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Yeah, the wheel set is listed at 2021 grams so I guess that offsets the full carbon fork and seat post. Also running SRAM Apex group so not saving weight there. Got the frame set used and transferred parts from cheaper bike. Still an upgrade for me so I'm very pleased with it so far
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i turnt things up to 11 speed and 11t.
while i was busy buying and swapping free bodies on my wheel sets sigh.... i bought some fulcrum 7s 11spd. They weigh a million grams, but they are my favorite no-care wheel. i've had like 3 sets, keep buying em and riding them to the grave!
while i was busy buying and swapping free bodies on my wheel sets sigh.... i bought some fulcrum 7s 11spd. They weigh a million grams, but they are my favorite no-care wheel. i've had like 3 sets, keep buying em and riding them to the grave!
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I just picked up a 2011 CAAD 10 last week. So, I'll consider myself part of the cult.
I got a smokin' deal on it - $700. (https://www.bikeforums.net/road-cycli...ease-help.html)
All I did to it was add a cateye wireless computer.
Thoughts?
I got a smokin' deal on it - $700. (https://www.bikeforums.net/road-cycli...ease-help.html)
All I did to it was add a cateye wireless computer.
Thoughts?
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I just picked up a 2011 CAAD 10 last week. So, I'll consider myself part of the cult.
I got a smokin' deal on it - $700. (https://www.bikeforums.net/road-cycli...ease-help.html)
All I did to it was add a cateye wireless computer.
Thoughts?
I got a smokin' deal on it - $700. (https://www.bikeforums.net/road-cycli...ease-help.html)
All I did to it was add a cateye wireless computer.
Thoughts?
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Thanks!! The guy on CL listed it for $1000... I offered him $700 - he agreed and I ran to snatch it.
I had a chance to ride it about 60 miles this week. And let me tell you.. it's a much better commuter than my CX Fantom! Huge difference! - so much faster, lighter and better shifting. I'll keep the CX Fantom for the gravel and fire trails. But the CAAD10 will be my go to road/commuter bike!
Pic from my commute:
I had a chance to ride it about 60 miles this week. And let me tell you.. it's a much better commuter than my CX Fantom! Huge difference! - so much faster, lighter and better shifting. I'll keep the CX Fantom for the gravel and fire trails. But the CAAD10 will be my go to road/commuter bike!
Pic from my commute:
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Hi,
New to the CAAD10 family, as I recently purchased a '14 w/ 105. It's absolutely a great bike, but since I wanted a pure 105+ build, was looking to replace at least the crank and the Tektros (likely to either a 105 or Ultegra).
That all said, I happened upon what appears to be a great deal for a new-old-stock set of Hollowgrams SIs (not the SiSL2) for about $500.00 USD. While I've read nothing but great things about this crank/chainset, I've also read some comments to the effect that cranks being, well, just cranks and therefore unworthy of much focus or source of spending. So being somewhat new to biking, I'm therefore wondering if the Hollowgrams are indeed a wise long-term purchase, or if I'm better of going another route. Also, while I intend to replace the wheels - I don't plan to do so until I drop below about 170/175 given some of the weight limits on the nicer sets.
Thanks, everyone.
New to the CAAD10 family, as I recently purchased a '14 w/ 105. It's absolutely a great bike, but since I wanted a pure 105+ build, was looking to replace at least the crank and the Tektros (likely to either a 105 or Ultegra).
That all said, I happened upon what appears to be a great deal for a new-old-stock set of Hollowgrams SIs (not the SiSL2) for about $500.00 USD. While I've read nothing but great things about this crank/chainset, I've also read some comments to the effect that cranks being, well, just cranks and therefore unworthy of much focus or source of spending. So being somewhat new to biking, I'm therefore wondering if the Hollowgrams are indeed a wise long-term purchase, or if I'm better of going another route. Also, while I intend to replace the wheels - I don't plan to do so until I drop below about 170/175 given some of the weight limits on the nicer sets.
Thanks, everyone.
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Hi,
New to the CAAD10 family, as I recently purchased a '14 w/ 105. It's absolutely a great bike, but since I wanted a pure 105+ build, was looking to replace at least the crank and the Tektros (likely to either a 105 or Ultegra).
