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Old 10-16-22, 09:03 PM
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Originally Posted by JohnDThompson
It depends on how fast you ride. Aerodynamics advantage increases with average speed; light weight advantage is independent of speed.
Agreed
I think above 20mph or so aerodynamics takes over (assuming no wind). If there is wind I think it drops.
Also, if you do lots of climbing, bike weight will matter more.

If it isn't competitive more weight = more exercise, so there is that too
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