Scavenged my CAAD for this new build...


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Preliminary build list:

M/L 2012 Fuji Altamira SE
6700 standard cranks
Rotor QRings standard chainrings
6700 rear derailleur
Planet X CNC brake calipers
Recon cassette
5700 levers
5700 front derailleur
FSA K-Force seatpost (tuned with POP yolks)
FSA K-Force stem
FSA K-Force handlebar
FSA K-Force spacers
SOUL Kozak Top Cap
Tune Gum-Gum
Fizik Antares VS saddle
AICAN cables
Zipp Speedcages
S-Works Roubaix tape
H Plus Son Archtype/Sapim CXRay/BHS Wheelset
Veloflex Corsa 23
Challenge Latex

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2012 Fuji Altamira SE - 6.42kg

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Nice ! Like the q rings ultegra combo I have the same setup but in dark grey

Thanks dude! Got them as part of the frame deal.....if I like them I will probably get some Rotor cranks when I upgrade to Campy.

EDIT: Sick drop on your ride btw!

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2012 Fuji Altamira SE - 6.42kg

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I always love this frame.

In matte like further.

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Cannondale Supersix '10

Weighed her today.....a bit porky due to the levers, brakes and chain set which will change when the entire group gets upgraded.



What do y'all think for group? I was thinking Campy; however, I am keeping the wheels which are confirmed 1440g and robust for all-around use. That made me think I should go SRAM Red.

p.s. for the non-metric amongst us....

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2012 Fuji Altamira SE - 6.42kg

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What do you think of the ride so far?

I've been considering it since seeing this CC article[1] mentioning Craig Lewis liking his:



[1] http://www.competitivecyclist.com/whats ... t.444.html

Loving it to be honest! Coming from a CAAD10 so the compliance from the thin stays and carbon is fantastic. The weight is great and will be below 15 when I get some cash to finish the upgrades. Handling is tight but not twitchy, it really feels confident.

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2012 Fuji Altamira SE - 6.42kg

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Some new photos and a weight reduction! Need to find some light weight skewers and brakes.

Upgraded to Michelin Pro 4s, Michelin Aircomp tubes. Here are some weights.


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And the end product!


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2012 Fuji Altamira SE - 6.42kg

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For some reason I'm not seeing the new pics, but I'm interested!

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Exp001

Technical difficulties! Got them worked out I think.

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I can see them. Bike looks very nice, well done.

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Lookin' good, nice and solid.

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Exp001

Nice pick. I don't see too many Fujis out my way. Really nice.

How's the channel in the saddle? Did you have a "regular" Fizik before it to compare the two?

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Thanks!

@mellowjohnny, I had an Arione before that did not feel good. I think my sit bones were too wide for the Arione and I was experiencing some numbness. That's why I went wider and the channel. Can't say whether the relief is coming from the wider saddle or the channel.

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2012 Fuji Altamira SE - 6.42kg

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Nice ride. I like the fact it's not totally stealth. It seems there's a bit more thought gone into it and I think that looks great.
I've a Caad 10-1 and can't fault the bike, just can't get it to look as good as this