Cervelo vs Cervelo - R5 v Caledonia opinions
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Cervelo vs Cervelo - R5 v Caledonia opinions
Considering amongst this brand, these 2 models.
Not sure when, but supposedly Cervelo now has the R5 able to take up to 34mm tires, and comparing geometry from a fit perspective, there seems to be very little difference between the 2 (about 7mm less stack on the R5). Wheelbase and trail differ though. Equipment-wise, they seem comparable. If the 2 links are accurate though, what do you think is main reasons for there being a 3+ lb difference?
Any other thoughts/opinions on selecting between these 2. 90% of time is spent on road.
R5 Ultegra Di2
Caledonia5 - ForceAXS
Not sure when, but supposedly Cervelo now has the R5 able to take up to 34mm tires, and comparing geometry from a fit perspective, there seems to be very little difference between the 2 (about 7mm less stack on the R5). Wheelbase and trail differ though. Equipment-wise, they seem comparable. If the 2 links are accurate though, what do you think is main reasons for there being a 3+ lb difference?
Any other thoughts/opinions on selecting between these 2. 90% of time is spent on road.
R5 Ultegra Di2
Caledonia5 - ForceAXS
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Different frame design and layup. Along with minor increases in weights of some components and maybe wheels too.
And possibly a misprint or someone goofed while weighing them.
And possibly a misprint or someone goofed while weighing them.
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703g frame weight for the r5.
936g frame weight for the Caledonia.
Apparently force etap is 400g heavier than Ultegra di2
https://www.bikeradar.com/reviews/co...o-ultegra-di2/
So those two things would be 1.4#.
The Caledonia wheels look deeper, so I'm guessing they are slightly heavier.
No idea on the rest of the build- either of those bikes is light to me.
936g frame weight for the Caledonia.
Apparently force etap is 400g heavier than Ultegra di2
https://www.bikeradar.com/reviews/co...o-ultegra-di2/
So those two things would be 1.4#.
The Caledonia wheels look deeper, so I'm guessing they are slightly heavier.
No idea on the rest of the build- either of those bikes is light to me.
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I would personally go with the R5. I have a bike with the new 12 speed Ultegra, as well as one with Force 2x AXS. I'd go with the R5 for the Ultegra groupset and lighter weight.
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703g frame weight for the r5.
936g frame weight for the Caledonia.
Apparently force etap is 400g heavier than Ultegra di2
https://www.bikeradar.com/reviews/co...o-ultegra-di2/
So those two things would be 1.4#.
The Caledonia wheels look deeper, so I'm guessing they are slightly heavier.
No idea on the rest of the build- either of those bikes is light to me.
936g frame weight for the Caledonia.
Apparently force etap is 400g heavier than Ultegra di2
https://www.bikeradar.com/reviews/co...o-ultegra-di2/
So those two things would be 1.4#.
The Caledonia wheels look deeper, so I'm guessing they are slightly heavier.
No idea on the rest of the build- either of those bikes is light to me.
I'm thinking Excel has a misprint also on the Caledonia5. I found a bikeradar review that makes me think this bike should fall roughly between 17.5-18 lbs.
Thanks, I know nothing about sram ergonomics and/or whether I'd like them. I think the R5 would provide a more responsive feel and it's where I'm leaning between these 2 bikes.
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Thanks for the info on the Force weight. I took a look at that article, with a normal range cassette and batteries (ie. something larger than a 12-25, the groupset weight difference I think ends up less than 200g.
I'm thinking Excel has a misprint also on the Caledonia5. I found a bikeradar review that makes me think this bike should fall roughly between 17.5-18 lbs.
Thanks, I know nothing about sram ergonomics and/or whether I'd like them. I think the R5 would provide a more responsive feel and it's where I'm leaning between these 2 bikes.
I'm thinking Excel has a misprint also on the Caledonia5. I found a bikeradar review that makes me think this bike should fall roughly between 17.5-18 lbs.
Thanks, I know nothing about sram ergonomics and/or whether I'd like them. I think the R5 would provide a more responsive feel and it's where I'm leaning between these 2 bikes.
Cervelo makes great bikes. The bikes they make are designed to ride well for the type of riding they're intended for. Caledonia like the C series it's based on is meant to provide a stable ride on fast gravel. R5 is meant to be a gazelle, fast and agile. This is why the wheelbase is different between those otherwise similar frames.