That all said, I happened upon what appears to be a great deal for a new-old-stock set of Hollowgrams SIs (not the SiSL2) for about $500.00 USD. While I've read nothing but great things about this crank/chainset, I've also read some comments to the effect that cranks being, well, just cranks and therefore unworthy of much focus or source of spending. So being somewhat new to biking, I'm therefore wondering if the Hollowgrams are indeed a wise long-term purchase, or if I'm better of going another route. Also, while I intend to replace the wheels - I don't plan to do so until I drop below about 170/175 given some of the weight limits on the nicer sets.
Thanks, everyone.
New to the CAAD10 family, as I recently purchased a '14 w/ 105. It's absolutely a great bike, but since I wanted a pure 105+ build, was looking to replace at least the crank and the Tektros (likely to either a 105 or Ultegra).
That all said, I happened upon what appears to be a great deal for a new-old-stock set of Hollowgrams SIs (not the SiSL2) for about $500.00 USD. While I've read nothing but great things about this crank/chainset, I've also read some comments to the effect that cranks being, well, just cranks and therefore unworthy of much focus or source of spending. So being somewhat new to biking, I'm therefore wondering if the Hollowgrams are indeed a wise long-term purchase, or if I'm better of going another route. Also, while I intend to replace the wheels - I don't plan to do so until I drop below about 170/175 given some of the weight limits on the nicer sets.
Thanks, everyone.
The FSA crank grabs the chain and the brakes stop you right? As a beginner, that's all you need.
Use that money to invest in quality clothing/computers/shoes/pedals/etc and clock 2500 miles on your bike before you decide it you want to upgrade something. That will show you 1. if you like biking or not and 2. How much you need to improve before you need your bike to improve (because in all honesty, it's rarely the bike that holds someone back, rather the person holding the bike back).
And lastly, when you replace something that doesnt need replacing, your have an initial "yeah that was a great choice" followed by a "wow, i just wasted my money because I spent 500$ to do nothing more than the exact same thing"
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A $700 complete CAAD10! Wow! I'd buy 2 at that price.
My CAAD10 is my most reliable bike that I own, and since I have wanted to start commuting to work by bike and a managerial change so I can store my bike inside my work, I have set up my CAAD10 for some commuter duty. Basically I just moved the stem up 2 spacers, and zip-tied a head lamp to the bars. I left my cheap-o bike like at my college apartment, so I had to make do with what I have here. It works, and I only have to ride at night twice a week. I ride with a messenger bag full of my work clothes. Here in a week or two, I'll talk to my manager about storing my work clothes at work, or try to find a place to hide a change of clothes. Today will be commute number 3. Here's a picture I snapped behind work.
P.S. Keen eyes might notice the attachments for Mud Crud MKII fenders. I finally picked up a pair. I haven't mounted the whole system up, but I decided to leave those tabs on since I'm not trying to show off the bike and in the event I need to place my rear fender on quickly.
My CAAD10 is my most reliable bike that I own, and since I have wanted to start commuting to work by bike and a managerial change so I can store my bike inside my work, I have set up my CAAD10 for some commuter duty. Basically I just moved the stem up 2 spacers, and zip-tied a head lamp to the bars. I left my cheap-o bike like at my college apartment, so I had to make do with what I have here. It works, and I only have to ride at night twice a week. I ride with a messenger bag full of my work clothes. Here in a week or two, I'll talk to my manager about storing my work clothes at work, or try to find a place to hide a change of clothes. Today will be commute number 3. Here's a picture I snapped behind work.
P.S. Keen eyes might notice the attachments for Mud Crud MKII fenders. I finally picked up a pair. I haven't mounted the whole system up, but I decided to leave those tabs on since I'm not trying to show off the bike and in the event I need to place my rear fender on quickly.
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I have two of the 105 caad10s. On one I replaced the crank with the SLK and the other I kept stock. There is absolutely no difference between the performance of the two cranks that I can tell. I did replace the shifters, brakes and rear derailures on both with Ultegra and the wheels with Kysiurm Elites. The wheels made the biggest difference.
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I would just stick with what you have until you wear it out. Being new to biking,upgrading will only make you feel better and not make you into a better rider.
The FSA crank grabs the chain and the brakes stop you right? As a beginner, that's all you need.
