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I killed my Cannondale SuperSix :(

Old 08-06-14, 07:53 PM
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I killed my Cannondale SuperSix :(

But on a brighter note I did not injure myself more than I did.
Been riding 20+ years, so this was quite a shock.





I rear-ended a parked truck that was on the access road. I never saw it sitting there.
Severely sprained my left wrist, and broke a bone in my right arm, which now has a metal plate. Also broke my helmet, so I'm very lucky not to have a head injury.

This was my dream bike, so I'm trying to figure out where to go from here. But I will ride again. Never even got around to removing the dork disc, sigh.

Should I get another Supersix, or a Specialized Tarmac or Roubeaux? I am leaning towards a specialized.
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Old 08-06-14, 07:59 PM
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Heal fast!

Be more careful next time!
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Old 08-06-14, 08:00 PM
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tough way to go.... freak mishap... just not paying attention.. that sucks.
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Old 08-06-14, 08:19 PM
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If the SS was your dream why Specialized? Get a SS EVO Hi-Mod.
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Old 08-06-14, 08:29 PM
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Hope you heal quickly and well.

You will be turning this in to your insurance?

And get another Super Six!
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Old 08-06-14, 08:36 PM
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Get it fixed ?
At least get an estimate.
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Old 08-06-14, 08:38 PM
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Don't forget if you bought it new they usually will give you a great deal on a crash replacement frame.
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Old 08-06-14, 08:51 PM
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That sucks! But on the flip side, you'll never run into a parked truck ever again!
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Old 08-06-14, 08:58 PM
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Is this the reason for the crash? https://cdn.thatssotrue.com/2012/2/23...1330031390.gif

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Old 08-06-14, 10:48 PM
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Meh, that will buff right out.

+1 on crash replacing your current frame, if it's your dream bike.
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Meh, that will buff right out
Are you talking about the arm or bike frame?
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I have same injury, the wrist is a ***** to bring back to somewhat normal , get ready to have a clammy hand for a long time , on the bright side it only took me 90 days to start riding again but have to take it nice and slow for the wrist. Heal fast !!
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Originally Posted by TrojanHorse View Post
Meh, that will buff right out.
But does the radio still work?
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Good that you are OK.

I remember when I first started riding, I heard about a local rider who rear-ended a parked truck on a fast descent and died.
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Old 08-07-14, 07:58 AM
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Good that you are OK.

I remember when I first started riding, I heard about a local rider who rear-ended a parked truck on a fast descent and died.
I know a guy who rides a Madone that rear ended a parked truck, totaled his bike, and woke up several hours later in the bed of the pick up truck. Fortunately he lived to ride again.
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I would get a 2014+ Supersix Evo. The offer so many models in different groupsets, Hi-MOd or normal, just incase your worried about $$. I just got the normal mod Ultegra Racing Edition and I love it.
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Originally Posted by richeydog View Post
That is a danger to all motorists, cyclists, and pedestrians. I'm not saying it should be outlawed, just be aware of the danger.
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If the components and groupset are still ok, just get a SS EVO Hi-Mod frame and swap everything over. It's nice to look at different frames but keep in mind you may have to get used to a new geometry, which means at least a couple weeks of adjustment and maybe numb hands/feet/legs/ass etc. until you get everything lined up. It took me over a month to finally adjust to my own Evo and only now I am really enjoying the bike.
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I'd just replace the frame and any other components that are done for.
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The hi mod is about 50 grams lighter than the regular, but a pretty good step up in price.

Just sayin...I have a hi mod but no way I'd have that if I was not in the biz. Seriously.
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Originally Posted by roadwarrior View Post
The hi mod is about 50 grams lighter than the regular, but a pretty good step up in price.

Just sayin...I have a hi mod but no way I'd have that if I was not in the biz. Seriously.
Weight aside it's a different frame profile and rides different.
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Weight aside it's a different frame profile and rides different.
I know. I have two.

For the additional money, I am not sure it is worth it for the fun rider folks.
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My shop is checking on frames, but I haven't heard yet. I wasn't sure how big a bargain I would get on the frame.
I know I would need 1 ultegra shifter/brake. I guess it depends on what Cannondale offers.
As far as new bikes, I am not digging the colors schemes on the Cannondales in my price range. Hopefully the 2015s will be out soon and I will like them better.
Thanks for the encouragement everyone.
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Originally Posted by Nachoman View Post
I know a guy who rides a Madone that rear ended a parked truck, totaled his bike, and woke up several hours later in the bed of the pick up truck. Fortunately he lived to ride again.
I know it's wrong, but I was truly LOL at this.
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