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GEN, do you or anybody know how long the stock c2 seatpost was? i won't have access to my bike so can't measure. are they sized to the frame size?
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Originally Posted by hkboy313
(Post 12147342)
GEN, do you or anybody know how long the stock c2 seatpost was? i won't have access to my bike so can't measure. are they sized to the frame size?
It's 300mm. |
Originally Posted by arizonamed
(Post 12147201)
Here's my R1000 CAAD7.
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Originally Posted by nathan84318
(Post 12146678)
Just get Tacx Tao's and call it a day
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Originally Posted by 2ndGen
(Post 12147496)
I just measured the C2 I took out of my CAAD when I replaced it with the carbon Cyrano.
It's 300mm. |
Originally Posted by hkboy313
(Post 12147662)
crap, i got the 330mm fizik...
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i was freaking out because i think my post only comes out 4-5 inches....did you get yours cut? is carbon safer to cut than aluminum? (sorry for the noob question)
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Originally Posted by arizonamed
(Post 12147822)
I picked it up off of CL in a slightly less than ethical way ......
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That made me laugh. I personally don't think YOU were unethical. I know there is a debate on CL ethics, however, if he said you're the first and come see it, I think he owed it to you for the first right of refusal. I'm not sure I would have had the 'nads to do what you did, but respect it immensely. :thumb:
BTW, will you take $600? :innocent: |
Originally Posted by hkboy313
(Post 12147819)
i was freaking out because i think my post only comes out 4-5 inches....did you get yours cut? is carbon safer to cut than aluminum? (sorry for the noob question)
As for cutting it, the guys at ww (WeightWeenies) would be better equipped to answer that. Why cut it? To save a few grams (the wait of a couple of business cards?)? My opinion: Leave it as is. Better safe than sorry. :) |
Originally Posted by arizonamed
(Post 12147879)
The bike was posted on a Friday morning at about 8:15am and I noticed it around 8:25. $500, no actual photo just a statement that it was in new condition, under 300 miles. So I call the guy and he says nobody had looked at it, come on down and its yours. I said I'll be there in 30 minutes.
So I hop in the car and drive clear across town to the guy's house. I pull up to his driveway and there is another guy standing there with a check in his hand talking to the seller. I am pissed, obviously. I get out and the seller says sorry he got here first I'm selling it to him. I asked the kid if he was paying with a check, he said yes. So I offer the seller $550 cash. He fumbles some words, a little uneasy about the proposition. The other buyer chimes in, he offers to write a $550 check. So I get my cash out, walk up to the guy and put it in his hands. Next thing I know I'm loading the bike in my trunk and the seller brings out an unopened set of Speedplay cleats for me to use with the pedals that came on the bike. The other buyer is shell-shocked, and he runs over offering to buy the bike from me for $575. I said sorry, but no thanks, and drove away. I picked up a set of Dura-Ace 7800 shifters for $135. that were practically new "take-offs" like that. I didn't try to nickel & dime the guy. I told him I'd be happy to give him the original asking price, no negotiation. He even dropped the price $10. for me being so pleasant and then another $5. on the day I picked them up. He was happy to sell them to me. :D You did good! |
Guys! Should I pull the trigger on a 2011 Cannondale CAAD10-4 !?!?
I been researching for the last 6 months. And Spring is around the corner. $1,700 with either 10% off or 10% back instore credit on bike clothings. |
Originally Posted by arizonamed
(Post 12147201)
Here's my R1000 CAAD7.
http://i1218.photobucket.com/albums/...d/IMAG0052.jpg http://i966.photobucket.com/albums/a...7/DSCF3028.jpg |
Originally Posted by UNLTD1487
(Post 12149159)
Guys! Should I pull the trigger on a 2011 Cannondale CAAD10-4 !?!?
I been researching for the last 6 months. And Spring is around the corner. $1,700 with either 10% off or 10% back instore credit on bike clothings. |
Originally Posted by lechat
(Post 12149282)
here's my '03 Caad7. frame weight is comparable to the Caad10s.
http://i966.photobucket.com/albums/a...7/DSCF3028.jpg |
Originally Posted by hkboy313
(Post 12147819)
i was freaking out because i think my post only comes out 4-5 inches....did you get yours cut? is carbon safer to cut than aluminum? (sorry for the noob question)
Obviously measure three times and cut once. As far as the actual cutting, use a fine toothed hack saw blade, mask off the area to be cut, and afterwards apply some clear nail polish to finish off the cut site and you should be fine. Park Tools has a great article on the subject as always. |
Originally Posted by UNLTD1487
(Post 12149159)
Guys! Should I pull the trigger on a 2011 Cannondale CAAD10-4 !?!?
I been researching for the last 6 months. And Spring is around the corner. $1,700 with either 10% off or 10% back instore credit on bike clothings. I have a 10-4 buried a few pages back, it's a great bike you will not be disappointed. |
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Originally Posted by alexgate
(Post 12138806)
How much are you paying? You shouldnt be paying anymore then around 1300 for the 105 and 1500 for the sram.
I would love to get a CAAD10-4 for $1,500 including tax. |
Originally Posted by hkboy313
(Post 12150855)
whats the difference between the caad7,8 & 9? your 7 really looks like a 9 except for the logo on frame. nice bike :)
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Originally Posted by hkboy313
(Post 12150855)
whats the difference between the caad7,8 & 9? your 7 really looks like a 9 except for the logo on frame. nice bike :)
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I am getting the CAAD10 5. The specs say that the tire size is 700x23c. Will this spare tube fit? http://www.performancebike.com/bikes..._1034747_-1___
It says the size is 700x23-26. I am not sure if 23-26 means that it will fit anything in that range or is a specific number. Also, is that a pretty durable tube? I have agreed for the shop to add those rubber linings between the tube and the tire as well to make them thorn resistant. I don't know if this was a good idea or if it will make the bike ride too stiff. Would like to hear some opinions on this, as well as the accurate name for that part. |
Originally Posted by Excelsius
(Post 12151624)
I am getting the CAAD10 5. The specs say that the tire size is 700x23c. Will this spare tube fit? http://www.performancebike.com/bikes..._1034747_-1___
It says the size is 700x23-26. I am not sure if 23-26 means that it will fit anything in that range or is a specific number. Also, is that a pretty durable tube? I have agreed for the shop to add those rubber linings between the tube and the tire as well to make them thorn resistant. I don't know if this was a good idea or if it will make the bike ride too stiff. Would like to hear some opinions on this, as well as the accurate name for that part. Matter of fact, buy at least 4 tubes. 2 to replace the tubes that come with your bike, and 2 spares (one you carry and one you have at home to replace the one you use on the road if you get a flat). You'll avoid a lot of headaches by getting good tubes and the price difference is negligible. |
ya it sound ok but be careful with pinching. when the shop gives my tubes they run 18 or 19 - 23c i think.
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Since I drooled through this whole thread, I HAVE to get my 98 R200 CAAD2 out... I'm 12 weeks post Total Knee Replacement, riding my hybrid on the indoor trainer, and planning to hit the trails with my MTB. But after this thread, I need to get that R200 out and put it on the trainer instead. Originally bought for my wife in 98, she wanted a triple crankset, so we splurged and upgraded to 105 triple and front derraileur. All the bike needs is tires/tubes, brake pads and bar tape. And a real good cleaning. Maybe a pic of it dirty later today.
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