Use that money to invest in quality clothing/computers/shoes/pedals/etc and clock 2500 miles on your bike before you decide it you want to upgrade something. That will show you 1. if you like biking or not and 2. How much you need to improve before you need your bike to improve (because in all honesty, it's rarely the bike that holds someone back, rather the person holding the bike back).
And lastly, when you replace something that doesnt need replacing, your have an initial "yeah that was a great choice" followed by a "wow, i just wasted my money because I spent 500$ to do nothing more than the exact same thing"
The FSA crank grabs the chain and the brakes stop you right? As a beginner, that's all you need.
Use that money to invest in quality clothing/computers/shoes/pedals/etc and clock 2500 miles on your bike before you decide it you want to upgrade something. That will show you 1. if you like biking or not and 2. How much you need to improve before you need your bike to improve (because in all honesty, it's rarely the bike that holds someone back, rather the person holding the bike back).
And lastly, when you replace something that doesnt need replacing, your have an initial "yeah that was a great choice" followed by a "wow, i just wasted my money because I spent 500$ to do nothing more than the exact same thing"
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Hi,
New to the CAAD10 family, as I recently purchased a '14 w/ 105. It's absolutely a great bike, but since I wanted a pure 105+ build, was looking to replace at least the crank and the Tektros (likely to either a 105 or Ultegra).
That all said, I happened upon what appears to be a great deal for a new-old-stock set of Hollowgrams SIs (not the SiSL2) for about $500.00 USD. While I've read nothing but great things about this crank/chainset, I've also read some comments to the effect that cranks being, well, just cranks and therefore unworthy of much focus or source of spending. So being somewhat new to biking, I'm therefore wondering if the Hollowgrams are indeed a wise long-term purchase, or if I'm better of going another route. Also, while I intend to replace the wheels - I don't plan to do so until I drop below about 170/175 given some of the weight limits on the nicer sets.
Thanks, everyone.
New to the CAAD10 family, as I recently purchased a '14 w/ 105. It's absolutely a great bike, but since I wanted a pure 105+ build, was looking to replace at least the crank and the Tektros (likely to either a 105 or Ultegra).
That all said, I happened upon what appears to be a great deal for a new-old-stock set of Hollowgrams SIs (not the SiSL2) for about $500.00 USD. While I've read nothing but great things about this crank/chainset, I've also read some comments to the effect that cranks being, well, just cranks and therefore unworthy of much focus or source of spending. So being somewhat new to biking, I'm therefore wondering if the Hollowgrams are indeed a wise long-term purchase, or if I'm better of going another route. Also, while I intend to replace the wheels - I don't plan to do so until I drop below about 170/175 given some of the weight limits on the nicer sets.
Thanks, everyone.
I just bought another 6700 crank of eBay for $160-shipped in new condition, the first one was $200. In my experience, the 6700 crank shifts way better than 5700, and way way way better than FSA. I really wanted SiSL2 but that thing is $900. I vote you get a 6700 crank and wait for an SiSL2. There are a ton of crank options out there with SiSL parts and other stuff, but it's hard to beat the value of a clearance 6700 crank. Praxis rings might be another option, but I have no experience with those.
Dura-Ace cables were also a huge upgrade in shift quality.
Lots of shops seem to be selling demo Zipp 101s for about the same price or less than Zipp 30s, I recommend that and like my set.
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is this a good deal? how do i know its a legit caad8 since it's stripped?
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trying to get into my first caad and build it from the ground up.
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trying to get into my first caad and build it from the ground up.
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is this a good deal? how do i know its a legit caad8 since it's stripped?
attached are more pictures
trying to get into my first caad and build it from the ground up.
attached are more pictures
trying to get into my first caad and build it from the ground up.
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A $700 complete CAAD10! Wow! I'd buy 2 at that price.
My CAAD10 is my most reliable bike that I own, and since I have wanted to start commuting to work by bike and a managerial change so I can store my bike inside my work, I have set up my CAAD10 for some commuter duty. Basically I just moved the stem up 2 spacers, and zip-tied a head lamp to the bars. I left my cheap-o bike like at my college apartment, so I had to make do with what I have here. It works, and I only have to ride at night twice a week. I ride with a messenger bag full of my work clothes. Here in a week or two, I'll talk to my manager about storing my work clothes at work, or try to find a place to hide a change of clothes. Today will be commute number 3. Here's a picture I snapped behind work.
