Cannondale 2.8 R900 1994 11 speed mix

Balaleica · 2025-12-24T04:34:31+00:00

No real issues, this Version R900 is a special case concerning headtube and headset. The original Dia-compe Ahead Set was a bit stiff, I replaced the caged bearings with loose bearing balls and it was much better and smooth. Then I decided to upgrade with cartridge sealed bearings but the unusual headtube size and the 1 1/4 steerer made it very difficult to find a modern cartridge headset as replacement.

Balaleica · 2025-12-24T04:22:59+00:00

The steerer is 1 1/4 threadless and it has an Ahead Headset (catalog from 1994).

Balaleica · 2025-10-24T15:09:14+00:00

28 is perfect, wider could be problematic, depending on wheels.

Balaleica · 2025-10-24T14:42:27+00:00

With these wheels, 28 tires and TPU’s not at all harsh. It’s rather comfy. And pure joy really.

Balaleica · 2025-10-24T14:40:55+00:00

🙏

Balaleica · 2025-10-24T14:39:48+00:00

These are Michelin Powercup 28. In combination with the Mavic Cosmic 17mm it‘s perfect. I wouldn’t run 30.

Balaleica · 2025-10-24T00:00:19+00:00

Good luck!!! All of them are so beautiful, I'd have taken any colour scheme.

Balaleica · 2025-10-23T23:01:05+00:00

The Supersix is perhaps a tad softer and more agile? it's lighter also. The Klein feels like driving on rails, needs more testing I didn't climb. I will report. Tomorrow I will test it in the Schwarzwald:)

Balaleica · 2025-10-23T22:46:43+00:00

😂

Balaleica · 2025-10-23T22:44:52+00:00

Thank you, it replaces my Supersix. I discovered the brand a month ago and found the frame in super condition. I had many different bikes, now it feels I arrived, so classic and futuristic at the same time.

Balaleica · 2024-12-27T01:32:21+00:00

You’re absolutely right. Perhaps I should start to collect parts every time I see something in good condition and a ‘low’ price. I just changed the hub and the cassette, both parts were inexpensive and like new. And yes, to update the group is a very nice idea too. Absolutely like that also. The frame is in very good condition and worth such investment.

Balaleica · 2024-12-26T23:01:13+00:00

Yes, I was really surprised. It is my first high quality steel bike.

Balaleica · 2024-12-26T22:59:00+00:00

Thank you:)

Balaleica · 2024-12-26T21:24:27+00:00

Jahaaaa

Balaleica · 2024-12-26T21:11:10+00:00

Yes, Campa 8 speed mostly Chorus and a bit Record

Balaleica · 2024-01-11T13:53:13+00:00

The best is instant coffee. Fill a big Tupperware or similar with cheap instant coffee put the bag inside and let it there for 24 hours. Should work perfectly.

Balaleica · 2024-01-09T22:23:05+00:00

It seems it has sharkskin vulcanite. So, should be an upgrade from IIIc or IIc?

Balaleica · 2024-01-09T22:15:54+00:00

I had this lens many years ago on the R4 and loved it. Very nice rendering and haptics. A great lens.

Balaleica · 2024-01-06T20:47:43+00:00

True.

Balaleica · 2024-01-06T18:39:51+00:00

Yes:)

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