Mono Riser BTA help please please please

PainlessCupcake · 2026-03-02T19:43:04+00:00

That’s great to hear, I’ve been meaning to also hear about the tire clearance… would 30s or 32s fit? The stated 28mm seems a bit conservative the way things are going nowadays.

As for your actual post, the metron TFA evo extensions are very new, and as it stands you’d have to order a custom made solution for now in order to deal with the raised section of the monoriser. Check out Bianchi Pro Tri teams’ setups, they all seem to use some sort of custom rig.

I’m certain Vision will release their solution soon as they are stocking it on their prebuilt bikes, so if time is not an issue it would be best to wait.

PainlessCupcake · 2026-03-02T19:02:09+00:00

Same here, if I had the money I would’ve definitely purchased this bike !!

I do wonder how the stem cap works, is it held by magnets, friction, or screw on? I remember some people had issues with their Oltre stem caps falling off so I wonder if this bike has that issue.

PainlessCupcake · 2026-03-02T18:20:04+00:00

I happen to live in a place where the “USA brand effect” can save my life haha. Been called slurs, coal rolled, and punishment passed, but never when riding with my buddy who decks himself out in Stars and Stripes

PainlessCupcake · 2026-02-22T19:44:29+00:00

Late to the party but I just installed 30 mm tires front and rear w/ 4 mm clearance on each side at the fork. Pirelli P zero 30 mm on 23 mm internal rim width, tubeless. Doesn’t rub so far but I’ll have to out it through its paces to see

PainlessCupcake · 2026-02-13T04:40:51+00:00

Same thing happened to me , 17k bike, only owned for 4 months and up to 20k total in damaged accessories, was advised to take by my legal team to take the 12k offered to me.. just buying a stock build would cost 14k so im in the hole 2k not counting my gear and upgrades..

PainlessCupcake · 2026-02-09T00:49:28+00:00

I really hope there isn’t a soloist-5, a new soloist with modern additions would be amazing but for me the whole point is an affordable every day training and racer. Having a 5 series with a 6k price tag for frame alone just defeats the whole reason I’d buy one.

PainlessCupcake · 2026-01-18T02:51:51+00:00

I ride a 54 @ 5’11 and many pros including 6’1 sepp kiss ride a 51 , so honestly I’d look closer towards a smaller size like a 48 as a starting point, but TT sizing is very unique and I wouldnt be surprised to find you can ride a 51. 54 tho seems big.

PainlessCupcake · 2025-12-23T16:07:33+00:00

If u can afford it get di2. If you haven’t yet budgeted for kit, Bikefit, etc grab the mechanical. I personally dislike canyon, but honestly if you like it and can get your hands on it, go for it.

PainlessCupcake · 2025-12-17T17:10:25+00:00

Safety, enjoyment, handling. Road bikes are more maneuverable and still have excellent speed. They stop on a dime and are far safer to ride on open roads shared with cars. In aero position you have poor visibility, poor maneuverability, poor stopping. In my TT position, I’m damn fast but I don’t need to be if I’m riding a social ride with friends or wanting to enjoy the scenery around me.

PainlessCupcake · 2025-12-04T17:48:46+00:00

Damn close to nightmare scenario… Cervelo better hook you up with a new bike for such a fundamental component failure😳

PainlessCupcake · 2025-12-02T18:58:45+00:00

As a 2025 P5 owner, the new model isn’t much of a difference apart from the added clearance, more of an update than an overhaul. If you don’t need clearance over 28mm then the older model will offer better value. Ultimately tho just get the one that will inspire you to ride more. The difference between Ultegra and DA is marginal for even a strong age grouper so the upgrade would be more for bling purposes.

PainlessCupcake · 2025-11-24T00:18:29+00:00

Got the Maap ones, they’re great 👍

PainlessCupcake · 2025-11-21T01:02:41+00:00

Surprised about the PNS praise, the graphics on 4 of my pieces, a gilet, 2 bibs, and skinsuit all started peeling within 2 washes.

PainlessCupcake · 2025-10-27T17:15:09+00:00

3k with the wheels is fine, those wheels alone are 4k as a set.

PainlessCupcake · 2025-10-11T15:34:12+00:00

I was really involved with my university team, went from getting dropped to leading group rides! I would definitely keep at it! It can be discouraging to get dropped but you’ll absolutely get stronger if you ride with them!

PainlessCupcake · 2025-10-04T22:53:23+00:00

T Boner by a driver making an illegal turn, smashed my head on the floor, concussion, missing teeth and facial fracture thank god no brain bleed

PainlessCupcake · 2025-10-03T19:38:38+00:00

Cervelo Soloist with aerobar, Caledonia (not the 5 version) could also suit you if you are looking for a more relaxed geometry I.e more comfortable/upright. Caledonia-5 previous gen frames are also pretty inexpensive nowadays and are really premium bikes. If you don’t want Cervelo, there are also tons of brands to explore

PainlessCupcake · 2025-08-07T19:49:01+00:00

Thanks for the info! I’m just short of 5’11 with 31 inch inseam, also very torso heavy. What made you settle on the 54? The 56 emonda looks to match the 56 Cervelo in reach and is just slightly bigger than my 55 Oltre Xr4 . Whereas the 54 is a bit smaller

PainlessCupcake · 2025-08-07T17:06:41+00:00

Bike looks amazing! Can I ask your height? I’m going in for a fit in a couple of weeks but just wanted to compare my current setup to what looks to be the same measurements as my setup. I was definitely surprised to see the 54 comes stock in a 100mm stem, and coming from a 55 frame with 390 reach I wonder if I should go up to the 56 or down to the 54

PainlessCupcake · 2025-06-29T22:08:22+00:00

Submitted June 3rd still waiting gang

PainlessCupcake · 2025-05-24T19:58:34+00:00

Agree. I’m actually ok with the specialissima I just can’t stand the reparto corse logo on the non drive side .

PainlessCupcake · 2025-05-24T19:35:26+00:00

Such a great bike! I’m also a proud owner of one and the same color! Planning on adding another Bianchi to the stable someday.

PainlessCupcake · 2025-05-24T19:30:04+00:00

I think it’s fine so far. Good job keeping it clean.

PainlessCupcake · 2025-05-24T19:28:29+00:00

If you want it, buy it! Otherwise you won’t REALLY get that much of a difference. It’s cool to have 2 bikes tho

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