P.S. Keen eyes might notice the attachments for Mud Crud MKII fenders. I finally picked up a pair. I haven't mounted the whole system up, but I decided to leave those tabs on since I'm not trying to show off the bike and in the event I need to place my rear fender on quickly.
My CAAD10 is my most reliable bike that I own, and since I have wanted to start commuting to work by bike and a managerial change so I can store my bike inside my work, I have set up my CAAD10 for some commuter duty. Basically I just moved the stem up 2 spacers, and zip-tied a head lamp to the bars. I left my cheap-o bike like at my college apartment, so I had to make do with what I have here. It works, and I only have to ride at night twice a week. I ride with a messenger bag full of my work clothes. Here in a week or two, I'll talk to my manager about storing my work clothes at work, or try to find a place to hide a change of clothes. Today will be commute number 3. Here's a picture I snapped behind work.
P.S. Keen eyes might notice the attachments for Mud Crud MKII fenders. I finally picked up a pair. I haven't mounted the whole system up, but I decided to leave those tabs on since I'm not trying to show off the bike and in the event I need to place my rear fender on quickly.
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Commuting on it is fun! Way snappier and reliable than my usual commuter at college. Plus I don't get to go out and ride much, so this gives me an excuse to ride it at least 5 times a week.
I work in a garden center at a hardware store, so I don't have any drawers or anything where I can stash stuff. It sure would be nice though! We have a basket that we put our water bottles and the price tags that stays inside at night and is outside during the day, so I might stash clothes there and hope no one complains, haha. Fortunately (and unfortunately) my commute is about 1 1/2 miles straight to work. That is down a rather busy road though, so I'm starting to take back roads to both add-on, and avoid as much traffic as possible. There's a decent hill to climb behind my work too!
I don't know an awful lot about these era Cannondale's or their pricing. I can say the last one has integrated shifters (modern), so gear changes will be within easy reach, especially on a climb or sprint. I can say the white one is about the exact Cannondale I want to buy. I'd love to have one of those for commuting. The only thing I would really change about it is I wish it were red/white or black/white.
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Thank you! The colourway has grown on me tremendously. I originally was hoping they'd have the black/white one, but I almost prefer this one now. I still would like to have a black CAAD though....
Commuting on it is fun! Way snappier and reliable than my usual commuter at college. Plus I don't get to go out and ride much, so this gives me an excuse to ride it at least 5 times a week.
I work in a garden center at a hardware store, so I don't have any drawers or anything where I can stash stuff. It sure would be nice though! We have a basket that we put our water bottles and the price tags that stays inside at night and is outside during the day, so I might stash clothes there and hope no one complains, haha. Fortunately (and unfortunately) my commute is about 1 1/2 miles straight to work. That is down a rather busy road though, so I'm starting to take back roads to both add-on, and avoid as much traffic as possible. There's a decent hill to climb behind my work too!
I don't know an awful lot about these era Cannondale's or their pricing. I can say the last one has integrated shifters (modern), so gear changes will be within easy reach, especially on a climb or sprint. I can say the white one is about the exact Cannondale I want to buy. I'd love to have one of those for commuting. The only thing I would really change about it is I wish it were red/white or black/white.
Commuting on it is fun! Way snappier and reliable than my usual commuter at college. Plus I don't get to go out and ride much, so this gives me an excuse to ride it at least 5 times a week.
I work in a garden center at a hardware store, so I don't have any drawers or anything where I can stash stuff. It sure would be nice though! We have a basket that we put our water bottles and the price tags that stays inside at night and is outside during the day, so I might stash clothes there and hope no one complains, haha. Fortunately (and unfortunately) my commute is about 1 1/2 miles straight to work. That is down a rather busy road though, so I'm starting to take back roads to both add-on, and avoid as much traffic as possible. There's a decent hill to climb behind my work too!
I don't know an awful lot about these era Cannondale's or their pricing. I can say the last one has integrated shifters (modern), so gear changes will be within easy reach, especially on a climb or sprint. I can say the white one is about the exact Cannondale I want to buy. I'd love to have one of those for commuting. The only thing I would really change about it is I wish it were red/white or black/white.
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I do not leave it out there. I didn't think the old manager would allow me to lock it up inside, so I never rode it. The new manager is pretty relaxed, so he lets me keep it inside. I have a secret spot I store it while I'm out working.
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