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04-04-13, 01:27 PM
#5576
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04-04-13, 01:28 PM
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Tour De French Fries
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Giro Savant for me as well, b/c i'm to cheap to buy an atmos
04-04-13, 06:01 PM
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Bikes: 2010 CAAD9-5, 2013 Supersix Evo
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Out of curiosity, decided to install some Pro4 Service Course 700x25's on the CAAD. Prior to, I ran GP4000s 700x23's. Not sure if its all due to the the wider tire, but I can feel quite the difference. Only took a quick test ride on them. On the crap roads near me, it felt great. I may very well be a wide tire convert now.
04-04-13, 06:43 PM
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04-04-13, 06:58 PM
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The last three CAAD10s posted are all beautiful. The Gulf Color scheme has grown on me. I love the uniqueness of it.
We need more 2013 CAAD10s with Force (and that color scheme). Great stuff.
We need more 2013 CAAD10s with Force (and that color scheme). Great stuff.
04-04-13, 10:38 PM
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04-05-13, 10:37 AM
#5587
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04-05-13, 12:03 PM
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04-05-13, 02:05 PM
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04-05-13, 03:28 PM
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I browse their site every now and then. In the market for a new helmet, and heavily considering the Rudy Project Sterling. I also would like to give their sunglasses a shot.
Still trying to tweak my setup just right. I think I'll be moving another one or two spacers to the top pretty soon. Water bottle cages arrived as well. I'll try to get some pictures soon.
04-05-13, 06:16 PM
#5591
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I got a discount through promotive, but I see coupon codes all the time on slowtwitch. Then you order directly from e-Rudy.com
04-06-13, 12:30 PM
#5592
Steel is real
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Well I spoke with a cannondale dealer today who told me that cannondales are no more produced in the USA anymore since 2009-2010 but either in Taiwan or China. The American made Cannondales are recognizable with American Flag on the top tube with written "Handmade in USA." Maybe new frames are lighter, but the older frames have a better finish of the welds and were really well made. Does Cannondale still use Alcoa tubing?
04-07-13, 11:11 AM
#5594
Fixie Infamous
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Location: SF
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Bikes: 2007 CAAD Optimo Track, 2012 Cannondale CAAD10, 1996 GT Force restomod, 2015 Cannondale CAADX
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I don't know specifics, but my anodized 58 weighs 1150g with headset, hanger, and seat post clamp.
04-07-13, 03:24 PM
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i wouldnt buy the caad9 for the usa logo. the caad10 was pretty close to the low end supersix models (non-hi-mod material) in terms of bb and front end stiffness. but then again i was riding an 07 caad9 frame which didnt have the bb30 at the time and non tapered fork.
welds not as smooth? give me a break.
welds not as smooth? give me a break.
04-07-13, 04:45 PM
#5597
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So it's been a while since I posted my CAAD7. I recently did some changes so i decided to post. Changes are FSA wing pro compact bars, Jagwire cables and housing, BOYD Rouleurs (24/28) and a nice coat of Mcguires wax. Not HOT r NOT ready or as nice as a new CAAD10, but I think it looks pretty good for an eight year old bike. Sorry for the bottles in the cages, this was right after a 30 mile ride.
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04-07-13, 08:19 PM
#5598
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Over 200 miles on my first road bike that I bought a few weeks ago. 2013 CAAD10 5. I posted when I first got it but have since put on the GP4000s tires and SPD pedals for my first clipless experience as I heard they were good for beginners and for shoes that are better for walking. Haven't fallen yet, knock on wood. No plans for upgrades as I am new and just plan to ride the hell out of it for now. Anyways, I must say that am very happy with my purchase and have zero regrets. Here's a couple shots from my morning ride on the lakefront today.
04-07-13, 08:53 PM
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Over 200 miles on my first road bike that I bought a few weeks ago. 2013 CAAD10 5. I posted when I first got it but have since put on the GP4000s tires and SPD pedals for my first clipless experience as I heard they were good for beginners and for shoes that are better for walking. Haven't fallen yet, knock on wood. No plans for upgrades as I am new and just plan to ride the hell out of it for now. Anyways, I must say that am very happy with my purchase and have zero regrets. Here's a couple shots from my morning ride on the lakefront today.
04-08-13, 07:42 AM
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I usually ride with a saddle bag containing a tube, CO2, multitool, and levers but took it off for this ride and went without a water bottle too since this is only a few miles from the house. I just wanted to try out a ride without the excess baggage and occasional rattle to make for a quiet Sunday morning ride. It also made it easier to take a few pictures which attempt to follow "the rules". HA.