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Originally Posted by aliasfox
So going with a rim-braked, aluminium alloy frame bike would give me something that's close to 1.5 kg lighter to start with, all else being equal. So I figured why not have some fun with this idea over the next few months - I picked up a NOS 2016 Cannondale CAAD8 frame/fork, with FSA headset included.
I'm out.

Originally Posted by aliasfox
would love to hear thoughts on how to build up a road bike that's good, but different, from what I already have!
Since you asked.

First thought: find a frame set that's made of carbon fiber, not aluminum.

Cervelo R3 Frameset
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