Originally Posted by
ryan_rides
I know they have weight but my frinds with their S-works Tarmac's bikes weigh sub 16lbs... My previous Track bike weighed 17lbs on the dot. My Allez weighs atleast 20lbs which is heavy as hell. It's an aluminium frame with a full carbon fork. The components are heavy. Facts. I weigh 180lbs. I was 190 almost 3 months ago. The rotating weight and the rolling resistance is a lot and I can feel it. I would understand If I had a steel road bike but I don't.
My bike carbon aero bike weighs just under 20 lbs. I win p/1/2 races on it.
Weight really isn't a deal breaker when compared to other factors, especially when it comes to dollars to speed.
Get a powermeter if you're serious about getting fast.