The Cult of CAAD...
10-29-12 | 03:52 PM
#3926
Senior Member
Joined: Sep 2012
Posts: 160
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From: Brooklyn, NY
Bikes: 2012 Cannondale CAAD 10, 1985 Nishiki Prestige single speed conversion, 2018 Cervelo R5
2013 CAAD 10 5 Brakes
Recently purchased a 2013 CAAD 10 5 and after swapping out the saddle with a Specialized Romin Evo Comp, I've been pleased with one exception. I feel that the brakes aren't as effective in dry conditions (don't no wet yet) as I would like. Are there known issues with the stock Tektro R580 brakes or brake pads? Any other suggestions?
10-29-12 | 04:42 PM
#3927
Senior Member
Joined: Sep 2008
Posts: 3,589
Likes: 3
From: Beautiful Long Beach California
Bikes: Eddy Merckx San Remo 76, Eddy Merckx San Remo 76 - Black Silver and Red, Eddy Merckx Sallanches 64 (2); Eddy Merckx MXL;
Recently purchased a 2013 CAAD 10 5 and after swapping out the saddle with a Specialized Romin Evo Comp, I've been pleased with one exception. I feel that the brakes aren't as effective in dry conditions (don't no wet yet) as I would like. Are there known issues with the stock Tektro R580 brakes or brake pads? Any other suggestions?
10-29-12 | 06:27 PM
#3928
Senior Member
Joined: May 2012
Posts: 548
Likes: 0
From: Miami, FL
Bikes: Cannondale SuperSix
Recently purchased a 2013 CAAD 10 5 and after swapping out the saddle with a Specialized Romin Evo Comp, I've been pleased with one exception. I feel that the brakes aren't as effective in dry conditions (don't no wet yet) as I would like. Are there known issues with the stock Tektro R580 brakes or brake pads? Any other suggestions?
10-29-12 | 06:50 PM
#3929
Senior Member
Joined: Jun 2011
Posts: 1,248
Likes: 3
From: Frederick, MD
Bikes: Cannondale, Trek
Recently purchased a 2013 CAAD 10 5 and after swapping out the saddle with a Specialized Romin Evo Comp, I've been pleased with one exception. I feel that the brakes aren't as effective in dry conditions (don't no wet yet) as I would like. Are there known issues with the stock Tektro R580 brakes or brake pads? Any other suggestions?
Change the calipers for an extra 20%.
10-29-12 | 07:23 PM
#3930
One legged rider
Joined: Jul 2008
Posts: 1,390
Likes: 1
From: Moraga, CA
Bikes: Kuota Kharma, Surly LHT, CAAD9, Bianchi fg/ss
Never did figure that out. The dork disc doesn't really bother me, and with the lunatic drivers in CT, reflectors are not a bad idea. Besides, at 230 Im not exactly concerned about lightweight accessories. Next couple weeks will be figuring out right fit - shop did a good job, but you need to get some time on it to dial it in properly.
The "frame and chassis" have been fixed, now it is time to work on the engine!
Have to give props to Outdoor Sports Center in Wilton, CT for the purchase. They really spent the time, weren't pushy, and really knew their stuff.
The "frame and chassis" have been fixed, now it is time to work on the engine!
Have to give props to Outdoor Sports Center in Wilton, CT for the purchase. They really spent the time, weren't pushy, and really knew their stuff.
10-29-12 | 11:41 PM
#3931
Senior Member
Joined: Jul 2012
Posts: 2,792
Likes: 6
From: Hampton, VA
edit: my bike currently has cannondale calipers and half worn Shimano pads.
10-30-12 | 05:54 AM
#3932
Senior Member
Joined: Jan 2008
Posts: 12,940
Likes: 363
Recently purchased a 2013 CAAD 10 5 and after swapping out the saddle with a Specialized Romin Evo Comp, I've been pleased with one exception. I feel that the brakes aren't as effective in dry conditions (don't no wet yet) as I would like. Are there known issues with the stock Tektro R580 brakes or brake pads? Any other suggestions?
10-30-12 | 03:25 PM
#3933
Senior Member
Joined: Nov 2011
Posts: 1,104
Likes: 1
From: South Florida
If you upgrade calipers make sure they match your cable pull ratio of the 5700 levers. TRP while being the higher end line for Tektro is nothing like the base tektros and I really like their products.
