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Is there a word on brake calipers between SRAM and Shimano, or is it just personal preference? I'm looking to replace the stock R580s for either Rival or 105 brakes, if new brakes would even make a difference. Maybe I should just start with the pads first. Any pad recommendations?

I have had great experience with koolstop pads. I have used the salmon and the dual compound and they were both better than stock pads IME.

Leinster

10-29-13 07:52 AM

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Originally Posted by seymour1910 (Post 16199945)

I have had great experience with koolstop pads. I have used the salmon and the dual compound and they were both better than stock pads IME.

I switched out the Campy pads on my rain bike for Koolstops and the difference was night and day. Definitely try changing the blocks before changing calipers.

arraamis

10-29-13 09:15 PM

+1 on the KoolStop Dura 2 Dual Compound Inserts ... they work great!!!!!

D.NYC

10-31-13 07:52 AM

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Originally Posted by dvdslw (Post 16194956)

I have been looking for an entry level carbon bike because that's where my budget puts me right now but came across a 2013 Caad10 Black w/Di2 at my LBS for $2,300 marked down from $4,100 but I passed it by on two prior visits because it was an aluminum framed bike and I had no knowledge of just how good Cannondales aluminum frames are until I started digging into forums and online research. Now I'm interested, I test rode the bike back to back with a 2014 Robaix SL4 and the CAAD10 outperformed the Specialized by far and it was my first Di2 ride ever which I loved. I'm not 100% sold on the color scheme though? I really like the matte black frame but I could do without the gold graphics. I quoted the post above from johnnytheboy because that's the bike I'm looking at and it looks sick with those wheels on it!!! In my Carbon testing, I like the Madone 4.3 and Scott CR1, both felt really good on test rides and come in between $400 & $600 less respectively. Not real sure what I'm looking to hear from you guys but maybe a push into the Cannondale so I can go lock it in on Monday?

Hi ALL, I'm new to this forum and I am a "cult" member currently using a 2013 CAAD 8 Sora. I'm looking to upgrade to a CAAD 10 Ultegra. The 2013 CAAD 10 Black Inc. would be a dream! Does anyone know anywhere in NYC that has the 2013 for $2300? Or maybe similar prices? Please let me know. Any and all information is GREATLY appreciate. Thanks in advance!

seymour1910

10-31-13 07:53 AM

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Originally Posted by D.NYC (Post 16207180)

I don't know what size you need but here is a place in Jersey with a 2014, CAAD10 Ultegra for $1999

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Brand-New-20...ht_16383wt_932

D.NYC

10-31-13 09:09 AM

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Originally Posted by seymour1910 (Post 16207186)

I don't know what size you need but here is a place in Jersey with a 2014, CAAD10 Ultegra for $1999

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Brand-New-20...ht_16383wt_932

Thanks [MENTION=311444]seymour1910[/MENTION] I completely forgot to put what size. I would need a 63 cm or 60 cm. My short list is the 2014 Ultegra or the 2013 Black Inc (DREAM BIKE). I'm in NYC. Thanks for any info.

THSdrummer

10-31-13 10:46 AM

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Been making some upgrades and purchases recently. I froze my expander plug, so I splurged and replaced it with the Cannondale EVO SI lightweight expander plug. Currently awaiting this parts arrival. Recently picked up some Speedplay Zero Chrome-Moly pedals on the cheap and purchased some Ti spindles for them. This is the most significant upgrade for the bike so far. The Shimano 5700s I was on weighed in at 318 grams, the Ti spindle Speedplay Zero pedals come in at 166g. I wanted to be on Speedplays from the beginning, but was offered a great deal on Shimanos upon purchasing my bike. Only clipped in to the Speedplays a few times on the trainer just to get a slight feel for how they work. If the expander plug arrives by Friday, I'll spend the weekend out on the bike - which is huge for me considering I don't get to ride all to often.

Hope to get an overall weight of the bike on Monday. I was at 17 lbs 13 oz stock.

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arraamis

10-31-13 06:22 PM

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Originally Posted by D.NYC (Post 16207180)

Contact Chris [MENTION=39201]sid[/MENTION]'s

When I was searching for my 10-2, Sid's had quite a few closeouts and some new 2014 CAAD10's rolling in at pretty good prices. They got two locations about ten blocks apart in the east and west side of NYC.

D.NYC

11-01-13 06:56 AM

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Originally Posted by arraamis (Post 16208835)

Contact Chris @sid's

When I was searching for my 10-2, Sid's had quite a few closeouts and some new 2014 CAAD10's rolling in at pretty good prices. They got two locations about ten blocks apart in the east and west side of NYC.

