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Old 06-12-2008, 08:39 AM   #5 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by NeilBlanchard View Post
Hello,

I think that wheel weight counts for more (2X ?); since you have to both spin it and move it forward.
Yes, though I don't recall the exact factor. Reducing rotating mass helps significantly more. Plus, you get a smoother ride as a nice bonus with lighter wheels (due to the reduction in unsprung weight).
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