New Cervelo PX series (5) Weight thoughts !
Yes.
Or…
Why don’t you try giving us your thoughts to start the discussion… Instead of just lobbing a half-assed thread into the forum?
I’m sure that they do weigh something.
Hi Jason
Thanks for your response.
My thoughts are:
How sad and meaningless your life has to be to become a Slowtwitch Troll.
Cheers
I’ve got the new PX3, might not be the bike you asked about, but close enough. It is noticeably heavier than my old 2016 BMC TM01. Some of that may be due to the weight distribution, so it does “feel” heavier when you pick it up by the frame.
It appears he’s known for it. Or at least does it a fair amount from what I’ve seen.
Personally, the weight of new series of Cervelo TT bikes doesn’t matter to me. Or matters little. They’ll weigh a fair amount, but be ridiculously aerodynamic. They also have a fair amount of integration, storage, and fit a wide-ish range of body shapes. That all seems like a win to me!
If you’re looking for the lightest Cervelo TT bike, why not go for the P5D?
I think it depends on what you are looking for. If you like the integration of the bike and you can handle what may be a bit heavier bike (it used to be described by some people as ‘tank’) then I think you are good particularly if you are stronger rider. I like the ease of travel with the P5X bar, and I remember reading that Ben Hoffman rides the P3X with the P5X bar for that reason. You might want to also consider whether you are a long distance or middle distance athlete. If you are primarily a middle distance athlete you might want to look into the P5, but if you are long distance athlete then the P3X or P5X may better (although Anne Haug rode the P5 for Kona). If you get an opportunity take the bike for a spin before buying. If you get on it and you feel ‘damn this thing is heavy’ trust your instincts and find another bike. If you get on either of them and think ‘damn this is sweet’ then its probably the bike for you (of course make sure the bike can fit you). Just remember you may have an extra kilo or two in nutrition if its a long distance race and no matter how aero the bike is, you still need to push that weight (and we are not even talking if you have a truly aero position and can hold it for the bike leg). Sorry about the thesis…in the end its your money and if you like the bike, try it and if you still like afterwards…who cares about the weight, just get it.
That’s a very good explanation!
Hi Jason
Thanks for your response.
My thoughts are:
How sad and meaningless your life has to be to become a Slowtwitch Troll.
Cheers
Me, a troll. (looks up at bridge). Nope, not me.
seriously, not a troll, just a semi-sarcastic and slightly obtuse way of asking you to more clearly explain what you are wanting to discuss. that’s an incredibly vague OP that could go in about a bazillion directions, most of which wouldn’t be of any interest to you.
It appears he’s known for it. Or at least does it a fair amount from what I’ve seen.
?
huh???
It appears he’s known for it. Or at least does it a fair amount from what I’ve seen.
?
huh???
Don’t pretent you don’t know what he’s talking about!
… {theatrical pause}…
/pink
It appears he’s known for it. Or at least does it a fair amount from what I’ve seen.
?
huh???
Don’t pretent you don’t know what he’s talking about!
… {theatrical pause}…
/pink
IT WAS JUST THAT ONE TIME!!!
He isn’t “known for itâ€. Jason has an established history of contributing to this forum. You’ve been on here a month. C’mon.
It wasn’t a good OP. I still don’t know what was being asked. Jason’s response was proportional and light hearted.
If anything, I wondered initially if the OP was trolling!
Figure it ooot.
It’s that straightforward Maritimer style. Other People just don’t get it. Kind of like garlic fingers and Donairs.
On topic, the bikes trade aero and adjustability against weight and good looks. Evaluate against your needs.
Not sure the new one but I’ve a P5x that weighs almost the same as my old Trek SC.
Almost as in 150g close.
Yes I’ve fitted a dash combo but still have more storage and adjustability for that difference. And packs easier.
Regarding speed, the p5x feels easier to maintain at higher speeds. Aerodynamic effect. Or psychological.
Both similar weights. Both top bikes. Both top aerodynamics.
Plus, weight means sweet f a in triathlon bike legs unless a real climbing one like lanza.
But basically, buy the bike you love.
A few hundred grams here, a kilo there means nothing. Heck you could prob lose it yourself if that a real factor.
Hi Aaron
Thanks for taking the time to respond.
Im sorry you are struggling with my post .
Hopefully this helps .
(1) Does anyone know what the weight of the new PX size large is as Im racing on hilly courses such as Roth -Kona -Im NZ and I cannot find the weight anywhere.
(2) I have the original P5 and Im trying to decide if I get the new P5 or the PX .
Hopefully this is satisfactory …
People are so brave behind a key board !
Hi Aaron
Thanks for taking the time to respond.
Im sorry you are struggling with my post .
Hopefully this helps .
(1) Does anyone know what the weight of the new PX size large is as Im racing on hilly courses such as Roth -Kona -Im NZ and I cannot find the weight anywhere.
(2) I have the original P5 and Im trying to decide if I get the new P5 or the PX .
Hopefully this is satisfactory …
People are so brave behind a key board !
I think you guys might need to lighten up a bit, Jason wasn’t trolling, nor have I seen him troll.
To your question, the old P5 can easily be built to under 17 pounds just by the addition of a dash saddle and lightning cranks.
Throw in tririg bars, brakes and some old 3t levers + 1x system and we are talking sub 16.
Starting point weight cost of any disc brake tt bike is (system wide) about a pound.
Your question really is that extra 1-2 pounds for the p5d or px worth it for the storage and more mistake friendly braking?
Side note, kona and Roth are easy courses in terms of Hills/climbing… I would stick with your p5 unless you really like the storage options and bar adjustability (the p5 bar sucks)
Maurice
Thanks Maurice for your response
Yes I do know the weight of my current bike and I don’t need to know how to make it lighter ?.That wasn’t the question.
Im looking at the PX and its seeming impossible to get a weight on the standard bike.I have raced Both Kona and Roth many times so Im well aware of whats needed.So its one simple question … What do they weigh ??
PS . If you don’t know or care just move on and read a post that interests you and don’t waste you time replying !