thanks...that sounds bad. i've had this caad9 since nov 2010. ride it only during decent weather conditions. rode about 1500 miles so far...very casual rides avoiding dusty roads/ wet. this sucks. my other bike BD bike ..over 4 years, rode in all kinds of conditions and i've never experienced a noise with that thing...
i wouldve thought i pay a little more money so it would last longer..