10-30-12 | 04:25 PM
#3934
Senior Member
Joined: Jun 2009
Posts: 5,095
Likes: 5
From: Boone, North Carolina
Bikes: 2009 Cannondale CAAD9-6 2014 Trek Domaine 5.9
Didn't get a single response in the Hot or Not thread so I guess it's that bad. But I changed the bar tape to green and apart from my hideous yet comfortable saddle, I love it. So here's my lovely (to me) CAAD8 6
Edit: Actually did get a response so never mind on that one
Edit: Actually did get a response so never mind on that one
Heck, I like it!! And I do like the green bar tape. Wheels look nice, and as long as you don't eat your front teeth, and you enjoy 'em, COOL!!!
11-05-12 | 07:33 AM
#3936
Member
Joined: Jul 2012
Posts: 34
Likes: 0
From: Perrysburg, OH
Bikes: 2013 Cannondale CAAD10 5
Recently purchased a 2013 CAAD 10 5 and after swapping out the saddle with a Specialized Romin Evo Comp, I've been pleased with one exception. I feel that the brakes aren't as effective in dry conditions (don't no wet yet) as I would like. Are there known issues with the stock Tektro R580 brakes or brake pads? Any other suggestions?
I'm typically a flatlander (riding in northwest Ohio), but based on the comments here I'd probably swap out the pads before the next trip with hills.
11-05-12 | 10:59 AM
#3938
Senior Member
Joined: Jul 2012
Posts: 2,792
Likes: 6
From: Hampton, VA
11-05-12 | 12:17 PM
#3939
Senior Member
Joined: Sep 2008
Posts: 3,589
Likes: 3
From: Beautiful Long Beach California
Bikes: Eddy Merckx San Remo 76, Eddy Merckx San Remo 76 - Black Silver and Red, Eddy Merckx Sallanches 64 (2); Eddy Merckx MXL;
11-06-12 | 12:25 AM
#3941
Juniors can be good too..
Joined: May 2012
Posts: 84
Likes: 0
From: New York, NY
Bikes: Cannondale CAAD10 4, Felt Bourgham 3 spd
The CAAD and synapse are aluminum. So the ride isn't suppose to be as smooth as carbon but that's debatable. The CAAD has a " race" geometry but plenty of people in this thread have gone on longer rides and claim to be relatively comfortable. The synapse has a more "relaxed" geometry for endurance/long distance riding. My knowledge of the supersix is limited and I only have negative (personal) opinions of their new low end carbon frames so hopefully someone else can help you there. I test rode a CAAD and will be purchasing one soon for my all of my riding needs. I think It's more versatile than the synapse and since I can only afford one bike (for now), I'm going with the one that fits me the best, does what I want it to do and (most importantly) puts a big dumb smile on my face!
11-07-12 | 05:46 PM
#3945
Cardiac Case
Joined: Aug 2006
Posts: 2,893
Likes: 3
From: Dropped... about 5 miles back...
Bikes: Trek, Cannondale, Litespeed, Lynskey
On my short list for my CX bike purchase:
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11-07-12 | 06:54 PM
#3946
Senior Member
Joined: Sep 2008
Posts: 3,589
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From: Beautiful Long Beach California
Bikes: Eddy Merckx San Remo 76, Eddy Merckx San Remo 76 - Black Silver and Red, Eddy Merckx Sallanches 64 (2); Eddy Merckx MXL;
Here is my 2013 Silver and Black and my 2012 White.
I posted the white one before but I added the SLK crank. I bought but have not installed the GP 4000s tires for the white one. I've only had the black one for a couple of weeks. The only changes I made to it are the K-Elite wheels and the Dura-ace brake pads. I also adjusted the angle of the seat.
Oh, that's just a decal on the head tube.
I posted the white one before but I added the SLK crank. I bought but have not installed the GP 4000s tires for the white one. I've only had the black one for a couple of weeks. The only changes I made to it are the K-Elite wheels and the Dura-ace brake pads. I also adjusted the angle of the seat.
Oh, that's just a decal on the head tube.
Last edited by longbeachgary; 11-07-12 at 07:08 PM.
11-07-12 | 10:43 PM
#3950
i got nothing.
Joined: May 2007
Posts: 5,723
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From: Cali Forn NI A (SoCal)
Bikes: 13 BH G6 with SRAM Red
Sorry to tell you guys that I won't be in the Cult of Caad much longer, on friday the new baby shows up, and the Caad10 must go.
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