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I had the pleasure of chatting with Gab, a fellow rider from the Philippines who recently visited Singapore with his pride and joy - a Trek Emonda that he crafted with inspiration from Rides of Japan's own sleek machine.
Now, Gab isn't just any cyclist; he proudly wears the title of a "weight-weenie." To prove it, he meticulously documented the weight of every single part of his Trek Emonda, creating a detailed Excel sheet that's a weight-conscious cyclist's dream. But here's the twist - even with all his dedication, Gab's disc brake-equipped bike still tips the scales at over 7kg.
In the pursuit of shedding every ounce possible, Gab took the daring step of stripping the original paint from his bike, revealing a jaw-dropping raw carbon finish. And just to make sure it stays pristine, he added a layer of lacquer. The burning question now is: How much lighter can a disc brake bike get, especially with a paint job sacrificed in the name of weight reduction?
But it's not all about the numbers - Gab is a proud Team EF fan, right down to his matching Crocs. However, when it comes to his ride, he throws a curveball by cruising on a Trek Segafredo team bike. The loyalty runs deep, and we get all the details on this unique blend of team spirit in this week's episode.
Curious to know more? Tune in exclusively on the Oompa Loompa Cycling KZbin and Spotify channels for Gab's journey, the nitty-gritty of his bike build, and the surprising team loyalty twist.
Don't forget to drop your thoughts on Gab's Trek Emonda in the comments section below!
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Today's video is supported by the following Patrons:
Team Managers (Pledge Amount: $30/month):
1. Nathaniel Tan
2. Yuva V.
King & Queen of the Mountains (Pledge Amount: $18/month):
1. Alastair Chan
General Classification (Pledge Amount: $13/month):
1. Andrew Loy
2. Jeremy
3.Fahmi
4. Joshua Huddleston
Weekend Warrior (Pledge Amount: $7/month):
1. Giang Tran
2. Alexis Bortz
3. Zile
4. Daniel
5. Glenn Lee
6. yang guang
7. York Peng Pang
8. Tan Kiat Yuan
9. KMY
10. Kvone
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Rider’s Bio
Height: 5’4”
Inseam:
Number of years riding: 3
Strava Profile: / strava
Bike Specs
Bike brand: Trek
Model year: 202
Frame/Frame Size: 50
Groupset: Shimano Ultra 12sp
Chainring size: 50/34
Cassette size: 11-30
Wheelset/Hubs: Winspace Lun Hyper 50
Saddle: Selle Sanmarco Shortfit Carbon FX Wide
Stem Model/Stem Length:
Handlebar Model/Handlebar Width: Bontrager Aeolus RSL VR-C Integrated Handlebars (400x80)
Bartape: Factor
Bottle Cages: Tune Wasserträger 2.0
Lights (Front and Back): Bontrager & Knogg
Light mount: K-Edge RSL
Computer: Wahoo ELEMNT ROAM
Computer Mount: K-Edge RSL
Power meter: Assioma Uno
Tires (please specify if tubeless/clinchers/tubular): Continental Grand Prix 5000S TR 28C (Tubeless)
Bottom bracket: BB Infinity Ceramitech T47-INTERNAL
Pedals: Assioma Uno
Total price: 11,000 SGD
Bike weight: 7.57KG
Other notes/components if not mentioned above:
Custom painted with a naked carbon finish to shave off 107g from the original paint

[@timtaylor9590]

A weight weenie with a bike that's 7.5kg is like an alcoholic that never drinks alcohol

[@jimbink1892]

IKR mmm

[@RCindahouse]

🤣

[@eewl1087]

EF fan but but riding Trek, its like ManU fan wearing Liverpool jersey😂

[@yarlon2014]

11k for a 7.5kg bike. These covid cyclist are getting MILKED, its insane.

[@Taihaki]

It just depends I’m also a covid cyclist I started with a 1.9k cad trek domane for two years then I bought a madone slr 2019 rim brake frame that’s on sale for 3.2k and swapped out the parts with winspace hyper wheels sram red mechanical group set full build like 6k cad, it’s good to actually take time to understand and know this industry and pricing.

[@Shadowboost]

​​@@TaihakiI'm riding a 6.8 kg five hundred dollar Supersix Evo HM. CRAZY to spend 5k+ for a disc brake bike just to get back to 6.8 kg. I even have stock heavy bar, stem, seatpost, saddle, and not even dura ace pedals (have those on another bike). I could easily drop 200 grams with a light wheelset as well.

[@voidsofold]

@@ShadowboostLol my 2019 emonda SLR that's disc is sub 6.8 and I got it for 1500 dollars. Would be lighter if I ran dura ace instead of ultegra too...

[@planelover26]

an excel sheet for your bike is absolutely insane, Pilipinas represent 🇵🇭

[@certain_ed]

I guess the term weight weenie is used very loosely these days

[@logojones96]

Nice looking bike, but pretty heavy for a "weight weenie". Gotta get sub 6.8 at least! Could spend less and save more weight with different bar/stem and saddle alone

[@dhodges1911]

Why not get the Emonda SLR frame if you're a true weight weenie. The SL frame is a bit heavier than the SLR.

[@happywolfie1980]

I think there's still some weight savings from applying the clear coat layer after removing the paint, and I really like the UD raw carbon look. He can be a weightweenie because he keeps tabs on component weight, just that he is easily satisfied with his eventual bike weight.

[@OompaLoompaCycling]

Agreed, I love the raw carbon look. Sets the bike apart from the rest.

[@HarishChouhan]

The Filipino guys in Vietnam start their rides at 4:30 am 😂😂. Some guys in our group are old or slow, so I start my ride 45 mins late

[@techyaddict]

Elite wheels Edge is cheaper and lighter at 50 depth is around 1.3+kg

[@kimwarner6050]

My 2024 trek domane alr 2 weighs less than than. Sure I did a few mods but, it was cheap. It has scram rival axes and some cheap carbon rims. I don't understand why his bike is so heavy

[@timtaylor9590]

He saved 109 grams after sanded before clear coat? So he broke even?

[@meisjason]

It's a statement to have pink bottle on a black bike.. #BLACKPINKINYOURAREA I too am an Emonda rider!

[@U.s.e.r.3493]

Cranks, tyres/tubes, cockpit, saddle and wheels all need some change to achieve actual weight weenie status.

[@HarishChouhan]

52% import tax in Vietnam. Went to Bankok recently for bike shopping 😂.

[@81antiloop]

A WW but 7.5kg bike. Wow. 😅

[@timtaylor9590]

It takes less than an hour to clean and wax a chain. And it saves time with all things considered

[@OompaLoompaCycling]

Yeah I’m gonna do that. Bought 3 YBN chains, wax block and a crockpot 🤔

[@timtaylor9590]

@@OompaLoompaCycling its one of the best upgrades bro, youll love it.

[@bentan6218]

Oompal since you are at it, want to help me wax my chain too. 😊😇🤭

[@freez]

he has not ride on real roads man. lorry uncle dont give a shiat about cyclist lol

[@jrmhng]

Would you please enable background play?

[@OompaLoompaCycling]

I don’t see that function on my end…

[@jrmhng]

@@OompaLoompaCycling I think its because its a members' only video. I guess it wont matter after you move premium content to Patreon first.

[@OompaLoompaCycling]

Yup… thanks!

[@shadowxiii148]

@angelo bikerdude @cyclingchef @anthonyhomercycling g na