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@ChainBreaker
I have been pondering over an idea for some time...
Geared riders try to build up lighter bikes (weight weenies), but because a lot of the bikes that are FG/SS are based on track bikes or are OTP city monstrosities, we tend not to concentrate on weight. Im not saying the bikes aren't light, but its not really something that is concentrated on. And yet the one of the things spouted about FG/SS bikes is that they are inherently light, but how light?
Im looking to build a Weight Weenie long distance fixed bike. An 'as light as possible' bike that I can use safely (since im not the lightest of people, this must be considered).
I know Im going to be told that I should lose some weight, take a shit before a ride, ride more, but truthfully, this is a project for the fun of it. I am looking for advice, and guidance, from the people of the forum with the experience.
Some of you will know these but I think it would be good to have this
So far I have found some interesting sites such as
Weight Weenies
Posh bikes
ExtraLite
Problems:
Im finding it difficult to find weights for different frames.
Ultra light cranksets for FG/SS (single 1/8 chainring)
I would like this bike to have bull horns but i cant find ultra light bull horns like my FSA K-wing Compacts drops.
Please note, that I dont have anything at this point. But hopefully with some guidance, I will aquire the bits and slowly build a true weight weenie fixed bike.