Dedorking my CAAD
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I normally don't say anything about the dork disc, but that one is... wow. Is that stock or did you put that thing on there?
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I say try and get a set of neon green cable housing...except the RD housing, leave that black... that (for no other purpose than looks) would be awesome.
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he took off reflectors, saddle bag, flipped stem and new bottle cages. (I think thats it)
I think neon cables as mickeyboyaz suggested would be a step in the wrong direction. (IMO of course). you could really turn this into a sexy bike, I wouldn't over do it. I think subtle touches and accents would look better.
I think a set of michelin pro 3's green would look good. take off the dork disc like your planning, I'd look into an FSA black or get a 105 or ultegra crankset. If and when you get more serious, get a new wheelset and call the bike good.
look into the specialized s works shoe (special edition neon green) I think it would look swanky!!! https://lammaju.com/index.php?act=viewProd&productId=91
I think neon cables as mickeyboyaz suggested would be a step in the wrong direction. (IMO of course). you could really turn this into a sexy bike, I wouldn't over do it. I think subtle touches and accents would look better.
I think a set of michelin pro 3's green would look good. take off the dork disc like your planning, I'd look into an FSA black or get a 105 or ultegra crankset. If and when you get more serious, get a new wheelset and call the bike good.
look into the specialized s works shoe (special edition neon green) I think it would look swanky!!! https://lammaju.com/index.php?act=viewProd&productId=91
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I would try yellow bar tape and a yellow seat, maybe yellow cages. Sorry, I hate the chunky looking cages you put on.
Oh that is green, nevermind.
Oh that is green, nevermind.
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Stop cross chaining your bike.

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Ima loving the shoes! I agree, I think I'm going to limit the green on the bike to what Cannondale put on it. Black will the direction for future upgrades...maybe allowing in some white decals.
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I guess you failed at those kid's picture games of "spot the differences" ?
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he took off reflectors, saddle bag, flipped stem and new bottle cages. (I think thats it)
I think neon cables as mickeyboyaz suggested would be a step in the wrong direction. (IMO of course). you could really turn this into a sexy bike, I wouldn't over do it. I think subtle touches and accents would look better.
I think a set of michelin pro 3's green would look good. take off the dork disc like your planning, I'd look into an FSA black or get a 105 or ultegra crankset. If and when you get more serious, get a new wheelset and call the bike good.
look into the specialized s works shoe (special edition neon green) I think it would look swanky!!! https://lammaju.com/index.php?act=viewProd&productId=91
I think neon cables as mickeyboyaz suggested would be a step in the wrong direction. (IMO of course). you could really turn this into a sexy bike, I wouldn't over do it. I think subtle touches and accents would look better.
I think a set of michelin pro 3's green would look good. take off the dork disc like your planning, I'd look into an FSA black or get a 105 or ultegra crankset. If and when you get more serious, get a new wheelset and call the bike good.
look into the specialized s works shoe (special edition neon green) I think it would look swanky!!! https://lammaju.com/index.php?act=viewProd&productId=91
I keep staring at the top tube, it almost looks like it slopes upward, a slight bow.
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I'll try to get a picture of my buddy that has a black cervelo with this neon green accent and post it for ya. he has the michelin pro race 3s in green and the specialized s works shoe I posted. looks awesome!
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That was just a quick google image search to show him. I HIGHLY doubt thats a lagit deal. those shoes retail for $350. Some people dont like the flashy look. I didnt when i first started and couldn't for the life of me understand why ANYONE would want flashy shoes that didn't match their bib kit. the look has grown on me.
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I think instead of removing the dork disc, you should get an even bigger one with a cool design that starts to have an aero advantage (toroidal dimpled dork discs anyone?).
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