Thanks [MENTION=354724]arraamis[/MENTION]! I will check them out as soon as possible.

Whizzer283

11-01-13 04:30 PM

While you're at it, check out Paragon's which is near Sid's West Side. Both shops will give you a 10% off if you are a Transportation Alternatives member.

incredibleting

11-01-13 05:33 PM

Lots of changes since I last posted.

http://i.imgur.com/hY4AyyWl.jpg

dvdslw

11-01-13 06:23 PM

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Originally Posted by incredibleting (Post 16211773)

Lots of changes since I last posted.

http://i.imgur.com/hY4AyyWl.jpg

That bike is BADA**!!!

lordromanov01

11-02-13 04:24 PM

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Originally Posted by incredibleting (Post 16211773)

Lots of changes since I last posted.

http://i.imgur.com/hY4AyyWl.jpg

wow.

gsa103

11-02-13 05:22 PM

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Originally Posted by Pinkbullet3 (Post 16199853)

Try pads first. If you still want to upgrade match calipers to shifters. Shimano and SRAM have different cable pull rates.

vivalaking

11-02-13 09:07 PM

how good is the SRAM Red 22 compared to the 6800? I'm on the fence between the 2014 Black inc and the 10-3. Really liking the 10-3, don't know enough about the Sram groupset to know whether i'd like it. Weight isn't an issue, i've got loads to lose off my lardass. I won't be able to check out an LBS for a while as I'm travelling, if any of you guys can weigh in I'd appreciate it. Thanks!

I'll be doing lots of 40-60 mile rides, which is what I do now on my Schwinn, and the occasional race...working up to those.

99Klein

11-02-13 10:41 PM

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Originally Posted by dvdslw (Post 16211874)

That bike is BADA**!!!

Nebby10

11-03-13 07:01 AM

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Originally Posted by vivalaking (Post 16214340)

When figuring out the build for my new bike I went through a similar problem (though Red22 vs DA9000) and test rode my friend's bike for a weekend with Red22. In short, if weight isn't a concern I'd go for Shimano primarily because you're already used to the shifting method.

The Red22's Yaw front derailleur is quite good and comparable with the 9000's with the 9000 shifting smoother while the Red22 feels more solid albeit slightly noisier when it shifts. For me though, I had never ridden a SRAM groupset and over the course of the weekend I found that it took a fair amount of focus to remember to shift properly using the SRAM style shifters. I would probably get used to it after some time if I did go with the Red22, but why go through that if I can just go Shimano and have a system I'm used to already? :)

All just my opinion, but I hope that helps :)

rangerdavid

11-03-13 07:35 AM

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Originally Posted by lazybeans (Post 16199677)

https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-M...282111-001.jpg

CAAD 10-2 Force Racing Edition. Not everyone's preferred graphics/color, but it's a sweet bike nonetheless.

I haven't seen that color combination!!! SWEET!!!

jdms mvp

11-04-13 01:05 PM

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Originally Posted by incredibleting (Post 16211773)

Lots of changes since I last posted.

http://i.imgur.com/hY4AyyWl.jpg

http://media.ziptied.com/members/fil...lh1io1_400.gif

marito1507

11-04-13 01:25 PM

recently swapped stem and seatpost for thomson. they're pretty awesome!

http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5498/1...649450b2_z.jpg
new thomson stem & post #cannondale #caad#roadbike #tryme***** by marioalegre, on Flickr

longbeachgary

11-04-13 05:25 PM

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Originally Posted by marito1507 (Post 16218482)

Great looking bike. What's in the bottles?

marito1507

11-04-13 09:30 PM

thank you, h2o!

longbeachgary

11-06-13 09:18 AM

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Originally Posted by marito1507 (Post 16219971)

thank you, h2o!

HaHa, I thought it was orange stuff in a clear bottle and it's clear stuff in an orange bottle.....

bradtx

11-07-13 05:40 AM

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I bought a CAAD3 for parts to use on an '86 SR build. The OP attempted to rebuild it as a hybrid. :(

Overall it was nicer than the price suggested so the SR build was put on hold and I built a replacement distance roadie. Originally a '99 R1000T.

Brad

http://bikeforums.net/attachment.php...hmentid=349624

longbeachgary

11-07-13 01:48 PM

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Originally Posted by bradtx (Post 16226501)

Great score.

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