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CC80 on CAAD9? I bought them, Pic inc.

Posted: Wed Nov 07, 2012 2:28 pm
by Maximilian
I've the opportunity to buy a new pair Mavic CC80s at a very attractive price. Would they be aero overkill on a CAAD9? I currently have Campag Khamsins for training and a pair of custom handbuilt PX20mm weighting in at 1050g.

Maximilian.

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I'll take some better photos and do its own thread soon.

CC80 on CAAD9? I bought them, Pic inc.

Posted: Wed Nov 07, 2012 2:28 pm
by Weenie

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Re: CC80 on CAAD9?

Posted: Wed Nov 07, 2012 3:41 pm
by jrennie
No such thing as aero overkill.

Re: CC80 on CAAD9?

Posted: Wed Nov 07, 2012 4:06 pm
by NWSAlpine
Not at all. The CAAD9 with those wheels would be a heck of a crit or rolling road racing machine!

Re: CC80 on CAAD9?

Posted: Wed Nov 07, 2012 5:12 pm
by HillRPete
Straight tubes and deep wheels. Way to go.

Re: CC80 on CAAD9?

Posted: Wed Nov 07, 2012 5:14 pm
by ultyguy
I think it'd look damn hot :twisted:

This place is like a meth-head gear compulsive buying persons' worst nightmare.

Re: CC80 on CAAD9?

Posted: Wed Nov 07, 2012 5:45 pm
by Maximilian
Did a quick mock-up with someone else's bike. Mine's the same paint scheme, with full chorus and a black arione. I know the CC80 are deeper.

I'm very tempted. I don't want to get a different frame as the geo fits me perfectly but still want some aero-ness.

Re: CC80 on CAAD9?

Posted: Wed Nov 07, 2012 9:29 pm
by topflightpro
I have 404s on my Caad 9. I know, it's about 22mm difference, but it works for me.

Re: CC80 on CAAD9?

Posted: Thu Nov 08, 2012 2:06 am
by SpinnerTim
Visually, it works fine. I think the look is sharp.

Practically... are you heavy enough to ride an 80mm front rim on what's basically a textbook crit frame? That could get awfully squirrelly in a hurry if you aren't a big dude. Never mind crosswinds, I'd be worried that somebody might sneeze while I ride past! But if you're a big Fabian-type, that's a cool setup.

-Tim

Re: CC80 on CAAD9?

Posted: Wed Dec 12, 2012 7:53 pm
by Maximilian
SpinnerTim wrote:Visually, it works fine. I think the look is sharp.

Practically... are you heavy enough to ride an 80mm front rim on what's basically a textbook crit frame? That could get awfully squirrelly in a hurry if you aren't a big dude. Never mind crosswinds, I'd be worried that somebody might sneeze while I ride past! But if you're a big Fabian-type, that's a cool setup.

-Tim


Hmmm, I'm 6'4" and 63kg.... Wiggo height, Contador weight. I might get blown over?

Re: CC80 on CAAD9?

Posted: Wed Dec 12, 2012 7:57 pm
by Monkeyboy3333
it'll lool wicked, buy them and get it posted up here asap!

Re: CC80 on CAAD9?

Posted: Wed Dec 12, 2012 8:00 pm
by Maximilian
I've just emailed the seller asking if I can give them a spin. :twisted:

Re: CC80 on CAAD9? I bought them, Pic inc.

Posted: Fri Dec 21, 2012 11:17 pm
by Maximilian
I bought the wheels. See top of page. :twisted:

Re: CC80 on CAAD9? I bought them, Pic inc.

Posted: Fri Dec 21, 2012 11:58 pm
by robertg
I think your bike looks great with those wheels, fast as hell looking!

Re: CC80 on CAAD9? I bought them, Pic inc.

Posted: Sat Dec 22, 2012 12:04 am
by Maximilian
Can't race 'em tomorrow as the glue isn't done and it's going to be very, very wet in London. Next weekend though..!

Re: CC80 on CAAD9? I bought them, Pic inc.

Posted: Sat Dec 22, 2012 1:55 am
by NWSAlpine
You made the right choice. Those rims are going to be awesome!

Re: CC80 on CAAD9? I bought them, Pic inc.

Posted: Sat Dec 22, 2012 1:55 am
by Weenie

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