I am riding a 2001 Cannondale R1000si Triple. The frame is aluminum CAD5 and the component set is Shimano Ultegara. I put 10,000 mile on the bike (3000/year).
I am considering a new bike with Carbon frame and DuraAce component group (something like: Trek 5500 or Giant TCR Composite 0).
I am riding with local clubs, “friendly” racing, 30-70 mile rides, a few Centuries per year.
For those who had experience switching from Aluminum to Carbon: Am I going to really feel a difference in performance (the Cannondale is an entry level racing bike)?
Originally posted by Chaim For those who had experience switching from Aluminum to Carbon: Am I going to really feel a difference in performance (the Cannondale is an entry level racing bike)?
Will it feel different? Yes. Will you go any faster? No. Will you be any more comfey? Maybee.
I would have to agree with both posts so far... carbon is way more comfortable than aluminum. My previous road bike was also a Cannondale, so I can vouch for this.
I used to wear gloves to soak up some of the vicious road vibration. Not anymore.
