New Cervelo Soloist Spotted...

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skinnybex
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by skinnybex

I just put on my Farsports Feder 45's with Pirelli Race 26's on to get a weight for when I have more climbing days on the soloist. 7.36kg is not bad with all the Force components. Once I put a Berk Lupina or lighter saddle and a Sram Red 10x33t cassette it'll below 7.2kg
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23’ Cervelo Soloist / 6.88kg - 1x Crit Bike
22' Cervelo R5 / 6.35kg - Climbing Bike
22' Cervelo Caledonia 5 / 7.55kg - Travel Bike
21' Cervelo Aspero / 8.06kg - Gravel Travel Bike
23' Cervelo Aspero 5 / 8.25kg - Gravel Race Bike

twoangstroms
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by twoangstroms

Thanks for all the first-hand updates and experiences! This might be our 2023 race bike, so I'm definitely curious to hear about ups and downs.

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mmancini
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by mmancini

@skinnybex

Any thoughts or observations on the ride quality differences between your Caledonia-5 and the Soloist now that you've swapped wheelset and tires? Bike radar described the stock Soloist as having a ride closer to a Caledonia whereas Cyclingtips said the ride was super harsh.

I have a set of ENVE 4.5 AR Disc that I run with 28mm tires at around 55psi (tubeless). I'm hoping those will be sufficient to make the ride of the Soloist tolerable (if not reasonably comfy) for 100 mile days.

Thanks for any insight you might have.

skinnybex
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by skinnybex

mmancini wrote:
Thu Nov 03, 2022 6:07 pm
@skinnybex

Any thoughts or observations on the ride quality differences between your Caledonia-5 and the Soloist now that you've swapped wheelset and tires? Bike radar described the stock Soloist as having a ride closer to a Caledonia whereas Cyclingtips said the ride was super harsh.

I have a set of ENVE 4.5 AR Disc that I run with 28mm tires at around 55psi (tubeless). I'm hoping those will be sufficient to make the ride of the Soloist tolerable (if not reasonably comfy) for 100 mile days.

Thanks for any insight you might have.
I was able to put 47 miles on my Feder wheels and I ran Pirelli TPU tubes and Pzero Race 26mm tires at 80f84r psi. The bike felt fast but definatley my harsh. I would say it's what I expected and felt similar to my Pinarello F12 with Hunt44/54 clincher setup. I switched back to my Tubeless setup for 45 moles Tuesday and 25 miles wednesday and ran 60f-64r and it felt amazing once again and I didn't notice feeling less effecient unless I hit a punchy climb where I slowed down to 7-9mph. I'd say you'll be really happy with the comfort on those Enve 4.5 wheels especially at the pressure ranges your running.
23’ Cervelo Soloist / 6.88kg - 1x Crit Bike
22' Cervelo R5 / 6.35kg - Climbing Bike
22' Cervelo Caledonia 5 / 7.55kg - Travel Bike
21' Cervelo Aspero / 8.06kg - Gravel Travel Bike
23' Cervelo Aspero 5 / 8.25kg - Gravel Race Bike

skinnybex
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by skinnybex

skinnybex wrote:
Thu Nov 03, 2022 10:05 pm
mmancini wrote:
Thu Nov 03, 2022 6:07 pm
@skinnybex

Any thoughts or observations on the ride quality differences between your Caledonia-5 and the Soloist now that you've swapped wheelset and tires? Bike radar described the stock Soloist as having a ride closer to a Caledonia whereas Cyclingtips said the ride was super harsh.

I have a set of ENVE 4.5 AR Disc that I run with 28mm tires at around 55psi (tubeless). I'm hoping those will be sufficient to make the ride of the Soloist tolerable (if not reasonably comfy) for 100 mile days.

Thanks for any insight you might have.
I was able to put 47 miles on my Feder wheels and I ran Pirelli TPU tubes and Pzero Race 26mm tires at 80f84r psi. The bike felt fast but definatley more harsh on the chipseal. I would say it's what I expected and felt similar to my Pinarello F12 with Hunt44/54 clincher setup. I switched back to my Tubeless setup for 45 moles Tuesday and 25 miles wednesday and ran 60f-64r and it felt amazing once again and I didn't notice feeling less effecient unless I hit a punchy climb where I slowed down to 7-9mph. I'd say you'll be really happy with the comfort on those Enve 4.5 wheels especially at the pressure ranges your running.
23’ Cervelo Soloist / 6.88kg - 1x Crit Bike
22' Cervelo R5 / 6.35kg - Climbing Bike
22' Cervelo Caledonia 5 / 7.55kg - Travel Bike
21' Cervelo Aspero / 8.06kg - Gravel Travel Bike
23' Cervelo Aspero 5 / 8.25kg - Gravel Race Bike

mmancini
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by mmancini

@skinnybex. Thanks so much for taking the time to evaluate and respond! My dealer will order me a frame for a build.

harblhat
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by harblhat

Do any owners here remember whether their lower headset bearing was a standard one piece cartridge bearing? I was building mine up and noticed my lower headset bearing came in two pieces, the top race with balls inside and the bottom race as a completely separate piece. There is also no seal between the bottom and top race. I've never seen this before on a modern bike. It's almost like the lower cartridge bearing fell apart or is defective.

When I tighten everything together, I have to go to the point where steering is way too stiff to get rid of any play. I believe it's the loose race in the bottom bearing but I can't be sure. The top bearing is a cartridge bearing as expected.

jch3n
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by jch3n

harblhat wrote:
Sat Nov 05, 2022 4:56 am
Do any owners here remember whether their lower headset bearing was a standard one piece cartridge bearing?
I definitely have a one piece lower cartridge bearing. What you're describing doesn't sound right.

harblhat
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by harblhat

jch3n wrote:
Sat Nov 05, 2022 5:09 pm
harblhat wrote:
Sat Nov 05, 2022 4:56 am
Do any owners here remember whether their lower headset bearing was a standard one piece cartridge bearing?
I definitely have a one piece lower cartridge bearing. What you're describing doesn't sound right.
Thanks. Shop confirmed it was faulty from the factory after checking other Soloists. Pretty bad QC that a completely broken bearing was allowed to be installed. Bearing replaced and we're all good.

harblhat
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by harblhat

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All done! 7.57kg/16.7 lbs with pedals, cages, and front and rear computer/GoPro mounts. No attempts at reducing weight yet but will start with Ti bolts and a lighter seatpost cradle as seen earlier in this thread.

Started with a stock 105 build and replaced pretty much everything but the BB and HS. Ultegra 12s, DA9100 crankset, Farsports 50/30mm wheels, Prime Primavera 36cm bars, Spec Power Mirror saddle, Favero Assioma Duo Shi pedals.

Currid
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by Currid

What stem options are people going for? Have a frameset on order and it's the one outstanding part on my list.

justkeepedaling
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by justkeepedaling

Looks like pretty much whatever you want. You're not locked in by anything.

Currid
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by Currid

Sorry should have added a bit more detail. I'll run a 130mm -6 or -10 so ideally I'd want one that clips cables beneath (the ST36 is heavy) or fully integrated options. Are there any of the former and have Cervelo confirmed any options that work for the latter. Thanks.

harblhat
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by harblhat

I use a Kalloy Uno (a WW favourite) and a zip tie. Save money, weight, and one less thing to internally route. Available in -7 and -17. You can barely see the brake hoses from the front.

jch3n
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by jch3n

Finally finished my build. 56cm Alpenglow sitting at 7.35kg with a few choice WW parts, cages, Garmin mount, and heavy Assioma Duo-Shi pedals.

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