2-3 mph increase in speed for about 200 grams saved? So, figure a 17lb bike and a rider weight of 140-170 lbs and you think 200g saved will increase the speed of an object weighing around 170ish pounds? I'll need actual data.
Tim
Agreed… although the psychologic benefits of lighter bike parts can’t be dismissed. If knowing that you’re running lighter wheels helps your ‘engine’ run faster the end result could possibly be something like this.
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2-3 mph increase in speed for about 200 grams saved? So, figure a 17lb bike and a rider weight of 140-170 lbs and you think 200g saved will increase the speed of an object weighing around 170ish pounds? I'll need actual data.
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