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Forum: Road Cycling
04-03-15, 12:27 AM
Replies: 10,411
Views: 3,343,354
Posted By Snakepit

I also wanted to play around with slightly...

I also wanted to play around with slightly dropping the stem so I brought my CAAD10 to my Cannondale LBS and the owner moved one tiny spacer up top for me after it's first tune up. I just saw the...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-01-15, 05:54 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 14,156
Posted By Snakepit

I've put the Bad Boy through it's paces for...

I've put the Bad Boy through it's paces for almost a year now and it is still my go to bike for everyday commuting and riding. It looks (and weighs) like a tank yet still quite nimble and snappy on...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-26-15, 04:03 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,005
Posted By Snakepit

Although $800 is not a bad price for the CAAD10,...

Although $800 is not a bad price for the CAAD10, I would still have reservations about not having a warranty and the LBS trying to make a bigger frame fit you. When I was shopping for bikes, one LBS...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-17-15, 11:29 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 6,772
Posted By Snakepit

CAAD10 is an excellent machine. That said, if I...

CAAD10 is an excellent machine. That said, if I had $1500 to spend, I would go to a local Cannondale LBS and just get a new one. For that kind of money, I'd want a full warranty to come with the bike...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-09-15, 01:28 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 887
Posted By Snakepit

Good job on getting back on the bike and the...

Good job on getting back on the bike and the weight loss!

Racing criteriums is more than just going fast though. I got some excellent advice from some friends who used to race. They told me to...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-03-15, 06:20 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,328
Posted By Snakepit

I have that same Shimano M530 on my hybrid and...

I have that same Shimano M530 on my hybrid and race bikes. I find it easy to clip and out of them and I am also still starting out. I bought a pair of Shimano R078 shoes to use with them as they will...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-17-14, 01:17 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 4,963
Posted By Snakepit

My LBS owner watched me test ride a few...

My LBS owner watched me test ride a few Cannondale CAADs to figure out which size worked best for me before they placed an order for my CAAD10. I always thought a 54 would be the perfect size for me...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-25-14, 11:22 PM
Replies: 10,411
Views: 3,343,354
Posted By Snakepit

^^^Love the color scheme on that CAAD10. What...

^^^Love the color scheme on that CAAD10. What size and year is it?
Forum: Road Cycling
11-09-14, 11:06 PM
Replies: 2,239
Views: 568,301
Posted By Snakepit

How much more black could this be? ...

How much more black could this be?

http://i101.photobucket.com/albums/m62/FreightTrainJane/4f75b5bd-385a-4d3f-91ae-17945630f772_zps70d0ce8c.jpg...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-05-14, 08:27 PM
Replies: 10,411
Views: 3,343,354
Posted By Snakepit

My LBS was nice enough to switch out the bar tape...

My LBS was nice enough to switch out the bar tape after I had mentioned that Cannondale green bar tape would look great with the team colors. I might switch it out to gloss black once I wear this one...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-05-14, 03:50 PM
Replies: 27,209
Views: 18,416,366
Posted By Snakepit

CAAD10 3 Ultegra. ...

CAAD10 3 Ultegra.

http://i101.photobucket.com/albums/m62/FreightTrainJane/3340ce98-2538-4eeb-a111-19589e039aac_zps01ac867b.jpg...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-04-14, 10:48 PM
Replies: 10,411
Views: 3,343,354
Posted By Snakepit

The BB30 creaking problem came up in a casual...

The BB30 creaking problem came up in a casual discussion I had with my local Cannondale dealer before I even decided on the CAAD10. They were definitely well aware of the issue and have been able to...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-04-14, 10:33 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 4,540
Posted By Snakepit

My wife just got into road bikes recently too and...

My wife just got into road bikes recently too and she test rode what feels like a gazillion bikes before she found the right one. A good LBS is key. She went in knowing she wanted something with a...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
11-04-14, 03:28 PM
Replies: 7,839
Views: 2,874,853
Posted By Snakepit

^^^ Love the looks of the Specialized Sirrus and...

^^^ Love the looks of the Specialized Sirrus and Crosstrail.

My Panzer tank...

http://i101.photobucket.com/albums/m62/FreightTrainJane/4f75b5bd-385a-4d3f-91ae-17945630f772_zps70d0ce8c.jpg...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-04-14, 01:21 PM
Replies: 10,411
Views: 3,343,354
Posted By Snakepit

2015 CAAD10 3 Ultegra has landed. ...

2015 CAAD10 3 Ultegra has landed.

http://i101.photobucket.com/albums/m62/FreightTrainJane/3340ce98-2538-4eeb-a111-19589e039aac_zps01ac867b.jpg...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-23-14, 10:44 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 8,469
Posted By Snakepit

How does the 50 feel? Did you go with a longer...

