Lightweight mountain bike gear is never cheap, but that doesn’t mean you have to pay full price. This week we’re highlighting components that save weight — and a little cash — so your bike can lose a little weight ahead of summer.
HUNT Proven Carbon Race XC MTB 29 Wheelset
$1,599.00 | $1,119.30 sale
HUNT Proven XC race wheels weigh just 1469g for the pair and feature a 30mm internal rim width that’s optimized for 2.25″ to 2.4″ wide tires. Choose from SRAM XD, Shimano Microspline, and SRAM/Shimano HG driver bodies.
Buy from Hunt
Ergon SM Enduro Pro Saddle – Men’s
$199.95 | $168.63 sale
The SM Enduro Pro is designed for riding hard and features lightweight titanium rails and a carbon shell for maximum weight savings.
Buy from Competitive Cyclist
OneUp Components Carbon 35 Handlebar
$159.99 | $127.99 sale
The OneUp Carbon 35 handlebar is not only a lightweight upgrade over aluminum, but the ovalized shape promises an improved ride feel too. Also check out the Trail One Crocket carbon bars, which are a little bit lighter and a couple bucks cheaper. Read more.
Buy from evo
Yeti Asr C2 90 2026
$6,000 | $4,199.94 sale
The Yeti ASR pairs 115mm of rear suspension travel with aggressive-for-XC geometry, resulting in a bike that’s race-ready AND comfortable enough for everyday riding.
Buy from Jenson USA
All Mountain Style Extralight Mountain Bike Grips
$44.85
At just 18g (for the pair!) these AMS grips are almost certainly the lightest you can get. They’re not cheap, or easy to install, but they are crazy light. I bought a pair for myself months ago to save weight, though I haven’t worked up the courage to muscle them onto my bars just yet. 😬
If you’re in the market for new grips that are a little easier to install, these colorful Supacaz grips are on sale for just $9.99.
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SRAM / TruVativ Descendant Carbon Eagle Boost 12-Speed Crankset
$280.00 | $238.00 sale
This is a hard-charging carbon crankset that promises to save weight too. Choose from 170mm and 175mm crank lengths.
Buy from evo
WTB Trail Boss Tire 29×2.25
$76.95 | $37.93 sale
Not everyone is willing to save weight when it comes to tires. But, if you’re willing to run higher pressures and sacrifice some grip, a pair of tan-wall Trail Boss tires could drop a couple of pounds off your rig. Read more.
Buy from REI
Blackburn Cinch Carbon Cage
$69.95 | $40.73 sale
$40+ for a bottle cage is a lot to spend, but this is the lowest price we’ve ever seen for the Blackburn Cinch carbon bottle cage, which weighs just 16g.
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Race Face Next SL Crank Arms
$472.99 | $440.99 sale
The Next SL crank arms are made from lightweight aluminum and weigh just 403g. Customize with the Cinch direct mount chainring (sold separately) that’s just the right size for your riding, from just 24T up to 34T.
Buy from Competitive Cyclist
Race Face Chester Composite Flat Pedals
$60.00 | $39.00 sale
Most flat pedal riders prefer metal pedals, but for weight savings it’s hard to beat nylon. The Chester is a classic design that is one of our favorites, and the pedals are available in multiple colors. Read more.
Buy from Jenson USA
Titanium Torx M5x10 Bicycle Bike Disc Brake Bolts
$21.99
Swapping out stock bolts for titanium is an old weight-saving trick, and now it’s easier than ever to source the bolts you need online. Bottle cage and other bolts are available too.
Buy from Amazon
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