Want to save $1000 or more on your next bike buy?
07-31-11, 09:29 AM
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Funny. Nice car that FIT - wrong forum though.
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You should start a poll and find out who is actually going to go through this process before their next bike purchase. It's gonna be awesome!
I'll go first!
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NO, I will not!
I'll go first!
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NO, I will not!
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07-31-11, 09:37 AM
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What happens when you are less than 140lbs like me? Guess I need a 50lb bike to make it fair.
You are paying for more than the weight of the bike. Components are better, frame material is stiffer/lighter, and everything will be a bit nicer.
If you want to just straight up get a cheap bike that is decently light, get it used, go to bikesdirect.com or neuvationcycling.com and then you won't have to lose as much weight and you saved money.
You are paying for more than the weight of the bike. Components are better, frame material is stiffer/lighter, and everything will be a bit nicer.
If you want to just straight up get a cheap bike that is decently light, get it used, go to bikesdirect.com or neuvationcycling.com and then you won't have to lose as much weight and you saved money.
I did all your suggested moves -
lost weight,
bought a vintage bike,
am currently waiting for delivery of a Motobecane from BD.
All worthwhile stuff!
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07-31-11, 09:45 AM
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If this system worked, you could lose 10 pounds and pedal a 26 pound bike around, then if you drop another 50 pounds you could ride a 75 pound bike around. So if I loose 100 pounds, I will weigh 94 pounds and should be able to attach some pedals to my Harley, sell my road bikes, and pocket 7 or 8k..I'm dieting as of now!
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Hey, here is a great idea.
You will save a few hundred on not buying the lighter bike.
Ride Naked!
That will drop a pound or so plus save a couple of hundred dollars on jerseys and shorts!
You will save a few hundred on not buying the lighter bike.
Ride Naked!
That will drop a pound or so plus save a couple of hundred dollars on jerseys and shorts!
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Then there is those of us who can't lose any more weight and be healthy. I've been running for 10 years 60+ miles a week and got into biking last year and I literally cannot drop any weight, even if I tried (and I have). It also has to be good weight. Water weight is a BAD weight loss technique.
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However, the "higher end" components, besides being lighter, can often provide better performance.
Same goes for better components, drivetrain, etc.
So I respectfully disagree with your premise.
So I respectfully disagree with your premise.
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07-31-11, 10:29 AM
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There probably would be very few. Discipline is not very popular with the majority of people - that's what makes it special. Ask Lance!
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Then there is those of us who can't lose any more weight and be healthy. I've been running for 10 years 60+ miles a week and got into biking last year and I literally cannot drop any weight, even if I tried (and I have). It also has to be good weight. Water weight is a BAD weight loss technique.
07-31-11, 10:37 AM
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If this system worked, you could lose 10 pounds and pedal a 26 pound bike around, then if you drop another 50 pounds you could ride a 75 pound bike around. So if I loose 100 pounds, I will weigh 94 pounds and should be able to attach some pedals to my Harley, sell my road bikes, and pocket 7 or 8k..I'm dieting as of now!
07-31-11, 10:37 AM
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It's called an analogy. Think about it.
And while you're telling us how to live our lives, should I have chicken, potatoes, and a salad for dinner or go with the vegetarian pasta also with a salad? I don't think I can go shopping until I hear back from you.
And while you're telling us how to live our lives, should I have chicken, potatoes, and a salad for dinner or go with the vegetarian pasta also with a salad? I don't think I can go shopping until I hear back from you.
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Ah, I have heard about that before!
You have a slight misconception about this thread. We are sharing ideas, and nobody is trying to tell you what to do. You can take it or leave it, the idea was simply to make you think about it. Your thoughts are invited, as long as they are constructive. No sarcasm or controversy is sought here.
And while you're telling us how to live our lives,...should I have chicken, potatoes, and a salad for dinner or go with the vegetarian pasta also with a salad? I don't think I can go shopping until I hear back from you.
07-31-11, 11:11 AM
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You have a slight misconception about this thread. We are sharing ideas, and nobody is trying to tell you what to do. You can take it or leave it, the idea was simply to make you think about it. Your thoughts are invited, as long as they are constructive. No sarcasm or controversy is sought here.
The effect on weight on performance has been quantified and discussed ad nauseum. I see nothing new here. As to how important that change in performance is and what impact the associated cost has, well that depends on the individual and all the particulars of their life which we have no way of knowing and certainly can't be generalized. Hence, we're back to telling people what they should have for dinner.
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Are you being intentionally obtuse, or are you really this dense? I'm pointing out the fundamental flaw in your reasoning - you claim that you can be $1000 ahead of the game by buying a heavier bike and losing body weight. I'm pointing out that buying the lighter bike doesn't preclude you from losing that same weight, so the weight advantage of the more expensive bike still holds.
Whether or not it's sought, the sarcasm is warranted.
Whether or not it's sought, the sarcasm is warranted.
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Let's keep it respectful, folks. You can disagree without getting personal or derisive. 
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If you expected to find a marketing ploy in this thread I have to disappoint you, or maybe relieve you.
I am not trying to sell you or point out a special sale.
What I am trying to get across is that it is quite simple to save that much money on the purchase of a top level bike. Independent of sale specials!
For argument's sake lets say that a quality road bike that weighs 2lbs less than the next model may cost you an extra $800 to $1000.
If one 180lb rider bought a 24lb bike for $3000 the total weight of bike and rider is 204lbs.
If the same rider went on a low-carb diet for a month and dropped 2lbs in weight (which is real easy to do over 4 weeks, and will stay off!) he could buy a 26lb bike for $2000, at a $1000 saving.
These numbers may be arbitrary, but that is not the issue, and hopefully, you still get the point.
I am not trying to sell you or point out a special sale.
What I am trying to get across is that it is quite simple to save that much money on the purchase of a top level bike. Independent of sale specials!
For argument's sake lets say that a quality road bike that weighs 2lbs less than the next model may cost you an extra $800 to $1000.
If one 180lb rider bought a 24lb bike for $3000 the total weight of bike and rider is 204lbs.
If the same rider went on a low-carb diet for a month and dropped 2lbs in weight (which is real easy to do over 4 weeks, and will stay off!) he could buy a 26lb bike for $2000, at a $1000 saving.
These numbers may be arbitrary, but that is not the issue, and hopefully, you still get the point.