a true all arounder. As of two days ago, I rode a Scott CR1 for 'speedy' rides, and a 1985 Richard Sachs for Sundays cruises...the Elium appears to bridge the gap as it is less compact than the Scott but weighs a mere 15lbs with pedals and cages...
So, for all of you looking for the Elium, I give it 2 thumbs up!
AC
I just purchased the Seven Elium SG. It is is a dream to ride....I feel like it is a true all arounder. As of two days ago, I rode a Scott CR1 for 'speedy' rides, and a 1985 Richard Sachs for Sundays cruises...the Elium appears to bridge the gap as it is less compact than the Scott but weighs a mere 15lbs with pedals and cages...
So, for all of you looking for the Elium, I give it 2 thumbs up!
AC
Last edited by acastell; 10-12-07 at 10:54 AM.
10-12-07, 08:28 AM
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Throw the stick!!!!
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10-12-07, 10:55 AM
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LowCel...as you can see from my Junior Status, I am not a big post/user...but with the new bike, I got the urge to read through the forums...anyway, I did use the PM and edited my post accordingly...
10-12-07, 10:58 AM
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Throw the stick!!!!
Thank ya.
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