Lightest Frame for Fixed Gear
08-06-06 | 09:37 AM
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Originally Posted by buro9
You could always get a custom made Titanium thing if you want to be a weight weenie but have it still look a little tradictional, or go for a Look 496 if you want the modern ultra-light thing: https://www.lookcycle.com/v3/fiche.ph...urches&lang=en
"496 TRACK
Weight
2,340 kg with fork "
Damn, I think that literally that frame would make a dandy boat anchor.
08-06-06 | 09:44 AM
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Originally Posted by operator
1.7lbs. World's lightest production frame. White industries eno hub and good to go.
K we're done.
08-06-06 | 03:13 PM
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I think the reason you don't see super light fixed frames are that most fixed frames are built for the track, where stiffness is more important than weight. If i recall, the minimum weight for the TdF is about 16lbs, so thats where most of the top of the line road bikes fall.
As for frames, with the exception of the few listed here, usually fixed+road geometry+light weight = Custom.
As for frames, with the exception of the few listed here, usually fixed+road geometry+light weight = Custom.
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08-06-06 | 03:19 PM
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That pista concept must be an uber light frame as the wheels weight in a 2000g!
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08-06-06 | 06:57 PM
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Originally Posted by 0-20 in 5 Sec
Nice job in getting rid of the vertical drop-outs. I guess you could make a custom litespeed, but the Ghisallo is more flexy than a bike made of jello.
08-08-06 | 12:04 AM
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I'm not sure which c'dale frame you mean, but i picked up one of these:
at helen's cycles in santa monica and was amazed by how light it felt. I would guess about 12lbs without pedals.
at helen's cycles in santa monica and was amazed by how light it felt. I would guess about 12lbs without pedals.
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