Upgrading to Full Carbon road bike.

[gummibear]

The CAAD 10 was a bike that I was looking at. There is just something about Cannondale that I like.

 

Can't go wrong with a CaaD10

[Winstonian1984]

For 30k you could have a Scott Foil 20

 

http://www.bicycling.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/Scott_Foil20.jpg

 

Then i will have to wait even longer. I am favouring the Cannondale supersix evo 5 105 @ R24k. Just depends how the Will power goes.

[TopFuel]

 

 

Then i will have to wait even longer. I am favouring the Cannondale supersix evo 5 105 @ R24k. Just depends how the Will power goes.

 

That Cannondale is a fantastic option. A top drawer frame with reasonably good components. Get it, you won't be disappointed.

[Christie]

 

 

A company called De-Tect can perform a radiographic scan of your bike and find those cracks for you, alu or carbon frames. Give them a call.

X-ray doesnt work for detecting cracks in carbon. The best technique is flash thermography afik, but that is seriously expensive.

 

 

Met a guy on the road today, he said I should keep my 11.5kg tank and use it for training, and when I get a carbon bike, use it on racedays. Is this a wise idea?

My problem with that is then you have a 30k bike that you ride only 10 to 20 days in the year - not good imo. Secondly, you wont generate more power on a heavy bike, you will just climb a hill slightly slower. I do not see how that will translate into a training benefit.

To add to his questions I am 1.95 and weigh 110kg. Can carbon or hybrid handel extra weight ... Should I stay with alloy? My budget is a little lower at 15. And better frame or better components?

At your weight, a steel or carbon frame will be the best option, these frames are stronger than aluminium in general. Several of my big riding buddies have broken their alu frames.

[Winstonian1984]

 

My problem with that is then you have a 30k bike that you ride only 10 to 20 days in the year - not good imo. Secondly, you wont generate more power on a heavy bike, you will just climb a hill slightly slower. I do not see how that will translate into a training benefit.

 

 

You make a valid point with ride a 30k bike 10-20 days a year. As for the training benefit, maybe it will be more psycological than physiological.

['Dale]

 

 

Then i will have to wait even longer. I am favouring the Cannondale supersix evo 5 105 @ R24k. Just depends how the Will power goes.

 

Very astute choice

Send a pic when you make the deal.

[Winstonian1984]

Very astute choice

Send a pic when you make the deal.

 

Is there any major difference between the 2012 supersix 5 105 and 2014 supersix evo 5 105?

Edited April 3, 2014 by Winstonian1984

[Bicycleman]

Here is another great buy, and you can join you can brag with your neighbour.

 

KTM Revelator 3500. Full Carbon, Full Shimano 105, with great Ritchey components.

 

All KTM bikes I see is currently being sold at less 15%, so you can get this beauty for R 22k.

 

http://www.ktm-bikes...lator-3500.html

 

I had the top of the range Revelator i.e. Dura Ace etc 6.5kg and it was the best bike that I have ever ridden. SUPER FAST.. The frame is the same mould as the Revelator Prime, so you get the race performance.

 

And I love that it's a bike that not everyone has.. i.e. some uniqueness.. And obviously a cool color scheme too.

Edited April 3, 2014 by Bicycleman

['Dale]

 

 

Is there any major difference between the 2012 supersix 5 105 and 2014 supersix evo 5 105?

 

They're virtually two different bikes.

Evo is an improved tech.

In general , both are good solid products.

[Winstonian1984]

Here is another great buy, and you can join you can brag with your neighbour.

 

KTM Revelator 3500. Full Carbon, Full Shimano 105, with great Ritchey components.

 

All KTM bikes I see is currently being sold at less 15%, so you can get this beauty for R 22k.

 

http://www.ktm-bikes...lator-3500.html

 

I had the top of the range Revelator i.e. Dura Ace etc 6.5kg and it was the best bike that I have ever ridden. SUPER FAST.. The frame is the same mould as the Revelator Prime, so you get the race performance.

 

And I love that it's a bike that not everyone has.. i.e. some uniqueness.. And obviously a cool color scheme too.

 

I must admit, my neighbours KTM was super nice. Just had a look at the Revelator prime :drool:

Edited April 3, 2014 by Winstonian1984

[Winstonian1984]

They're virtually two different bikes.

Evo is an improved tech.

In general , both are good solid products.

 

Ah, well I spotted a 2012 Supersix 5 105 going for R18k or in that region. Thats the will power or lack thereof.....2014 Supersix evo 5 105, 2014 Supersix evo 5 105, 2014 Supersix evo 5 105. Come on you can do it

Edited April 3, 2014 by Winstonian1984

['Dale]

 

 

Ah, well I spotted a 2012 Supersix 5 105 going for R18k or in that region. Thats the will power or lack thereof.....2014 Supersix evo 5 105, 2014 Supersix evo 5 105, 2014 Supersix evo 5 105. Come on you can do it

 

How to combine what the brain suggests and the heart desires - hmmmm

[Winstonian1984]

How to combine what the brain suggests and the heart desires - hmmmm

 

The anomaly that humans struggle with all the time LOL.

[Winstonian1984]

It isnt the Cannondale that I longed for,but got a decent deal

['Dale]

Congrats!!!