Cervelo S2 upgrade worthy?

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Martin.dk
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by Martin.dk

Hi. I can get a reasonable price on a 2014 Cervelo S2.

It's a stock bike equipped with Shimano 105 and some cheap Shimano wheels.

I'll proberbly change everything except the stem - and keep the wheels for foul weather :)

The question is, if the S2 frameset is worthy of a massive upgrade? I can get the S2 cheaper than a S3 frameset and as far as i know the only difference is the S3 fork.

looking forward to all your input :smartass:

/Martin
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wingguy
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by wingguy

Yes to everything you just said :wink:

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justkeepedaling
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by justkeepedaling

Heck, I even prefer the s2 to the s3. Go for it

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by cyclenutnz

S2 fork is cheaper to make but not any less aero. So there is no performance difference between S2 and S3 framesets
A frameset that is used on the worldtour is definitely upgrade worthy.
I usually put my clients on S2 with powermeter rather than S3, or upgrade other key components.
You really can't go too far wrong

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by aerodynamiq

Go for it! The S2 well-kitted makes a beautiful ride.
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5DII
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by 5DII

When Ryder Hesjedal was on garmin cervelo his S3 had the S2 fork in S3 paint

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by mpulsiv

The difference is in the fork. I read that S2 has clearance issues with 25mm tires.
Also, check with Cervelo fans http://forums.cervelo.com/forums/5.aspx
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bonafide
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by bonafide

Absolutely. I just finished my virgin ride on my new 2014 S3. I built it up with mostly Red and as a 1X11. The bike is amazing. Not only is it fast at speed, it's fast getting to speed. It's lively and still comfortable. So far, better than anything I've ever ridden- hands down

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