Pretty much says it all. This is the one that is REALLY close to just being a direct copy. Definitely not the same mold, but someone went to a lot of trouble to get it close.
Known differences are:
1. Rear derailleur cable exits the chainstay in a different spot
2. Head tube is wider in general, especially at the bottom where there is a 1-1/2" bearing instead of 1-1/8"
3. Seatpost is quite wide at the mount point. Like 1/2" or so.
This is a matte finish frame with no graphics whatsoever. Not a fan of the Cervelo paint job on a knock-off frame.
This is a nimble, sharp handling bike. Extremely comfortable, but with excellent road feel. I paid $600 through ebay. Thinking $500 for Frame/Fork/Seatpost would be an excellent deal, and much faster shipping.
Unfortunately, due to my ridiculous proportions (5'10" tall, but with 36.5" inseam), the seatpost is extended too far. I have tried to get a longer post, but failed. It is 350mm, and I would need at least 400mm if not longer. Willing to consider a trade for a 56, but even that may not be enough, and the head tube on the 54cm is already plenty for me.
Pictures on the google+:
https://plus.google.com/.../5900893690362342449
Known differences are:
1. Rear derailleur cable exits the chainstay in a different spot
2. Head tube is wider in general, especially at the bottom where there is a 1-1/2" bearing instead of 1-1/8"
3. Seatpost is quite wide at the mount point. Like 1/2" or so.
This is a matte finish frame with no graphics whatsoever. Not a fan of the Cervelo paint job on a knock-off frame.
This is a nimble, sharp handling bike. Extremely comfortable, but with excellent road feel. I paid $600 through ebay. Thinking $500 for Frame/Fork/Seatpost would be an excellent deal, and much faster shipping.
Unfortunately, due to my ridiculous proportions (5'10" tall, but with 36.5" inseam), the seatpost is extended too far. I have tried to get a longer post, but failed. It is 350mm, and I would need at least 400mm if not longer. Willing to consider a trade for a 56, but even that may not be enough, and the head tube on the 54cm is already plenty for me.
Pictures on the google+:
https://plus.google.com/.../5900893690362342449