I think most recreational cyclist have fallen victim to the "marketing" of weight.
Manufacturers use weight as a competitive comparison ... furthering the idea that lighter = better. In other words, they demonstrate the superiority of their product simply by being lighter. Why choose theire Pedal X when our Pedal Y is lighter? Unfortunately, we often take their measurements as evidence of superiority, although if you held a 200g seatpost in your left hand and a 250g seatpost in your right hand, it would be difficult to tell the difference. We agree with RBW ... superior durability and quality is much more valuable than a few ounces of weight. Before weight, we should consider materials. A recent example: A customer was interested in Moots titanium seatpost, but opted for an equally high-end carbon fiber post because it weighed less. Unfortunately, he wouldn't listen to the more sensible argument that the Moots post will last forever ... overtighten it in the repair stand, crash the bike, hit it with a hammer, it won't matter. And it goes without saying that most recreational cyclists (myself included) should lose a few pounds off their waistline before wringing their hands over a few ounces on their bicycles. I know that I am preaching to the Choir, but it feels good to put my two cents out there ... Bryan @ Renaissance Bicycles www.RenaissanceBicycles.com --~--~---------~--~----~------------~-------~--~----~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to [email protected] To unsubscribe from this group, send email to [email protected] For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~----------~----~----~----~------~----~------~--~---
