What is considered a "light" bike?
06-02-18, 11:26 PM
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Because folks who say, 'what, there's no problem here' are functionally identical to arsonists.
06-03-18, 01:40 AM
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No it's not that actually. Actually it's people who functionally cannot accept the facts that there are multipl possible how answerrs. That is what that is about. I've stopped discussing this with you because you are one of those people that only accepts your answer as the right answer.
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06-03-18, 05:46 AM
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On a related note. What would you (anyone) expect a $7500 bike to weigh?
I am trying to decide on the specs for a build. I haven't done this since 2000 and am surprised that the bikes are not much lighter then my current bike from 2000.
Maybe my expectations are to high but having a hard time justifying it.
I realize discs would make a difference.
I am trying to decide on the specs for a build. I haven't done this since 2000 and am surprised that the bikes are not much lighter then my current bike from 2000.
Maybe my expectations are to high but having a hard time justifying it.
I realize discs would make a difference.
06-03-18, 06:31 AM
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I don't give a stuff if you only ride aluminium; that's your prerogative. But I'm free to scoff at your prescriptions for everyone else.
06-03-18, 07:00 AM
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That's a complete misinterpretation of everything that I said, but it doesn't surprise me at all coming from you.
06-03-18, 07:02 AM
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Whether a bike is a light one is all about context and who you ask. If you're asking from casual curiosity and don't really care about a pound or two, a lower end or even mid-range road bike is light if it weighs around 20 pounds.
06-03-18, 08:34 AM
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On a related note. What would you (anyone) expect a $7500 bike to weigh?
I am trying to decide on the specs for a build. I haven't done this since 2000 and am surprised that the bikes are not much lighter then my current bike from 2000.
Maybe my expectations are to high but having a hard time justifying it.
I realize discs would make a difference.
I am trying to decide on the specs for a build. I haven't done this since 2000 and am surprised that the bikes are not much lighter then my current bike from 2000.
Maybe my expectations are to high but having a hard time justifying it.
I realize discs would make a difference.
Things are also generally more aerodynamic, more integrated, and have more proprietary parts. All bump up the price tag without dumping much weight.
But there's still some lightweight offerings. An Emonda SLR 6 is currently $4,099 and 14.5 lbs in a 56. . A Felt AR 2 is around $6000, but is focused much more on aero and would be closer to 16.
You can get a Canyon Ultimate or Aeroroad for around 5000-6000, though, and they'll be in the 14-15.5 lb range.
I built up a sub 2k bike that's also sub 16 lbs. I only build up bikes at this point. I'd have to replace too many things on a stock bike.
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06-03-18, 06:00 PM
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Even when adopted in in 2000 the UCI rule was motivated as much by cost containment, as safety, reliability concerns. (i.e. even in 2000 you could build a safe reliable 6kg bike, but it would cost a lot to outfit a 30 rider team with them.
I'm north of 90kg, and my everyday bike is south of 6kg.
The UCI rule is seriously outdated.
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06-05-18, 04:32 PM
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06-05-18, 04:37 PM
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06-05-18, 05:07 PM
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Depends on the bike. Wheels are generally heavier as they're much wider than they were back in 2000. A pair of tubular Zipp 303s would be under 1100 grams, and 404s around 1250. Now they're 150-200 grams heavier across the board, as so many wheels are 25+mm wide versus the older 20-21mm.
Things are also generally more aerodynamic, more integrated, and have more proprietary parts. All bump up the price tag without dumping much weight.
But there's still some lightweight offerings. An Emonda SLR 6 is currently $4,099 and 14.5 lbs in a 56. . A Felt AR 2 is around $6000, but is focused much more on aero and would be closer to 16.
You can get a Canyon Ultimate or Aeroroad for around 5000-6000, though, and they'll be in the 14-15.5 lb range.
I built up a sub 2k bike that's also sub 16 lbs. I only build up bikes at this point. I'd have to replace too many things on a stock bike.
Things are also generally more aerodynamic, more integrated, and have more proprietary parts. All bump up the price tag without dumping much weight.
But there's still some lightweight offerings. An Emonda SLR 6 is currently $4,099 and 14.5 lbs in a 56. . A Felt AR 2 is around $6000, but is focused much more on aero and would be closer to 16.
You can get a Canyon Ultimate or Aeroroad for around 5000-6000, though, and they'll be in the 14-15.5 lb range.
I built up a sub 2k bike that's also sub 16 lbs. I only build up bikes at this point. I'd have to replace too many things on a stock bike.
The Trek and Felt look like good bikes but not exactly what I want. I strongly considered Canyon but don't want to go that route for a few reasons.
So, I can build a bike, a little more Aero then mine (yet the frame is a little lighter), with Aero handlebars and wheels (both a little heavier then current), and be about 1/2 lb lighter.
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On a related note. What would you (anyone) expect a $7500 bike to weigh?
I am trying to decide on the specs for a build. I haven't done this since 2000 and am surprised that the bikes are not much lighter then my current bike from 2000.
Maybe my expectations are to high but having a hard time justifying it.
I realize discs would make a difference.
I am trying to decide on the specs for a build. I haven't done this since 2000 and am surprised that the bikes are not much lighter then my current bike from 2000.
Maybe my expectations are to high but having a hard time justifying it.
I realize discs would make a difference.
06-06-18, 04:38 AM
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What is considered a "light" bike?
I've had plenty of people tell me about how super lightweight their brother in laws (or such) fancy bike is. They always mention how they could lift it with two fingers, (demonstrating with their fingers out) so I'm pretty sure this is the standard measurement for a "light" bike. 
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This, in the context of all bikes built for road use. Even in the context of racing (where light bikes are de rigeur and 20 lbs is considered quite heavy), I'd say that anything under the UCI minimum would more properly be called "super light."
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On a related note. What would you (anyone) expect a $7500 bike to weigh?
I am trying to decide on the specs for a build. I haven't done this since 2000 and am surprised that the bikes are not much lighter then my current bike from 2000.
Maybe my expectations are to high but having a hard time justifying it.
I realize discs would make a difference.
I am trying to decide on the specs for a build. I haven't done this since 2000 and am surprised that the bikes are not much lighter then my current bike from 2000.
Maybe my expectations are to high but having a hard time justifying it.
I realize discs would make a difference.
06-06-18, 07:19 AM
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My lightest is 54cm at 6.8kg running weight with Look pedals and resin cages. For my tastes I don't think i'd pursue building a bike lighter than that in the future. I love climbing on this bike but my heavier builds have better feels with a wind factor present and are much more stable and confidence inspiring on descents.
06-06-18, 08:22 AM
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Chill bro... What I "basically" said, is what I "actually" posted. I just wanted to get a consensus of what normal people are happy with before I start getting weird about saving weight... Don't turn this into a thing... I like being involved with the forum and am happy to be here. Thank you for your comments, I hope you have a fantastic day... I know I will.
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I've had plenty of people tell me about how super lightweight their brother in laws (or such) fancy bike is. They always mention how they could lift it with two fingers, (demonstrating with their fingers out) so I'm pretty sure this is the standard measurement for a "light" bike.
A "light" bike is any bike lighter than the one you currently ride.
Spend less time worrying about the weight of your bike and more time riding your bike.
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