I recently bought a barely used Cannondale F3000 SL (2002) and I would like some tips on replacing componotents in order to make it lighter/stronger. The usual parts that take wear fastest (tires, chain, rings, ..(?)) seem to be pretty plush still. The bike has default components throughout right now.
My riding style is sort of soft and calculated and I am yet to actually brake any compononet of a bike in seven years of riding, if that is something to take into consideration regarding weight vs. strengt.
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I recently bought a barely used Cannondale F3000 SL (2002) and I would like some tips on replacing componotents in order to make it lighter/stronger. The usual parts that take wear fastest (tires, chain, rings, ..(?)) seem to be pretty plush still. The bike has default components throughout right now.
My riding style is sort of soft and calculated and I am yet to actually brake any compononet of a bike in seven years of riding, if that is something to take into consideration regarding weight vs. strengt.
Thanks for all suggestions.
MA.
Norway
Does your bike seem heavy to you now? I was just looking at the specs of your bike, and can't believe it can be all that heavy, unless the euro versions have drastically different componets. If you must though, wheels/tires, cranks, handle bars and seat posts are areas to look into.
I recently bought a barely used Cannondale F3000 SL (2002) and I would like some tips on replacing componotents in order to make it lighter/stronger. The usual parts that take wear fastest (tires, chain, rings, ..(?)) seem to be pretty plush still. The bike has default components throughout right now.
My riding style is sort of soft and calculated and I am yet to actually brake any compononet of a bike in seven years of riding, if that is something to take into consideration regarding weight vs. strengt.
Thanks for all suggestions.
Are you serious? If the 2002 model is anything like the 2003 I saw on Cannondale's web site, it already has top of the line components throughout, and is very light. If you have one of these in like new condition, then ride it until something breaks, then fix it. If you just have money to burn, then you could get some Egg beater triple Ti pedals for $300+ (probably much more in Norway). The WTB Rocket V Laser saddle is very light (195g) and comfortable. Tires are always a good place to start looking to save weight, but if they are tubeless, your selection will be limited.