How does the 50 feel? Did you go with a longer stem? I could probably ride a 50 but 52 is definitely my sweet spot.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-23-14, 03:24 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 8,469
Posted By Snakepit

My LBS totally agrees with you, man. I was in...

My LBS totally agrees with you, man. I was in there for an hour today having a discussion about bike sizes. In the end, I was convinced that my money would be better spent on a bike that fit like a...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-23-14, 10:51 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 8,469
Posted By Snakepit

I was riding a 51cm Specialized Sequoia Sport...

I was riding a 51cm Specialized Sequoia Sport which felt really small. My feet would hit the front wheel and I felt too hunched over.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-22-14, 10:47 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 8,469
Posted By Snakepit

Cool. I'll definitely check out that link....

Cool. I'll definitely check out that link. Thanks. I did take out the tape measure last night to get an exact measurement of my height and in-seam. I always thought I was 5'9" but the tape measure...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-22-14, 06:44 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 8,469
Posted By Snakepit

I'm a little shy of 5'8" with a 30" in-seam. My...

I'm a little shy of 5'8" with a 30" in-seam. My LBS put me on a 54 CAAD8 to ride around in and get a feel of how it fits. I thought I fit ok into a 54. Didn't feel like it was waaay too big for me....
Forum: Road Cycling
10-20-14, 11:33 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 8,469
Posted By Snakepit

Which of the 2015 CAAD10 3 did you get? I was...

Which of the 2015 CAAD10 3 did you get? I was kind of intrigued by the anodized black finish but I do like the painted version better. How is the ride on the 2015?
Forum: Road Cycling
10-20-14, 10:55 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 8,469
Posted By Snakepit

Awesome! Exactly the info I needed! I was trying...

Awesome! Exactly the info I needed! I was trying to figure out the $600 difference in the original MSRP between the two. Thanks!
Forum: Road Cycling
10-20-14, 08:41 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 8,469
Posted By Snakepit

2014 Cannondale CAAD10 Ultegra Racing Edition vs 2015 Cannondale Ultegra 3

For the exact same price, which one would you pick up?

On paper, they seem like the exact same bike except for the FSA Energy wheelset on the CAAD10 Racing Edition and Mavic Aksiums on the 2015...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-16-14, 12:30 AM
Replies: 568
Views: 314,715
Posted By Snakepit

Seven bills.

Seven bills.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-15-14, 05:07 PM
Replies: 568
Views: 314,715
Posted By Snakepit

Sold my 2003 Specialized Sequoia Sport today...

Sold my 2003 Specialized Sequoia Sport today because I found a 2013 Allez Sport Compact, unassembled in factory box that the LBS is clearing out.

It will be mine...oh yes, it will be mine.
...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-18-14, 03:07 PM
Replies: 27,209
Views: 18,416,366
Posted By Snakepit

Looked for a beater on Craigslist just to...

Looked for a beater on Craigslist just to practice clipping in and out. Found an '03 Specialized Sequoia Sport for a couple of bills.
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-14-14, 06:50 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,501
Posted By Snakepit

I know you said no holes but these look like the...

I know you said no holes but these look like the cleanest way to store bikes...

http://vimeo.com/94304658
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-06-14, 10:37 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 5,484
Posted By Snakepit

There's a lot of good deals to be had. Patience...

There's a lot of good deals to be had. Patience and location is the key though. I live between San Francisco and Los Angeles - both excellent markets for used bikes although LA seems to have better...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-02-14, 06:50 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,376
Posted By Snakepit

My LBS owner did show me a few of the SPD-SL...

My LBS owner did show me a few of the SPD-SL style pedals and shoes at the shop. He also suggested I look at the Speedplays. I think I will go with the LOOK or Shimano SPD-SL pedals when it comes...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-02-14, 06:41 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,376
Posted By Snakepit

Hahaha! You read my mind, man! I was looking...

Hahaha! You read my mind, man! I was looking around for a bar tape but not sure what color would look good on it. Kind of a toss up between a bright green, bright red, or black. What do you think...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-02-14, 06:12 PM
Replies: 21,339
Views: 5,203,623
Posted By Snakepit

2003 Specialized Sequoia Sport. ...

2003 Specialized Sequoia Sport.

http://i101.photobucket.com/albums/m62/FreightTrainJane/DSC01415_zps55d531e9.jpg...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-02-14, 05:44 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,376
Posted By Snakepit

I see a 2015 CAAD 10 in the near future so I went...

I see a 2015 CAAD 10 in the near future so I went out looking for a decent used bike that I wouldn't mind crashing while learning to clip in and out. I also want to learn how to do all my own bike...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-02-14, 01:18 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,376
Posted By Snakepit

Thanks, man! I picked up the Specialized because...

