Originally Posted by
FlashBazbo
If you're really looking to reduce weight, be sure to "weigh" your options -- literally. My Checkpoint SL, as built, weighs in at about 22 pounds (in contrast to what Trek's website would have me expect). Just because it's carbon doesn't mean it's light. The bike has a TON of added features (mounts, Isospeed, adjustable dropouts, skid plates, etc., etc.) and every one of them adds a little weight.
I'm sure the 21.17 lbs Trek quoted for the 56cm is sans pedals and bottle cages. I am happy they are publishing something-- a lot of bike companies won't publish anything.