Colnago CX-1

spanielsson

Here is my 2009 Colnago CX-1 paint code ACRD.

I've had the frame since March, I've been dying to build it and it is finally done. This is the first phase really, the long term view is Di2 and ZIpp wheels. Until then I will have to make do

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Frame: Colnago CX-1 48s ACRD
Forks: Colnago full carbon
Bars: Pro Stealth Evo
Stem: Pro Stealth Evo
Headset: Colnago integrated
Bar Tape: Fizik Dual

Front Brake Lever: Shimano Ultegra 6700
Front Caliper: Shimano Ultegra 6700
Rear Brake Lever: Shimano Ultegra 6700
Rear Caliper: Shimano Ultegra 6700

Shifters: Shimano Ultegra 6700
Cables: Jagwire Racer
Front Mech: Shimano Ultegra 6700
Rear Mech: Shimano Ultegra 6700

Seat: Selle Italia Thoork
Seat Post: Colnago
Seat Post Clamp: Colnago

Cranks: Shimano Dura Ace 7900, 172.5mm
Chainring(s): 50/34
Chain: Shimano Ultegra 6700
Cassette: Shimano Ultegra 6700 12-25
Pedals: Time RXS First
Bottom Bracket: Shimano Dura Ace 7900

Front Wheel:
Rim: Mavic Open Pro 32 h
Spokes: Sapim DB
Hub: Hope Pro 3
Tube: Vittoria
Tyre: Continental Attack (Still awaiting Vittoria Open Pave's)

Back Wheel:
Rim: Mavic Open Pro 32h
Spokes: Sapim DB
Hub: Cycleops SL+ Powertap
Tube: Vittoria
Tire: Continental Force (Still awaiting Vittoria Open Pave's)

Accessories: Planet X Ti/Carbon skewers, Pro Carbon bottle cage, Cycleops wireless computer/Garmin 705

Weight: Too much with these wheels!

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Anonymous

Woo hoo!

Nice one Dan, Looks ace!

Need a review of Red v DA...

carl_p

Man that's nice. Like the way you've done the bars and tape. How does it ride?

spanielsson

Carl_P wrote:

Man that's nice. Like the way you've done the bars and tape. How does it ride?

I've just been out on it for the first time. Believe everything you read and all of the hype, this bike is just stunning.

I don't think I've used anything so sure footed before it corners and descends beautifully, uphill it is equally as good. It climbs soooooo well!

I'm really pleased with the parts I've used, the stealth bars are not the lightest but are a worthwhile addition.

Pokerface

Well done D. Looking sharp!! Might need to organize another group ride soon so we can all show off our new bike bling!


(Di2 is a long-term goal of mine also, once I can find a place to sell that extra kidney!)

spanielsson

Thanks Colin.

A grand day out sounds a great idea, will it just become a tarts fashion show?!

The difference between the Madone and CX-1 is massive, I'm guessing there is as big a difference between your Trek & your S3?

At the moment Di2 seems a pipe dream, I'm thinking I should sell my Sram Red groupset to partially fund the change.

When you find the place we can get cash for kidneys let me know, who needs two anyway?!

hopper1

Stunning.... Simple as .....

Pokerface

Yes- the difference between the S£ and Madone is striking. BOth good bikes, but the more ride my S3, the more I like it. Especially with the Zipps on and cruising at high speeds. It sprints much better than the Madone and handles the rough stuff very well.

I'm going to rebuild the Madone later this year and use it as a winter bike. It was my winter bike last year- it just was my ONLY bike

ScottieP

Spanielsson - lovely bike, what are you using it most for? Racing or general riding? I've read that the CX-1's a bit of a sprinters bike (so a racer) rather than an all purpose ride - how would you categorise it?

Have fun .... The more I see Colnago's the more I'm liking them!

Cheers
ScottieP

spanielsson

Scottie,

I've done less than 100 miles on it so far. First impression is that it is a rocket, it climbs and descends really well. More time on it this weekend will tell me exactly what it is, but so far it has been great and fairly forgiving.

It is a posh bike for best, so racing on it is out of the question just yet!