Originally Posted by
Cgswss
I went on a 30 mile "slow roll" ride in Saturday. I know I expected it, but I really can't believe how much faster I coast down hills then the other bikes. There is one long down hill on the bike trail part of the ride. It was the only time I just let her go instead of breaking to stay with the group. I got out a good 100 yds on the next guy. Surprised me it was that much!
Did some riding on a brand new Quick 4 today (ridge fork). Just about lost the fillings in my teeth riding on some side walks! I'm really believing that this frame some how has to Break in. I ride the same section on the CX4 (which now has over 300 miles on it) and it is much easier.
The Quick 4 has a rigid fork, so it will have a stiffer ride than the CX 4. Maybe the Quick 4's ride will improve with time, but the CX 4 will ride more smoothly with its suspension fork.
I have also been pleasantly surprised with how my CX 4 does on pavement. I did fourteen miles today, in two seven mile rides on different side roads heading out of town. I can also coast downhill quite quickly. But I also feel that the CX 4 is easier to pedal on pavement than my last hybrid was - and that was a Trek 7300, seven years ago. I'm adjusting to the saddle, and my leg muscles are beginning to adjust to pedaling. It's all good.