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On the bright side, by removing all my reflectors I shaved about 150 grams off of my bike for free.
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I dont get the whole reflector thing nor do I care.
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ha. It's bad enough smelling the piss in person. Good ole NYC early in the morning. There was a hobo sleeping on another bench. I can only imagine the responses I would get if I were to take a picture of my bike next to him.
I dont get the whole reflector thing nor do I care.
I dont get the whole reflector thing nor do I care.
#6831
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no worries, it's your bike and you spent your money on it so do with it what you wish. This thread is just filled with CAAD lovers. When one posts a pic it is usually a drive side pic with a decent backgrund so the beauty of the bike is not taken away. You have an amazing bike but in that pic the area around the bike takes over the pic. I can't imagine how you would respond to how harsh they are on the "Hot or Not" thread...lol
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and run down buildings around a gorgeous bike..beauty and the beast kind of :-D
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I really hope you don't leave. Please continue to post and show photos of NYC and your bike. They are appreciated.
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2010 Canondale Caad9 1 56cm
Dura-Ace 7900 Group
Zipp Firecrest 303 Wheels with Continental GP4000s tires
Cannondale Hollowgram SL Crankset
TRP 970 Front/Rear Brakes
Thomson Stem
Thomson Masterpiece Seatpost with Thomson Seatpost Clamp
3T Rotundo Pro Handlebars
RavX Carbon Bottle Cages
Look KEO Classic Pedals
Fizik Antares Saddle
Dura-Ace 7900 Group
Zipp Firecrest 303 Wheels with Continental GP4000s tires
Cannondale Hollowgram SL Crankset
TRP 970 Front/Rear Brakes
Thomson Stem
Thomson Masterpiece Seatpost with Thomson Seatpost Clamp
3T Rotundo Pro Handlebars
RavX Carbon Bottle Cages
Look KEO Classic Pedals
Fizik Antares Saddle
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#6836
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Don't let any of this get to you. It's the internet, sometimes people give you a hard time over silly things. There's nothing wrong with your photo, your bike, or the reflectors. Everyone was just having a little fun and no one meant any harm. Don't be afraid to dish it back at everyone.
I really hope you don't leave. Please continue to post and show photos of NYC and your bike. They are appreciated.
I really hope you don't leave. Please continue to post and show photos of NYC and your bike. They are appreciated.
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I'm looking to buy a new 2014 CAAD10 105. Do you guys think it's worth it to shell out an extra $600 for the Ultegra. The new Ultegra 6800 groupset is nice. Money isn't really an issue but saving an extra $600 would be nice. OR if i were to shell out that much, go for the new EVO 105 that is the same price as CAAD10 Ultegra? choices..choices..can't decide.
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I'm looking to buy a new 2014 CAAD10 105. Do you guys think it's worth it to shell out an extra $600 for the Ultegra. The new Ultegra 6800 groupset is nice. Money isn't really an issue but saving an extra $600 would be nice. OR if i were to shell out that much, go for the new EVO 105 that is the same price as CAAD10 Ultegra? choices..choices..can't decide.
Also, high end caad vs low end evo? Get the caad, save for a hi-mod.
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I'm looking to buy a new 2014 CAAD10 105. Do you guys think it's worth it to shell out an extra $600 for the Ultegra. The new Ultegra 6800 groupset is nice. Money isn't really an issue but saving an extra $600 would be nice. OR if i were to shell out that much, go for the new EVO 105 that is the same price as CAAD10 Ultegra? choices..choices..can't decide.
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I'm looking to buy a new 2014 CAAD10 105. Do you guys think it's worth it to shell out an extra $600 for the Ultegra. The new Ultegra 6800 groupset is nice. Money isn't really an issue but saving an extra $600 would be nice. OR if i were to shell out that much, go for the new EVO 105 that is the same price as CAAD10 Ultegra? choices..choices..can't decide.
But seriously, just try them out and see what you think. I was going to go for 105 or Rival, but happened to find a year old model in stock in my size with Ultegra (6700), so I bought it. I could've saved about $600 and gotten a Supersix with Apex, and spent that extra cash on new wheels or something, but opted for the CAAD10 frame and better components. Bottom line, if you like the way the EVO rides better, get it. If you like the way the CAAD10 rides better, get it. Years of upgrading will land you better components, wheels, etc, but the frame will always be the same - unless of course you switch frames.
Just checked out Cannondale's website. I'm drooling over the CAAD10 4 and 3, oh and Blank Inc. I really love how they used the SRAM Red green groupset and matched the Cannondale logo to it. Think I can trade my 2012 CAAD10 3 in for a 2014?
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It's worth it, because I'm drooling over the stealth Ultegra model (CAAD10 3).
Just checked out Cannondale's website. I'm drooling over the CAAD10 4 and 3, oh and Blank Inc. I really love how they used the SRAM Red green groupset and matched the Cannondale logo to it. Think I can trade my 2012 CAAD10 3 in for a 2014?
