Trek 1.2 what to upgrade

redtomuk
redtomuk Posts: 11
edited June 2011 in Road beginners
I have a trek 1.2 and would like it to shed a pound or two (from it not me) I'm thinking better wheels to lighten the load
Any suggestions welcome

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  • skyd0g
    skyd0g Posts: 2,540
    tyres first.
    Cycling weakly
  • Philby
    Philby Posts: 328
    Try some Continental GP4000S or similar and it will start to transform your ride, though you are more likely to make a difference by riding more, getting fitter and losing weight yourself.
  • trekker12
    trekker12 Posts: 99
    I'm going through exactly the same upgrade. Recently put some Mavic Open Sport Rims on 105 hubs fitted with Michelin Lithion tyres onto my 2008 Trek 1.2 and it's transformed the ride. Much less rolling resistance and easier to pedal.

    Currently looking at fitting 9 speed with 105 shifters and maybe taking off the triple for a double (which actually I didn't order but the supplier sent the wrong bike to the lbs so I got a triple for double price and saved a bit) as have never used the granny ring.
    2007 Trek 1.2
    2014 Genesis Equilibrium 20
  • jim453
    jim453 Posts: 1,360
    New frame should do it.

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