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- Location
- Bournemouth, Dorset
How would you spend (upto) £1000 on upgrading a Spesh Tarmac Comp ?
Here's the current specs :
Frame: Specialized FACT 8r carbon, FACT IS construction,1 1/2" lower HS bearing, threaded BB
Fork: Specialized FACT carbon full monocoque, OS race for 1 1/2" bearing
Front Derailleur: Shimano 105
Rear Derailleur: Shimano 105
Shifters: Shimano 105 STI
Chainset: Shimano 105 53 x 39T
Cassette: Shimano 105, 10-speed, 11-28
Pedals: Speedplay Zero Stainless
Brakes: Shimano 105
Handlebars: Specialized Ergo 2014 alloy
Stem: Specialized Comp-Set, 3D forged alloy, 4-position adjustable
Wheels: Fulcrum Racing 6 (5 hubs, 7 rims)
Tyres: Michelin Krylion Carbon
Seatpost: Specialized Pro, FACT carbon with Zertz insert
Seat Binder: Forged alloy, 32.6mm
Weight: Approx. 19.06lbs (8.65kg) for the 58cm size (according to Evans website)
I would like to try and lose at least a couple of pounds for £1000...
The obvious place to start is with the wheels and tyres.
The 105 chainset is also quite heavy and I would prefer a compact for climbing the Purbecks so what are my options with replacing this with something lighter ?
Not sure I'd gain (lose) much by changing the bars / stem / seatpost ?
Any thoughts ?
If it makes any difference I am 185lbs although aiming to get this down to 175 by spring.
Here's the current specs :
Frame: Specialized FACT 8r carbon, FACT IS construction,1 1/2" lower HS bearing, threaded BB
Fork: Specialized FACT carbon full monocoque, OS race for 1 1/2" bearing
Front Derailleur: Shimano 105
Rear Derailleur: Shimano 105
Shifters: Shimano 105 STI
Chainset: Shimano 105 53 x 39T
Cassette: Shimano 105, 10-speed, 11-28
Pedals: Speedplay Zero Stainless
Brakes: Shimano 105
Handlebars: Specialized Ergo 2014 alloy
Stem: Specialized Comp-Set, 3D forged alloy, 4-position adjustable
Wheels: Fulcrum Racing 6 (5 hubs, 7 rims)
Tyres: Michelin Krylion Carbon
Seatpost: Specialized Pro, FACT carbon with Zertz insert
Seat Binder: Forged alloy, 32.6mm
Weight: Approx. 19.06lbs (8.65kg) for the 58cm size (according to Evans website)
I would like to try and lose at least a couple of pounds for £1000...
The obvious place to start is with the wheels and tyres.
The 105 chainset is also quite heavy and I would prefer a compact for climbing the Purbecks so what are my options with replacing this with something lighter ?
Not sure I'd gain (lose) much by changing the bars / stem / seatpost ?
Any thoughts ?
If it makes any difference I am 185lbs although aiming to get this down to 175 by spring.