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  1. #1
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    Jul 2008
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    The only "upgrades" I've made, so far, to my Cervelo Soloist Carbon, have been adding 2 carbon side-loading bottle cages. What I would like to upgrade in the near future, include -

    possibly a new saddle...unsure about my current (Specialized Phenom) one

    LOOK Keo Max Carbon pedals - currently using Time RXS Carbon pedals, which I don't like

    CatEye V3 or Polar CS200CAD cycle computer - currently using CatEye Strada Wireless, but would like cadence & HR

    A different set of aerobars - currently using Profile Design Jammer GT, but would like a set w/flip-up armrests to allow access to top bar

    Williams System 30 wheelset - I HATE my stock wheels!

    A wingtop-style handlebar - currently using the stock bars on my bike, but would like a bar with a "flatter" top bar for more comfort

    I think that's all...for now.

    Oh...FWIW, I've been using Michelin ProRace 3 tires...and LOVE them! They have excellent grip and corner like the bike is on rails. But I have a friend who rolls on the Conti GP 4000S and swears by it. My hubby tried the GP 4000S and didn't like it...said it felt "sluggish" to him...he's back on the ProRace 3's. Tires are a very "individual" thing, I've found...sort of like saddles. What feels good and works well for one person, might not be the case for somebody else.
    Last edited by nscrbug; 11-03-2009 at 04:23 PM.

  2. #2
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    Nov 2005
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    Between the Blue Ridge and the Chesapeake Bay
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    Yeah, it depends on what you want. You might not need to upgrade anything, it's all up to you.

    On my Luna, I will eventually upgrade my pedals. But that's it. I already replaced the double crank with a compact double.

    On my Bike Friday, the only thing I want to get is a rearview mirror, because it's a pain to switch back and forth with the Luna. That's not really an upgrade.

    I will invest in a major maintenance overhaul on both bikes, though. Every few years it's a good thing to do, if you want to keep the bike, that is.

 

 

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