Originally Posted by
RiceAWay
I start most seasons at 190 lbs and my riding weight is about 182 lbs. It takes months of hard riding to get that weight off and when I hit the right weight my riding improves dramatically. I have everything from steel to carbon fiber to aluminum to titanium bikes and have never notices any improvement in my riding from the weight of the bike within reason
yes. The most difference is anything that spins. Like wheels and this includes the chain, that when I tried this new lubricant oil that actually worked on it l was able to pedal up two hills dropping down a whole gear. I was amazed how much difference friction makes over time example a wheel that isnt quite true and rubs a little bit against one side of the brake pad. Being an experienced rider like yourself, I am sure you know what I mean.
