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Post by bigjuggla on Sept 18, 2006 17:57:42 GMT -6
Ok gear heads.
I have a question. I just bought a Trek Fuel EX7 and the weight is exactly 30lb. It is a little on the heavy side and I would like to get it down to 27.
I was thinking about changing a few things in the next year or so. I know I can get lighter handle bars, seat post, and stem, but I was wondering what would make the biggest diference in weight. I am not sure how much the stock components weight as of now. I know XTR is light and I can save weight there, but lets face it who has that kind of money. I am just trying to find out what I should upgrade first to take off the most weight with the cheapest price tag.
Any suggestions?
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Post by nortonvillephil on Sept 18, 2006 19:49:39 GMT -6
Perhaps a lighter saddle. Or just take it off and throw it away. ;D. Seriously. Drill holes in all the components. That is cheap. You don't need a computer. Light wheels and tires are probably going to make a big difference also. I know, I know, I'm a smart alleck! Phil
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Post by davidh on Sept 19, 2006 7:47:49 GMT -6
lighter saddle, tires and tubes are always the cheapest way. Definately lighter tires and tubes. 3lbs off a MTB is a tall order but at least half that can be taken off with the right tire and tube combination.
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Post by fotografer on Sept 19, 2006 14:45:29 GMT -6
also when considering lighter tires and tubes, take into consideration that lighter usually means thinner, therefore more susceptible to thorn and pinch flatts, though strict adhesion to proper tire pressure will help to counteract this problem as with any tire. I would sacrifice a few grams for more reliable tubes any day.
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Post by davidh on Sept 19, 2006 14:49:08 GMT -6
I use latex tubes and they are less prone to pinch flats.
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Post by michaelwatts on Sept 26, 2006 8:02:19 GMT -6
Ok, you just bought one of the hottest bike on the market and your already to change things. BULL! Save your self some $$ and get out and train your body to ride like a wild man. Generally you will never notice 3 lbs unless you weigh like 110 lbs and look like the skeleton boy. I have EX 9 yeah it was a little on the weighty side "so I thought" until I started noticing I was so much faster on this bike than my old Giant. That one being one of the lightest MTB bikes I'd ever seen. I'm talking a 6 lb difference. The EX fuels fly like the wind!! So do your self a favor and enjoy what you got. Then in time if you still fill the urge to spend some $$ on it, get you a really nice wheel set. Rotational weight is the greatest weight savings of all.
Cheer's
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Post by David Rose on Sept 26, 2006 14:23:30 GMT -6
its not nesecessarly net weight.. but the ride weight as mike talked about.
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Post by fotografer on Sept 26, 2006 18:37:54 GMT -6
or u could just file the threads off ur valve stems....that could save u like an entire gram per wheel!
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Post by bigjuggla on Oct 4, 2006 20:15:02 GMT -6
Shaving the threads is a great idea, lol.
I know what you mean when you say ride weight. So far I have had great luck with this bike. It shifts great, jumps well, and climbs like a goat. 30lb isn't obese for a trail bike and I should train harder and develop my skills and not worry about the bike, like you said Michael. I did think about changing the wheel sets, but I don't want to spend a lot on it. I have very limited experience with higher end products and can’t really tell a difference in them other than the price and a few grams.
I know Mavic is good and I have heard good things about American Classic. Anything else I could consider.
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Post by michaelwatts on Oct 5, 2006 8:12:04 GMT -6
In time you could replace the handle bars & seat post to carbon. This has two effects softens the ride and lightens the bike. Very little at a time. You could go tubeless. Just make sure you use plenty of Stans.
Good luck!!
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