Took the Eastons out for their first ride today. The bike definitely accelerates faster uphill. I was seeing 2-3 miles faster on the short hills we were riding today in between storms. The wheels are about a pound lighter than the Fulcrums so that makes sense. I actually dropped Thom on a hill today. That hasn't happened in a long time.

It's a bit stiffer ride - probably because I'm riding at 120 PSI instead of 100. I actually like a stiff ride, so that's okay.

The rear wheel was pinging under heavy acceleration. One spoke was ever so slightly loose. Fixed that when we got home, so hopefully that problem will go away.

The Shimanos are coming from the UK so they won't be here for a bit.

And yes, I did get a second cassette.

Veronica