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.
My 54cm SL6 weighs 20.5 lbs with my shimano SPD/SL road pedals. I haven't bought MTB pedals/shoes yet. Just moving over from being a dedicated roadie.
John