I killed my Cannondale SuperSix :(
08-06-14, 07:53 PM
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I killed my Cannondale SuperSix :(
But on a brighter note I did not injure myself more than I did.
Been riding 20+ years, so this was quite a shock.
I rear-ended a parked truck that was on the access road. I never saw it sitting there.
Severely sprained my left wrist, and broke a bone in my right arm, which now has a metal plate. Also broke my helmet, so I'm very lucky not to have a head injury.
This was my dream bike, so I'm trying to figure out where to go from here. But I will ride again. Never even got around to removing the dork disc, sigh.
Should I get another Supersix, or a Specialized Tarmac or Roubeaux? I am leaning towards a specialized.
Cheers!
M.
Been riding 20+ years, so this was quite a shock.
I rear-ended a parked truck that was on the access road. I never saw it sitting there.
Severely sprained my left wrist, and broke a bone in my right arm, which now has a metal plate. Also broke my helmet, so I'm very lucky not to have a head injury.
This was my dream bike, so I'm trying to figure out where to go from here. But I will ride again. Never even got around to removing the dork disc, sigh.
Should I get another Supersix, or a Specialized Tarmac or Roubeaux? I am leaning towards a specialized.
Cheers!
M.
08-06-14, 07:59 PM
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Heal fast!
Be more careful next time!
Be more careful next time!
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08-06-14, 08:19 PM
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If the SS was your dream why Specialized? Get a SS EVO Hi-Mod.
08-06-14, 08:29 PM
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Hope you heal quickly and well.
You will be turning this in to your insurance?
And get another Super Six!
You will be turning this in to your insurance?
And get another Super Six!
08-06-14, 08:36 PM
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Get it fixed ?
At least get an estimate.
At least get an estimate.
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08-06-14, 08:38 PM
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Don't forget if you bought it new they usually will give you a great deal on a crash replacement frame.
08-06-14, 08:58 PM
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Is this the reason for the crash? https://cdn.thatssotrue.com/2012/2/23...1330031390.gif 
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08-06-14, 10:48 PM
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Meh, that will buff right out.
+1 on crash replacing your current frame, if it's your dream bike.
+1 on crash replacing your current frame, if it's your dream bike.
08-07-14, 06:19 AM
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08-07-14, 06:52 AM
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I have same injury, the wrist is a ***** to bring back to somewhat normal , get ready to have a clammy hand for a long time , on the bright side it only took me 90 days to start riding again but have to take it nice and slow for the wrist. Heal fast !!
08-07-14, 07:18 AM
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08-07-14, 07:40 AM
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Good that you are OK.
I remember when I first started riding, I heard about a local rider who rear-ended a parked truck on a fast descent and died.
I remember when I first started riding, I heard about a local rider who rear-ended a parked truck on a fast descent and died.
08-07-14, 07:58 AM
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I know a guy who rides a Madone that rear ended a parked truck, totaled his bike, and woke up several hours later in the bed of the pick up truck. Fortunately he lived to ride again.
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08-07-14, 08:01 AM
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I would get a 2014+ Supersix Evo. The offer so many models in different groupsets, Hi-MOd or normal, just incase your worried about $$. I just got the normal mod Ultegra Racing Edition and I love it.
08-07-14, 08:09 AM
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Is this the reason for the crash? https://cdn.thatssotrue.com/2012/2/23...1330031390.gif
08-07-14, 08:10 AM
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If the components and groupset are still ok, just get a SS EVO Hi-Mod frame and swap everything over. It's nice to look at different frames but keep in mind you may have to get used to a new geometry, which means at least a couple weeks of adjustment and maybe numb hands/feet/legs/ass etc. until you get everything lined up. It took me over a month to finally adjust to my own Evo and only now I am really enjoying the bike.
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I'd just replace the frame and any other components that are done for.
08-07-14, 08:17 AM
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The hi mod is about 50 grams lighter than the regular, but a pretty good step up in price.
Just sayin...I have a hi mod but no way I'd have that if I was not in the biz. Seriously.
Just sayin...I have a hi mod but no way I'd have that if I was not in the biz. Seriously.
08-07-14, 09:50 AM
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My shop is checking on frames, but I haven't heard yet. I wasn't sure how big a bargain I would get on the frame.
I know I would need 1 ultegra shifter/brake. I guess it depends on what Cannondale offers.
As far as new bikes, I am not digging the colors schemes on the Cannondales in my price range. Hopefully the 2015s will be out soon and I will like them better.
Thanks for the encouragement everyone.
M.
I know I would need 1 ultegra shifter/brake. I guess it depends on what Cannondale offers.
As far as new bikes, I am not digging the colors schemes on the Cannondales in my price range. Hopefully the 2015s will be out soon and I will like them better.
Thanks for the encouragement everyone.
M.
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