Firstly a big hello to everyone, stumbled on this excellant website and am now hooked.

I have a 2001 Trek 8500 and would like to shave some weight of it and was wondering if anyone can recommend anything to do.

I am replacing the current SID XC 1436g
with a PACE RC31 Carbon Rigid Fork 695g saving 741g

And the seat post Bontrager Race 275g
with a USE Alein Carbon 143g saving 132g

And the tyres bontrager super x kevlar f519 r 559
with Continental Twister Supersonic 370g same front and rear saving 338g

These small things will save 2.66lbs or 1211g I have already changed the seat for a flight titanium translap.

So any ideas not sure what the weight of the bike is to start with prob around 23.5lbs, would like to get below 20lbs

Thanks

Paul

are u playing mtb xc or road ?

mainly road but occasional xc,thats why the suspension is going want a responsive bike.

Thanks

...if you're going to be using it mainly as a road bike, why not use a road frame and wheels?

Then you could keep the Trek with suspension for any off-roading. Otherwise you have to compromise on weight/efficiency when you're on the tarmac and comfort/control when you're on the dirt.

Just an idea.

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is an idea but dont think using road wheels and frame would stand up to bunny hops and drop offs

...do you have many drop offs in the road where you live?

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yeah i live on a building site! No seriously you know little drop offs like 3 or 4 high stairs nothing massive, but something you would'nt do on a road bike if you see what I mean. When I said mainly road use I should have said I also go on little dirts trails aswell this take out the option of a road bike.

Thanks