Just trying to make you feel better about your purchase.

Very nice bike, unlike some I like the look of the new Ultegra. Did you say that the new Ultegra shifts better than DA?

I think it does.

That clearly makes no sense. You're losing it, Pcad.

The threshold for calling something a 'pro fit' is really low. I don't see any physiotherapists or orthopedics at my LBS
Just an advanced measuring tape and a spreadsheet with a cool graphic interface.
They call it pro too......

Pro this.

i saw some pro fits on youtube. Seems to be voodoo with high tech pictures and big talk to impress the poseur up own ass park rider. no offence.

i like the BMC idea.

16 pages.

God help me what a bunch of bike weenie friggin hosers.

Carry on.

Only on BF could a self absorbed middle aged idiot with pricey bikes post threads about them, repeatedly insult the membership of the group, and incite a 400+ post thread. Believe it or not I have actual worthwhile and meaningful shlit going on in my seemingly pathetic life.



But there is no place for that on BF.




As you were.

you could a had a SuperSix Hi Mod..................









just sayin.....................................

Cannondale's proprietary design helps separate the carbon atoms in the air, thus reducing drag, and making you faster.


Even if you don't pedal, you just go, and go, and go!! It's cool. Really. Only on the HiMod, and only on the new models. It's something they put in the paint. Like stealth technology.

I always find fit comments interesting. My LBS owner is a former Cat1 racer, former MTB racer and the best mechanic I have ever come across. He has a BSc pre-med degree and 30 years experience in the industry. He is also a farmer and puts practicality to use on a daily basis.

I have spent an hour with him at most at any given time and a tape measure, plumb bob and a critical eye is all he needs to produce the right fit for the right bike and purpose. He has on occaision over the years made a road adjustment for me during our rides.

Computers and video are great and can make any unknowing individual a good enough bike fitter. It doesn't replace experience and know-how.

I think it depends on the frame a little bit, but you're right on this one. Looks pretty good to me.

they even advise with carbon steerers to not have too many spacers.

But how do you know he produces the "right" fit? The human body is amazing in its ability to adapt, so a not-so-good fit can go unnoticed quite easily. Plus human eyes, a tape measure and a plump bob cannot easily notice the intricate physiological intricacies of the human body.

Please help stop spacer abuse!!! We can all help raise awareness.........................

because there is no right fit, which is why all these computer programs are so ridiculous. It is pseudo science made to look advanced and technically brilliant. the right fit is arrived at after tweaking on real life riding over many rides and even then it is not THE right fit. It's just the right fit for now.

I'm confident I can get heavy enough to compress that stiff Addict rear triangle. If it won't be vertically compliant on its own, I'll MAKE it be vertically compliant.

Most riders (experienced or not) forget to take into account their flexibility (or lack thereof) when choosing a frame, instead focusing on looks or pedigree. To me, nothing looks worse than a "pro" bike with a tower of spacers under the stem to get the handlebar height correct.

Not for nothing, but it looks like friggin Calgary out here on Mt. Doom today.

I hope Spring comes this year.

really?

seems an awfully small thing to get so worked up about.


PC: are you going to race this bike?

Amen.

I'm not sure what else to do. I couldn't ride a 54 or 55, top tube is too short. I have a significant saddle to bar drop (see photo below on the 56 cm S2). I want a bike with racing geometry. The bikes FEEL great, handle great, fit great, etc. As to whether anyone approves on how this looks, you should consider the weight your opinion carries here, which is zero point zero zero. Try to bear this in mind.

http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y11...wholebike1.jpg