Chislenko
Veteran
Cheshire.
Is this worth Buying??
- Thread starter huggybear0
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huggybear0
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Ok not far. I am originally from the North. Saddleworth
Cycleops
Legendary Member
- Location
- Accra, Ghana
Surrey to Cheshire, you could cycle that
vickster
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You mean Cheshire to Surrey… he’s got to walk to collect it
Cycleops
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- Location
- Accra, Ghana
There are trains aren't there?
He could bring it back on the train to Euston/St Pancreas/ Kings Cross, cycle across London to Victoria them home on the train.
vickster
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Not direct from Surrey to Cheshire. Besides He’ll get fitter walking
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huggybear0
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Cycleops
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- Location
- Accra, Ghana
It's a nine year old bike. You'll need to check it over very thoroughly, especially for any crash damage. 550 seems a lot.
Illaveago
Guru
- Location
- Chippenham,Wiltshire.
I'm biting my tongue !
vickster
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biggs682
Touch it up and ride it
- Location
- Northamptonshire
You be careful doing that
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huggybear0
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Would this be better than the Giant TCR
Cannondale CAAD8 105
bought from Evans in 2017 and regularly serviced at a local shop since then. Mileage is quite low - it's done less than 1000 miles and has always been stored inside so no rust or rot anywhere! £450.00
Your advice would be appreciated
Cannondale CAAD8 105
bought from Evans in 2017 and regularly serviced at a local shop since then. Mileage is quite low - it's done less than 1000 miles and has always been stored inside so no rust or rot anywhere! £450.00
Your advice would be appreciated
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vickster
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To note it's a 2016 model so may well have been an end of line purchase in 2017. Looks a decent spec.
https://www.leisurelakesbikes.com/b...e-caad8-105-5-racing-road-bike-2016-red__9160 (although not 'full' 105, Tektro brakes, FSA cranks)
It's not cheap but doesn't seem a complete rip off if everything is tip top and nothing needs replacing.
It has got a pressfit BB like most Cannondales, but it could be fine. Listen for creaks and squeaks when pedalling on test ride.
You might want a wider cassette if you live somewhere hilly, which may necessitate a new rear mech but those aren't too costly. You may want to upgrade to a 105 brakeset too. See if he'll sell for 350-400 so you can upgrade a few bits if needed
It came with 25mm tyres and may not have room for much wider, let alone mudguards
https://www.leisurelakesbikes.com/b...e-caad8-105-5-racing-road-bike-2016-red__9160 (although not 'full' 105, Tektro brakes, FSA cranks)
It's not cheap but doesn't seem a complete rip off if everything is tip top and nothing needs replacing.
It has got a pressfit BB like most Cannondales, but it could be fine. Listen for creaks and squeaks when pedalling on test ride.
You might want a wider cassette if you live somewhere hilly, which may necessitate a new rear mech but those aren't too costly. You may want to upgrade to a 105 brakeset too. See if he'll sell for 350-400 so you can upgrade a few bits if needed
It came with 25mm tyres and may not have room for much wider, let alone mudguards
All uphill
Still rolling along
- Location
- Somerset
Does it fit?
Do you like it?
If so the purchase price will soon be a distant memory while you are out having fun and getting fitter.
biggs682
Touch it up and ride it
- Location
- Northamptonshire
And being red means it goes faster
