I have the exact same one. The stock version is heavy (size 58 just around 9 kg). I was able to get mine down to 7,6 but I allso changed every thing (sram red group set, carbon seat post, zipp bars and stem, Ultegra Rotors, hollowgram wheels and Pirellit tyres). Wheels, rotors and tyres are the biggest weight savings.gjaevert wrote: ↑Fri Jul 10, 2020 9:29 amJust got my CAAD13 this week!
Very happy so far, but it does feel heavy so naturally looking to upgrade a few things.
Stem: Zipp Service Course SL (unsure about the length)
Handlebars: Zipp Service Course SL-70 or ZIPP Service Course SL-70 XPLR (But a bit unsure if such flare is nice on a road bike)
Wheels:
The stock wheels feel super heavy. Wondering if a Fulcrum Racing 5 DB or Racing 4 DB would feel like a true upgrade. Anyone have any input on that?
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I don't think there is one I just put a washer on it then tightened it up old school. Based on the size of the bolt and what you're using it for it's probably 2nm. You could use a bit of thread locker for extra security but I didn't bother and it's never come loose. Not using a washer (which is how they are supplied, though I didn't get them on the forks) and not using thread locker will mean they will likely rattle loose eventually no matter how tight you do them up.
Thanks a lot, makes sense. I just purchased a set of black PDW. They look so cool!c60rider wrote: ↑Thu Sep 24, 2020 2:14 pmI don't think there is one I just put a washer on it then tightened it up old school. Based on the size of the bolt and what you're using it for it's probably 2nm. You could use a bit of thread locker for extra security but I didn't bother and it's never come loose. Not using a washer (which is how they are supplied, though I didn't get them on the forks) and not using thread locker will mean they will likely rattle loose eventually no matter how tight you do them up.
From my experience of similar bolts on a Synapse, I'd recommend a drop of Loctite on the bolt threads and low torque, ie just 'nip them up' like you would a bottle cage bolt. They are small alloy threads and will probably rattle loose without Loctite.
You can use something like this https://www.bike24.com/p2256882.html or https://www.bike24.com/p2256882.html they are just axle diameter reducers with the correct width.
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Only fit adapters if you want to kill your existing BB... I am forever removing WMFG reducers from BB30 bikes running Shimano cranks and finding poor tolerances allowing crap into the BB / shell and destroying bearings.
I'd suggest something like a C-Bear BB/PF30A-24-R BB. Not silly expensive and the spacers are built into the cups (less moving parts = better).
I'd suggest something like a C-Bear BB/PF30A-24-R BB. Not silly expensive and the spacers are built into the cups (less moving parts = better).
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+1 on the C-bear suggestion, great product and first class customer care.
Tried the first one on my creaking caad10 and never looked back.
Rather then wait for that awful creak on a new bike, I just take the factory bearings out and install a c-bear bb right away.
I have done this on a caad12 rim brakes, caad12 disc, 2016 six hm, 2018 ssix hm and all performed flawlessly.
They are a bit pricey but you can shop around. It's been a fit-and-forget affair even after 17,000km...
Tried the first one on my creaking caad10 and never looked back.
Rather then wait for that awful creak on a new bike, I just take the factory bearings out and install a c-bear bb right away.
I have done this on a caad12 rim brakes, caad12 disc, 2016 six hm, 2018 ssix hm and all performed flawlessly.
They are a bit pricey but you can shop around. It's been a fit-and-forget affair even after 17,000km...
try this https://www.bike24.com/p2229284.html
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Lockring tool arrived, installed the spider ring on the crank arms now just waiting on the puller tool. I should save weight there.
I also have a carbon set of Thomson bars ready to swap as well. Once I find a comfortable position I'll swap in a lighter stem and cut the steerer.
I'm stuck on wheels, almost anything will be lighter than these Fulcrums, but as a Clyde I have to be careful. HED RC4's or stick with old faithful, Belgium Plus/CK builds.
I also have a carbon set of Thomson bars ready to swap as well. Once I find a comfortable position I'll swap in a lighter stem and cut the steerer.
I'm stuck on wheels, almost anything will be lighter than these Fulcrums, but as a Clyde I have to be careful. HED RC4's or stick with old faithful, Belgium Plus/CK builds.
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Can I ask how this went?jrod88 wrote: ↑Thu Apr 08, 2021 2:14 amLockring tool arrived, installed the spider ring on the crank arms now just waiting on the puller tool. I should save weight there.
I also have a carbon set of Thomson bars ready to swap as well. Once I find a comfortable position I'll swap in a lighter stem and cut the steerer.
I'm stuck on wheels, almost anything will be lighter than these Fulcrums, but as a Clyde I have to be careful. HED RC4's or stick with old faithful, Belgium Plus/CK builds.
Did you change whole crankset or only arms/chainrings?
Keen to do some sort of crank upgrade, but hard to come by a complete Hollowgram crank.
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Hey guys- here's my Caad13. This is my wet/potentially wet weather and training bike. I bought the 105 model, which was super heavy at over 9kg. I have upgraded the wheels to Giant SLR 42mm hookless rims, Cannondale Save carbon seatpost, Prime Doyenne stem, Prime Primavera X-light carbon bars, Dura Ace 9100 front mech and shfters (got these off a friend), 105 R700 crankset, Ultegra R8000 cassette, Fabric Line Titanium saddle. I'm planning to get some Hollowgram cranks and to put on a 9100 rear derailleur I have.
Without my Garmin Rally RS100 pedals the weight is 8.0kg. I will be putting Portland Design Works fenders on for winter. Great bike!
Without my Garmin Rally RS100 pedals the weight is 8.0kg. I will be putting Portland Design Works fenders on for winter. Great bike!