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Old 01-24-09, 07:38 PM
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Caad9 setup
After buying a stock caad9 5, would you change the wheels first or upgrade the other components(shifters, crank, deraileurs, etc)? I was thinking about getting kyrisium elites or something and then after going to college, get a job at a store or join a team to get a discount on dura-ace or sram red.
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those look good?
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anyone have experience with wheels and sprocket wheels?
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replace stuff when it wears out.
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I want to sell teh stuff taht wears out easier. Saves some money.
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ride it until you know what you want. i don't think you should rush into any decisions because of money. YMMV
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heh, i guess tahts the best way, but still a little tempted by those wheels.
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anyone ever use the wheel&sprocket wheels before?
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Unless you're building a bike specifically for racing, carbon tubulars probably aren't your best bet for a wheelset. You can spend far less money on a good set of aluminum clinchers that make more sense for general riding.
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Howabout souls 3.0 or 4.0, which one of the two would you choose?
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Upgrade your legs first
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Originally Posted by Andy707
Howabout souls 3.0 or 4.0, which one of the two would you choose?
I would leave the CAAD9 5 BONE STOCK (minus brake pads, and any saddle/fit swaps such as stem, or post). For racing I would get some carbon tubulars (ones posted look good), and for general riding/training use the stock 105's, or some 4.0's if you absolutely need new wheels.
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one question though. Why wouldnt you use carbon tubulars on general rides? Do they break easily if used too much?
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Originally Posted by Andy707
one question though. Why wouldnt you use carbon tubulars on general rides? Do they break easily if used too much?
Or they are just super expensive?
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Originally Posted by Andy707
one question though. Why wouldnt you use carbon tubulars on general rides? Do they break easily if used too much?
They aren't as durable, and can be a hassle when flat. I've left mine on for weeks during the season with no issues, but I wouldn't recommend it.
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Originally Posted by timmyquest
Or they are just super expensive?
Only if you MUST have some catchy name on the rim, or insist on clinchers.
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alright thanks, im just gonna go for the soul 3.0 clincher.
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Since there shipping from singapore. Is it possible for the government to charge me with customs.
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just ride the damn thing
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Originally Posted by Andy707
After buying a stock caad9 5, would you change the wheels first or upgrade the other components(shifters, crank, deraileurs, etc)? I was thinking about getting kyrisium elites or something and then after going to college, get a job at a store or join a team to get a discount on dura-ace or sram red.
You should get these wheelsets... It just came off of a caad9. Trusty seller (sorry a shameless plug)

https://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll...m=110341315988
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Originally Posted by Andy707
alright thanks, im just gonna go for the soul 3.0 clincher.
Why?
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^^^ Cheaper, and lighter. ^^^
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Why?
light, cheap, n durable. What other reason is there. Looks pretty good too. Not sure if i should get a 3.0 or 4.0 yet. 4.0 is 100 grams heavier but probably more durable and aerodynamic.
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Originally Posted by dmb2786
just ride the damn thing
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That's sig-worthy advice sir. You're a gentleman and a scholar.
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Originally Posted by dmb2786
+1

That's sig-worthy advice sir. You're a gentleman and a scholar.
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