Det

So I'm facing some big troubles of live. I'm thinking about a different Cyclocross and I've read some amazing things about the Cannondale CAADX 105 2017+ (TRP Spyre era). Now, I know, there's even *more* fabulous stuff about the SuperX moving around, but at that price & riding position that won't be this year. Or even next year.

But the one I have is Ribble CR3 CX, and it's got:

- Carbon Frame
- Shimano 105
- Hydraulic Disc Brakes (RS505 STI / RS785)
- Tubeless Tyres
- ribblecycles.co.uk/ribble-cr3-cx/

The new CAADX 105 2018 would give me:

- Aluminium Frame
- Shimano 105
- TRP Spyre ("Semi"-Hydraulic)
- The same Tubless Tyres, I'd switch them
- Incredible Handling? (Opinion, but it's what people say)
- bike24.com/1.php?content=8;product=233703

Can you give me some good insight in favor or against it? Is it an upgrade or a downgrade?

shoota 

I fail to see how that's an upgrade. Looks more like a downgrade to me unless there is something seriously wrong with your Ribble CR3.

shelbyfv

What is drawing you to the Cannondale? Would you prefer the aluminum frame?

manapua_man

The CAADX bikes are very nice, but I don't think the one you listed would be an upgrade over your current bike. I'm considering getting one myself (already have a 2016 SuperX), but it'll be a bike that I loan out to people and fly out with for short tours rather than the bike I ride all the time.

egear

The TRP Spyre brakes are absolutely outstanding. Past that point the dale doesn't seem any better.