realskiers

Morning Ron.....oh yeah....knocked 9 lbs off my Bianchi to the new Cannandale Synapse? carbon fiber frame, Shimmano 104's....and a host of other great features.

What I noticed was the carbon fiber seems to absorb vibration better and the frame dynamics seem to put pedal power to the back wheel more efficiently.

The gearing doesn't give me a great top end but the bottom is great for hills in our area.

Most importantly after trying  3 top end touring bikes all 54".....this one fit my frame the best. Yup..try before you buy!

So I customized it with the "gentlemans" seat for comfort....threw on my pegs and haven't looked back since.

Had the Bianchi about 8 years and thought light would be right....yes it is!

Good equipment isn't always the solution but man....sure makes life easeir!? ?G?