Yes, the only mountain bike I own currently is my V2 (my V1 is doing commuter duty) and it’s a single speed.
I’ve pedaled some heavy multi-speed bikes this year, and some relatively lightweight ones as well but not to the same extent on one bike.
I’d say riding a \#1FG bike (which I’m not an evangelist of - but you should totally try it) is about varying effort rather than varying gearing but the actual effect/lack of effect from dropping weight in terms of speed/efficiency boost is probably similar?
It’s an interesting thought.
Counter point re. rigid/short travel/hardtail is that heavier wheels do help calm the bike down and keep it planted.
Oct. 26, 2021, 7:13 a.m. - Andrew Major
Yes, the only mountain bike I own currently is my V2 (my V1 is doing commuter duty) and it’s a single speed. I’ve pedaled some heavy multi-speed bikes this year, and some relatively lightweight ones as well but not to the same extent on one bike. I’d say riding a \#1FG bike (which I’m not an evangelist of - but you should totally try it) is about varying effort rather than varying gearing but the actual effect/lack of effect from dropping weight in terms of speed/efficiency boost is probably similar? It’s an interesting thought. Counter point re. rigid/short travel/hardtail is that heavier wheels do help calm the bike down and keep it planted.