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If it were me, I’d get the Caledonia. Not that I love SRAM, but it’s got deeper and wider wheels and you can probably find some places to shed weight. I also like that geometry- it’s pretty close to the R3 and Aspero
I have a hard time buying that bike weighs over 19 pounds. My Aspero w/ GRX 800 2x weighs 18.5 pounds with Reserve 32mm wheels and 40mm tires that weigh 450g each and the base frame is heavier. It’s gotta be a misprint- I’m guessing it’s 18# or less
I have a hard time buying that bike weighs over 19 pounds. My Aspero w/ GRX 800 2x weighs 18.5 pounds with Reserve 32mm wheels and 40mm tires that weigh 450g each and the base frame is heavier. It’s gotta be a misprint- I’m guessing it’s 18# or less
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I'd buy a frame and build it up with Force. IME, too many stock parts end up being changed out.
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If it were me, I'd be ruminating like a steer. Both are awesome.
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It comes down to how you ride. Even though gravel bikes seem to be the "thing", and your thing may not see much action with gravel type riding.
Also, your current situation with bikes. Perhaps the existing bike may still work for another purpose. That means you really have two bikes.
Since you already focused on these two Cervelo bikes, the preference would be R5, unless you have compelling reason(s) for the Caledonia.
If you're an older rider, I would look to see what the original Cervelo designer and co-owner is doing...Gerard Vroomen. Similar with deep pockets and perhaps better thought process.
Of the two Cervelo guys - Vroomen & White, its Vroomen who is still actively at it in an entrepreneurial way.
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Also, your current situation with bikes. Perhaps the existing bike may still work for another purpose. That means you really have two bikes.
Since you already focused on these two Cervelo bikes, the preference would be R5, unless you have compelling reason(s) for the Caledonia.
If you're an older rider, I would look to see what the original Cervelo designer and co-owner is doing...Gerard Vroomen. Similar with deep pockets and perhaps better thought process.
Of the two Cervelo guys - Vroomen & White, its Vroomen who is still actively at it in an entrepreneurial way.
https://opencycle.com/mind
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If you're an older rider, I would look to see what the original Cervelo designer and co-owner is doing...Gerard Vroomen. Similar with deep pockets and perhaps better thought process.
Of the two Cervelo guys - Vroomen & White, its Vroomen who is still actively at it in an entrepreneurial way.
https://opencycle.com/mind
Of the two Cervelo guys - Vroomen & White, its Vroomen who is still actively at it in an entrepreneurial way.
https://opencycle.com/mind
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Take a look at some of the reviews on Cervelo's new Soloist. It looks like it fills the niche between the R5 and the Caledonia 5. For what it's worth, I've logged over 8K miles on a 2022 Caledonia 5/Rival eTap I've owned for over a year. I recently replaced the alloy DT Swiss wheelset with Roval C38 carbon wheels. It's super comfortable and solid, particularly for longer rides. If I had to do it over again, I'd take a look at the Soloist. I don't have much experience with other current gen performance bikes, so I don't have much to compare it to.
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Take a look at some of the reviews on Cervelo's new Soloist. It looks like it fills the niche between the R5 and the Caledonia 5. For what it's worth, I've logged over 8K miles on a 2022 Caledonia 5/Rival eTap I've owned for over a year. I recently replaced the alloy DT Swiss wheelset with Roval C38 carbon wheels. It's super comfortable and solid, particularly for longer rides. If I had to do it over again, I'd take a look at the Soloist. I don't have much experience with other current gen performance bikes, so I don't have much to compare it to.
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Take a look at some of the reviews on Cervelo's new Soloist. It looks like it fills the niche between the R5 and the Caledonia 5. For what it's worth, I've logged over 8K miles on a 2022 Caledonia 5/Rival eTap I've owned for over a year. I recently replaced the alloy DT Swiss wheelset with Roval C38 carbon wheels. It's super comfortable and solid, particularly for longer rides. If I had to do it over again, I'd take a look at the Soloist. I don't have much experience with other current gen performance bikes, so I don't have much to compare it to.
Best wishes!
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Thanks for the suggestion. From a fit perspective, I'm not sure how it would be between the R5 and Caledonia though? Looks like fit is a bit more aggressive than the R5, which in turn is more aggressive than the Caledonia. I pulled this geo comparison.. it looks very much like that all Cervelo does is change the HT length between models.
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Yes, the Caledonia has almost the same geometry as the prior generation R series:
Cervelo R-Series Disc Brake Road Frameset - Bikes (competitivecyclist.com)
Cervelo R-Series Disc Brake Road Frameset - Bikes (competitivecyclist.com)