Just checked out Cannondale's website. I'm drooling over the CAAD10 4 and 3, oh and Blank Inc. I really love how they used the SRAM Red green groupset and matched the Cannondale logo to it. Think I can trade my 2012 CAAD10 3 in for a 2014?
I think you are right. I am leaning towards getting the stealth black Ultegra over the 105. I think I will end upgrading the 105 immediately anyhow and still be spending a few hundred. Interesting that this new Ultegra has no 'caad 10' lettering anywhere on the body. It just sales "Cannondale" on the bike. It's a nice looking bike for those who prefer a muted bike.
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Hi, Can anyone tell me which year caad 8 is this? I was planning to buy this bike off CL.. The guy is asking for $900... Do you think this is too much? He say the condition is pretty excellent. I'm going to check it out tomorrow morning..
Also what should I look for when I go check it out? I'm new to road cycling... any suggestions, opinions, etc... are welcome.. and Thanks in advance.
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Also, what type of handlebars are those? (I'm just trying to compile a list of traditional/classic bend bars available today)
I'm about 5' 9.5". The 56cm frame feels like a monster underneath me. The 54cm feels good, but I'm just curious as to how the 52cm would feel or look. I'd be hard pressed to test ride a 52cm though, I believe. Every bike shop I've talked to steers me back to the 54 or 56...
What did they know of proper (personal) bike fit... Tsk, tsk, tsk.
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I'm looking to buy a new 2014 CAAD10 105. Do you guys think it's worth it to shell out an extra $600 for the Ultegra. The new Ultegra 6800 groupset is nice. Money isn't really an issue but saving an extra $600 would be nice. OR if i were to shell out that much, go for the new EVO 105 that is the same price as CAAD10 Ultegra? choices..choices..can't decide.
One thing i did ask cannondale is the internal rear brake cable, there answer was, It was not modified for Di2, it was for better brake performance and smoother lines. There focus is still a lightweight performance alternative to Carbon. The Caad10 105 and Evo 105 are great bikes, for me it just came down to the colour i liked and hopefully not having to upgrade for a while
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From what I can remember, the BB-to-saddle height on my bikes is 72.5 cm (I have an inseam of 82 cm). Subtracting the seat tube length (50 cm - from the Cannondale website) and the saddle-to-rail height (4 cm) gives 18.5 cm of exposed seatpost up to the clamp. I'm currently out of town on business, I'll try to measure it physically when I get home.
They're Ritchey Carbon Classic bars. I've just set them up as compact bars while looking for a good deal on Ritchey Logic Carbon bars.
I was originally looking for a 54 when I first bought the bike (my old TCR size M/L has a TT of 55.5 cm, the CAAD10 54 is 56 cm). I was running a 100 cm stem on the TCR and it's been my very comfortable workhorse prior to the CAAD10. However the stores that had a 54 didn't have the colorway I liked (the Team Edition). All the stores steered me to the 52 (with the stock 100 cm stem). I thought I could squeeze into a 52, but had the hand numbness after doing longer rides.
What did they know of proper (personal) bike fit... Tsk, tsk, tsk.
They're Ritchey Carbon Classic bars. I've just set them up as compact bars while looking for a good deal on Ritchey Logic Carbon bars.
I was originally looking for a 54 when I first bought the bike (my old TCR size M/L has a TT of 55.5 cm, the CAAD10 54 is 56 cm). I was running a 100 cm stem on the TCR and it's been my very comfortable workhorse prior to the CAAD10. However the stores that had a 54 didn't have the colorway I liked (the Team Edition). All the stores steered me to the 52 (with the stock 100 cm stem). I thought I could squeeze into a 52, but had the hand numbness after doing longer rides.
What did they know of proper (personal) bike fit... Tsk, tsk, tsk.
I think you are right. I am leaning towards getting the stealth black Ultegra over the 105. I think I will end upgrading the 105 immediately anyhow and still be spending a few hundred. Interesting that this new Ultegra has no 'caad 10' lettering anywhere on the body. It just sales "Cannondale" on the bike. It's a nice looking bike for those who prefer a muted bike.
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So I picked up my '13 CAAD10 4 Rival yesterday and took it for a ride this morning. I decided to snap a quick shot along the trail. I was so excited to take it out I forgot to remove the dork-disc *facepalm* ... I know I will receive no mercy from the 41, but I'm still thrilled to be riding my first road bike, first Cannondale, and first time clipless
I got the bike from Just the Right Gear in Salem, VA. They sold the bike for $1300, and they have other great deals on Cannondales. So if anyone is interested in picking up a bike, and you're in the area, I definitely recommend giving them a call.
I got the bike from Just the Right Gear in Salem, VA. They sold the bike for $1300, and they have other great deals on Cannondales. So if anyone is interested in picking up a bike, and you're in the area, I definitely recommend giving them a call.