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I just bought a 2013 Synapse 5 105 and love it.
I tried the Roubaix, Sectuer, Madone 3.1 and Defy alu.
The fit and ride on the Synapse worked the best for me.
I thought long and hard about going carbon, but all the
roads are flat here, and the best rides locally, Suncoast and Flatwoods,
are smoothly paved, so I just couldn't justify the cost of carbon.
I am REALLY happy with the Synapse in alu, and just rode it last
night. Every time, it just feels like one of the best purchases that I've ever made.
I, also, had a 2005 Allez Elite, and it was nice, but the geo of the
Synapse is better for me. As you can see, all the models that I was
looking at were relaxed geometry. I think the CAAD 10's are sweet,
just not for my needs.
BTW, I'm 51 and just a cruiser (16-19 mph) roadie.
Good luck.

S.

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Originally Posted by Lazy Dog (Post 15932845)

Why of why did I have to read your post in this thread? I am a current Specialized Roubaix owner and love my bike. However, I've been thinking about doing the same thing you did and want to add a CAAD-10 to my stable. I want a decent backup bike, am intrigued by the benefits/weight of aluminum and plan to use the CAAD on my shorter, faster rides. My only dilemma comes down to which groupset I want and/or the color selections. I find this year's color choices rather boring in the CAAD-10. I love the light blue and orange (Gulf Racing Scheme) paint scheme from last year, but they're impossible to find.

My CAAD10 has the 2011(10?) spec Rival with Force cranks. Pretty reasonable and snappy. My Roubaix has mostly DA 7800 and there's no denying how damn sweet that groupset is. The bikes compliment each other well IMO. (justify, justify....)