You pretty much nailed the list. I would buy a power meter today, since it will immediately make your training more effective.

After that, brakes next, then wheels. After brakes and wheels, cockpit. The Bayonet 3 is pretty good.

Only do the seat if your old one is a problem for you. If it is, buy that before the PM.

Also, the FSA Omega is a total piece of crap. It has a lot of lateral flex. I would replace that too. You can shave a 1/2 pound of weight, gain stiffness, and get some minor aero gains.

Sorry I needed to be more clear.

I've already upgraded to a profile design SVET carbon base and carbon extensions. And upgraded to the FSA 386 carbon crank and stages power meter. I changed the seat as well to an ISM PS 1.1. lastly I got a set of race wheels disk and 60 flos all carbon.

How bad is the frame? Would it make a big difference to switch to something like the IA 10, Shiv?

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You are already pretty awesome. The IA and Shiv are better, but most of the drag is coming from all the other junk attached to the frame, compared to just the frame. Doing a frame transplant is a lot of cost and effort for the gain. But, if I had the resources, I would do it. I am an IA16 captain and love it. I have done most of the same upgrades as you. Cockpit and crank are next for me. I am still on 105, while you have Ultegra. But the drivetrain is on my list as well.

So I've got a felt b14 too and been doing some upgrades - adding ultegra crank (w/ praxis) and was going to put ultegra brakes on it. LBS says they can't get an ultegra or a 105 to work on the rear mounted brake. Said they can't think of comparable options that would work and that I need to stick w/ the stock brake for the rear. Really? Any thoughts?

I think I read in another thread that the Felt B14 uses a TRP rear brake which is compatible with nothing. I think it is the TRP 922. It is a direct mount, but incompatible with the Shimano direct mount standard.

I had no issues getting the Omega X mounted to my B14.

I have pretty much upgraded most components over the past 2 years, in this order

• HED 60/90
• Di2 DA
• DA 9000 crank
• Alpha X

as noted, Frame is pretty aero at least versus the cost of replacing. now if you had $4-5K sitting around you surely could find better. but money is definitely better spent on low hanging fruit, professional fitting, helmet, tri suit, hydration systems. done right, those can save way more time.

Right, I'm fine with the frame. Have flo 60/90, now ultegra crank and was going to add ultegra brakes and was surprised to hear that shimano brakes wouldn't work for the rear. What'd u pay for omega?

I think I bought a pair when they were running one of their specials. You will see them listed on ST from time to time. I bought the front to be more aero. Rear is hidden but loved the ability to use hex key to adjust for different size tires. So much easier to switch out for training wheels or use on trainer.

Nice. I've got a hard time paying the cost of my crankset for one brake. Too bad ultegra or 105 won't work

It really depends on what you call "a big difference". In reality, nothing you've done is going to make a dramatic difference. You may gain a few minutes on the bike leg of an IM. I don't think the current B frames are bad at all. You might gain a bit from the deeper tubed frames on a windy day, but again, very small gains!
What you've got will not be the difference between a good performance or a bad one. If you're a pro or going for the AG podium, the small gains may matter to you, after that it's mostly absurd to worry about them (but I've done it too!)

Ensuring your position is good (and sustainable) and that your clothes/helmet are aerodynamically optimised will make a much bigger difference than any bike upgrades.

I think the Felt B14 uses the TRP T925 brake. IMHO, that is a crappy choice because of the side pull and noodle. If the TRP mounting standard is the same for all of their direct mount-style brakes, you could look at some of their other products. For example, the geometry of the TRP T930 looks very similar to the Shimano direct mounts.

Did you find a hex key shallow enough to get in behind the chainring to adjust the brake? Can't seem to and would appreciate a link to any site selling these. Ok, I can just about get in there with the tools I have, but it's a struggle and I hate it.

Don't let marketing get the best of you. That bike with just the new wheels will do anything you need it to do, no need to drop huge cash on another frame.
Do the proper training and make sure you have a decent position on the bike and youre good.

If you want to swap out the rear brake, you need a Dura Ace 7800. The only Shimano model to fit. This is a few generations back so will have to find on eBay. I have a B12 and swapped out the crap TRP brake for the DA. Makes a big difference.

Yes, it's a bit of a pain. I have the longer Park Tools hex and able to do it. Its been a few months, since it's been on the trainer since Nov. But I don't remember it being that bad.

what year B12?

Took a while to find them, but shallow hex keys do exist. Will buy at some point, should make adjusting the rear Omega more enjoyable.
http://products.wera.de/...50_pkls_9_sm_sb.html

Thinking about switching over to Conti 700 x 25s on my B14. Wondering if there is enough adjustment to allow for those tires. Thanks.

If it’s the same frame like the b10 then yes, I run these but had to adjust the alignment screws in the dropouts a bit.

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I just saw this thread, you can install an ultegra rear brake on this bike, I just did it on mine:
http://forum.slowtwitch.com/...4_P6480893/#p6480893

You’ve done the big stuff. I’m a big fan of making the best out of what you have. The Flet is the fastest, but frames don’t make a huge difference in themselves. Assuming the frame and front end fit you well, then your position and setup are going to get the biggest aero gains.

The best bit is that aero can be done inexpensively - your time and effort. Read the ‘platypus’ thread and enter the madness of self aero testing. Unfortunately, the Stages is going to limit your ability to get good results being less than perfect at recording the power going in. See if you can borrow a Powertap wheel for that.

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yes, should be fine. I run the Conti 25s on mine with no clearance issue. I am using Omega breaks and needed the direct mount adapter with more clearance. It comes with 2.