"My opinion/theory is that people are drawn to these bikes because they are lighter and pedal better."
The thing is, once a shorter travel bike gets "upgraded" with a Fox 36, big brakes, burly wheels, maxxgrip tires, etc. the weight advantage is gone and the pedaling is only marginally better than a bigger bike. I don't see the point, honestly. Keep the light bike light, and if that isn't possible get a bigger bike.
Feb. 22, 2021, 10:16 a.m. - Timer
"My opinion/theory is that people are drawn to these bikes because they are lighter and pedal better." The thing is, once a shorter travel bike gets "upgraded" with a Fox 36, big brakes, burly wheels, maxxgrip tires, etc. the weight advantage is gone and the pedaling is only marginally better than a bigger bike. I don't see the point, honestly. Keep the light bike light, and if that isn't possible get a bigger bike.