Thanks, man! I picked up the Specialized because I was looking for a beater roadie that I could use to practice clipping and unclipping before I invested $$$ into a new CAAD 10. Yeah, I started...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-02-14, 12:38 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,376
Posted By Snakepit

Awesome! Thanks!

Awesome! Thanks!
Forum: Road Cycling
09-02-14, 12:25 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,376
Posted By Snakepit

Newb Got A Road Bike. Now What?

Found a used Specialized Sequoia Sport for $200 that came with these (clip-on or clipless?) pedals. Seller didn't have the cleats that go with it so I have to go shop for cleats and shoes. Have no...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-10-14, 08:22 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 878
Posted By Snakepit

Props to you, sir! My wife rode up Mount Tam by...

Props to you, sir! My wife rode up Mount Tam by herself and got turned around a few times. She didn't enjoy fighting the climbs twice due to having to backtrack trying to find her way back. Looking...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-10-14, 07:41 PM
Replies: 7,839
Views: 2,874,853
Posted By Snakepit

^^^Winner. I LOL'd.

^^^Winner. I LOL'd.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-04-14, 09:42 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 5,543
Posted By Snakepit

To me it looks like Jamis might be a tad too big...

To me it looks like Jamis might be a tad too big for you? Riding the Trek looks more natural though. Are you uncomfortable on the Trek? Any pain after your rides?
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-04-14, 09:31 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,758
Posted By Snakepit

Thanks! Yep, 700x28 Freedom Thickslicks.

Thanks! Yep, 700x28 Freedom Thickslicks.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-04-14, 09:27 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,020
Posted By Snakepit

Wife has a 2014 Trek FX 7.3 and she loves the...

Wife has a 2014 Trek FX 7.3 and she loves the softer, comfortable ride.

I, on the other hand, prefer my Cannondale Bad Boy 9. It is a sturdy, stiff and nimble son of a *** that looks like an...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-04-14, 04:19 PM
Replies: 3,116
Views: 536,773
Posted By Snakepit

Does this count as a road bike? ...

Does this count as a road bike?

http://i101.photobucket.com/albums/m62/FreightTrainJane/4f75b5bd-385a-4d3f-91ae-17945630f772_zps70d0ce8c.jpg...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-04-14, 02:17 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,758
Posted By Snakepit

8 week old Cannondale gets put through its paces...

8 week old Cannondale gets put through its paces during my 50 mile weekend rides.

http://i101.photobucket.com/albums/m62/FreightTrainJane/4f75b5bd-385a-4d3f-91ae-17945630f772_zps70d0ce8c.jpg...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-30-14, 07:33 PM
Replies: 7,839
Views: 2,874,853
Posted By Snakepit

Parked for the night. ...

Parked for the night.

http://i101.photobucket.com/albums/m62/FreightTrainJane/DSC01414_zps04fb45cd.jpg (http://s101.photobucket.com/user/FreightTrainJane/media/DSC01414_zps04fb45cd.jpg.html)
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-30-14, 12:11 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,433
Posted By Snakepit

I never thought about shifting depending on the...

I never thought about shifting depending on the wind and starting from stop lights but it does make sense now that I think about it. I might have to go out for a quick ride tonight just to experiment...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-29-14, 10:38 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,433
Posted By Snakepit

How often do you shift gears?

I've had my Cannondale BB9 for about a month now and am loving the way it handles and flies on the road.

At almost 200 miles on it, I haven't felt the need to shift gears on the bike. Granted,...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-27-14, 10:35 AM
Replies: 21,339
Views: 5,203,623
Posted By Snakepit

Giro Savant in highlight yellow...but looks more...

Giro Savant in highlight yellow...but looks more of a neon green.

http://i101.photobucket.com/albums/m62/FreightTrainJane/GiroSavant_zpsa4c9306f.jpg...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-23-14, 09:35 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 4,349
Posted By Snakepit

That lengthy scratch on the fork would definitely...

That lengthy scratch on the fork would definitely annoy me. I wonder if it'll buff out.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-18-14, 04:38 PM
Replies: 1,577
Views: 393,776
Posted By Snakepit

Installed a neoprene chainstay protector on my...

Installed a neoprene chainstay protector on my Cannondale Bad Boy.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-18-14, 11:38 AM
Replies: 98
Views: 14,011
Posted By Snakepit

I run three times a week but decided to get a...

I run three times a week but decided to get a bike to add to my weekly regimen and gives my knees a break from the pounding. Checked out some of the Cannondale CAADs and Giant Defys at my LBS but...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-18-14, 11:14 AM
Replies: 109
Views: 18,743
Posted By Snakepit

I'll average about 12-14 mph around town on the...

I'll average about 12-14 mph around town on the Cannondale Bad Boy although I'll try to stay above 15 mph when I can. Goal is probably to get it up to where I can keep it at a consistent 17 mph on a...
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