Dann gibt's da noch zwei interessante Links, einer davon zu einer derartigen Diskussion in einem anderen Forum:
http://forum.helmuts-fahrrad-seiten.de/viewtopic.php?t=4442
Fazit dort: Es kommt überwiegend auf einen Satz vernünftiger Laufräder und auf die aerodynamische Sitzposition an.
Und ganz interessant ist der Bericht, wo einer täglich eine längere Strecke zur Arbeit gefahren ist, mal mit einem Stahlrad, mal mit einem Carbonrenner, abwechselnd und nach Zufallsprinzip. Hinterher hat er das statistisch ausgewertet:
http://www.bmj.com/content/341/bmj.c6801.full
Fazit dort:
The average journey time on the steel frame bicycle was 1:47:48, and the average journey time on the carbon frame bicycle was 1:48:21. The difference in the mean journey time was 00:00:32.
The top speed achieved was 36 mph (58 kph) on both bicycles. ... The fastest journey was on the steel bike (1:37:40) ...
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Though a 30% reduction in bicycle weight may seem large, the reduction in total weight (bicycle + rider) of 4% is much less impressive. The effect this weight reduction has on the forces acting against the cyclist (gravity, friction (rolling resistance), drag (wind resistance), and the force to accelerate bicycle and rider), as well as the effect of the road conditions, need to be considered.
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Given these findings, why then do so many of us buy “performance” bicycles? Marketing must shoulder some of the responsibility. Many of us respond to “new” pharmaceuticals in a similar way to how cyclists respond to “new” bicycles. The industry invests significantly in marketing products of marginal benefit and we, as medical consumers, frequently buy into the panacea rather than objectively considering the evidence. We must excuse consumerism, particularly at this time of year, because without it our capitalist society would collapse.
The purchase of the carbon bike made me feel good, and even though the ride is “harsher” (less comfortable), I still commute on it, especially in good weather. I haven’t compared the brakes but they seem better.
Which do I enjoy riding most? Well, after the trial I have to go for the steel bike. I get there as quickly, and it is more comfortable, better value, and has more “character.” If the carbon bike were stolen would I replace it? I’d have to say no. I’d spend the money on high visibility low drag clothing and better lights.
Conclusions
A 30% reduction in bicycle weight did not reduce commuting time over a distance of 27 miles (43.5 km). A new lightweight bicycle may have many attractions, but if the bicycle is used to commute, a reduction in the weight of the cyclist rather than that of the bicycle may deliver greater benefit and at reduced cost.
Ich fahre auch mitterweile wieder auf Stahl.
http://forum.tour-magazin.de/showth...r-des-Monats-April-2012&p=3907218#post3907218
Und wenn ich damit Langsamer bin als du (und das wird wohl so sein), dann sind's meine Beine, meine Lunge, mein Herz ...