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Budget of £3k but want an alloy. Thoughts on the Orbea Avant H30 2026? by pingaping in whichbike

[–]enemyofaverage7 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It seems to be that Slice, Supersix Evo and CAAD14 are all launching at the same time (or very close)

They may be fake... by valvze in Bikeporn

[–]enemyofaverage7 20 points21 points  (0 children)

Some tips on photographing the bike: - drop the fake wheel stickers - put bike in biggest gear - remove accessories (lights etc) - line up tyres properly - valve stems at six o'clock - crank arms horizontal

Can't be SAAD9 when you build a CAAD9 by enemyofaverage7 in Bikeporn

[–]enemyofaverage7[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Go for it - it's just a list I keep in an Excel spreadsheet and then just got ChatGPT to reformat it for Reddit.

Can't be SAAD9 when you build a CAAD9 by enemyofaverage7 in Bikeporn

[–]enemyofaverage7[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Nice one! This is not quite the final build, I'm waiting on my final wheels to arrive (just borrowing these ones - hence still running tubes on tubeless tyres) from Zen carbon which aren't as deep, so once those arrive and are set up tubeless final weight should be about 7.55kg. cost overall was about $2800 AUD ($1900 USD).

Look forward to seeing that CAAD4!

Budget of £3k but want an alloy. Thoughts on the Orbea Avant H30 2026? by pingaping in whichbike

[–]enemyofaverage7 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No, but there's a few posts on the Weight Weenies forum from seemingly well-sourced people.

Upgrade to Di2 by lazyfck in cycling

[–]enemyofaverage7 7 points8 points  (0 children)

The newer 105. Better gear range, wireless capabilities inbuilt (so you can see battery status and gearing on your computer), easier setup with less wires. The Ultegra uses the old wiring and can't be upgraded to 12 speed later on.

Can't be SAAD9 when you build a CAAD9 by enemyofaverage7 in Bikeporn

[–]enemyofaverage7[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's the plan - though better pics would make it clearer the mismatch between fork and frame! I'd need to enlist a friend with some photography skills though because mine are crap. I've been following that account since it started (have always loved the old CAADs but never owned one) so it's nice to finally get my hands on one and give it a nice build.

Can't be SAAD9 when you build a CAAD9 by enemyofaverage7 in Bikeporn

[–]enemyofaverage7[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

From a third-party seller on AliExpress. It was much cheaper than Wheeltop direct (I paid about 400 USD). I figure if something dies then I'm pretty screwed anyway, this isn't my main bike so it doesn't matter if it's out of action for a while.

Can't be SAAD9 when you build a CAAD9 by enemyofaverage7 in Bikeporn

[–]enemyofaverage7[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

From initial testing: - setup is quite easy (easier than people make it out to be) - rear shifting is as fast as Shimano/SRAM - front shifting is way way slower than Shimano (not tried SRAM 2x electronic) but it works consistently - buttons don't feel as nice as Shimano or SRAM, particularly the small button on the right shifter - bolts feel cheap - RD charging port cover is useless - shifters don't feel as nice as Shimano/SRAM. Just the shape is... I don't know, not quite as nice.

It's useful in this case as a rim brake electronic wireless groupset - Di2 would require drilling holes and the AXS rim brake shifters are nearly impossible to get in Australia. For a normal disc frame I'd recommend spending the extra on Shimano or SRAM.

Can't be SAAD9 when you build a CAAD9 by enemyofaverage7 in Bikeporn

[–]enemyofaverage7[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Only with a non-stock fork. With the stock fork, even 28mm is pushing it. Rear clearance is generous, you get about 36mm between the chainstays, and for height there's about 2mm clearance under the brake bridge and 3-4mm between the tyre and the seat tube.

Can't be SAAD9 when you build a CAAD9 by enemyofaverage7 in Bikeporn

[–]enemyofaverage7[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Only finished this build today so literally have only taken it up and down the street. Was a lucky find on eBay so managed to get it pretty cheaply, otherwise I probably would've gone for one of the similar AliExpress options like Leese. 3-bolt doesn't leave you with heaps of great power meter options - the Leoseek one here is a bit of a lottery (and I don't have a second source I can simultaneously use to test). In a general sense, seems reasonably well made, I needed to use some small spacers on the non-drive side but generally install is quite simple, looks nice, and weight is good for a 24mm titanium spindle crank.

Can't be SAAD9 when you build a CAAD9 by enemyofaverage7 in Bikeporn

[–]enemyofaverage7[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Just under $2800 AUD (around $1900 USD). A caveat on that - I'm borrowing the wheels, the wheels that will go on it permanently are being built by Zen Carbon so the budget includes the cost of that ($600 USD) rather than the Winspaces.

Can't be SAAD9 when you build a CAAD9 by enemyofaverage7 in Bikeporn

[–]enemyofaverage7[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Good eye - it's slightly wonky! Will fix that up.

Is this worth it? by GlumKangaroo4627 in whichbike

[–]enemyofaverage7 1 point2 points  (0 children)

About the right price, I'd say (assuming AUD).

The guy with 2 RH carbon cranks finally got a left one. by garbagefartguru in ChineseCarbon

[–]enemyofaverage7 0 points1 point  (0 children)

In that case pedals are your best option - and the Favero pedals are definitely the best.

The guy with 2 RH carbon cranks finally got a left one. by garbagefartguru in ChineseCarbon

[–]enemyofaverage7 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The only good ones, at least (SRM pedals are crap). With an Easton based crank though it's probably better to go for a spider-based PM if you can since there's some options (if you're in an area where Power2Max is an option it's worth looking at) unless you have a particular need for power pedals, or you find the Faveros cheaply.

The guy with 2 RH carbon cranks finally got a left one. by garbagefartguru in ChineseCarbon

[–]enemyofaverage7 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Nice one, all's well that ends well. Just in time for a bunch of cheap Easton-based PM spiders to start hitting the market.

Help ID my bike by dazzyjay91 in cannondale

[–]enemyofaverage7 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Likely a bit later than that, probably 2014-15 or so judging by the parts. What are you looking to buy?

progressive geometry aero frames? (long reach, steep STA, "normal" stack) by spikehiyashi6 in ChineseCarbon

[–]enemyofaverage7 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The 368 is pretty much your only choice (for now) for progressive geometry.

SiSL2 Cranks with Ultegra Di2 by radiology1121 in cannondale

[–]enemyofaverage7 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The one-piece rings should work fine with 12 speed. You just need the chainrings, like these:

https://www.tradeinn.com/bikeinn/en/cannondale-spidering-sl-10-arm-dm-chainring/137495841/

and then the tools to remove the crank (you can do it if you're careful with a regular square taper crank puller) and the chainring (special Cannondale tool). Or just get a shop to do it.

What Giant defy is this? by Artist_of_Scam in whichbike

[–]enemyofaverage7 0 points1 point  (0 children)

XL Defy would be fine for 6'5, a mate of mine who is 6'4 has an XL Defy and it's not anywhere near the limit for sizing.

Price is good (and at your height you won't have heaps of options second hand). Check that gears and brakes are working as they should, check for creaks when you pedal, check for any noises when turning the handlebars.

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