I like my Cannondale Slice Ultegra Build. I have a set of Flo 60/90s on it and it performs great. It fit me well. I am a long leg, short torso. It is comfortable and my lower back doesn’t bother me on long rides. Is it the most aero. No. Does it hold me back. Not enough to matter for me.
Aside from the fit, which works for me (also short torso’d), I like having a unique-ish bike. My P2 was anything but.
The Slice is a well designed, well thought out Time Trial bike. It’s starting to age, but still pretty good overall. It also comes in a decent variety of sizes, unlike some other brands. The slender seatpost helps take some sting out of bad roads compared to many other TT bikes, so it’s relatively comfortable.
As for aerodynamics, it’s UCI legal, so there are other Tri specific bikes that will be a little more slippery if your position is good, but this isn’t the only factor to take into account.
Current slice is neither UCI legal nor fast.
The Slice RS is both - for a UCI legal frame. As I only do 2-3 tris a year but several stage races, this is something I need to keep in mind. I also have little problem keeping up with people with “faster” equipment.
I am sure that the shop you work for has nothing to do with your opinion of Cannondale 
It is an exceptional TT bike in my opinion. You can get a really good position for a wide variety or riders, including pure roadies like myself. It is very easy to work on with no proprietary parts and it handles very well. State TT record was set this year on that bike, clearly its all about the engine, but that bike is just fine. In fact the price point with ultegra di2 around 2800-3000 is incredible.Respectfully, you have it backwards: my shop doesn’t carry Cannondale partially because of my opinions of the Slice. I don’t dislike Cannondale and believe there are quality bikes in their lineup. I am simply unconvinced the Slice is among them.
And it is not “all about the engine”. Certainly, an exceptional engine can overcome equipment handicaps. But few are blessed with truly exceptional engines, and those who are will still be at a disadvantage competing against similarly gifted athletes on superior equipment.
The Slice is a well designed, well thought out Time Trial bike. It’s starting to age, but still pretty good overall. It also comes in a decent variety of sizes, unlike some other brands. The slender seatpost helps take some sting out of bad roads compared to many other TT bikes, so it’s relatively comfortable.
As for aerodynamics, it’s UCI legal, so there are other Tri specific bikes that will be a little more slippery if your position is good, but this isn’t the only factor to take into account.
Current slice is neither UCI legal nor fast.
The Slice RS is both - for a UCI legal frame. As I only do 2-3 tris a year but several stage races, this is something I need to keep in mind. I also have little problem keeping up with people with “faster” equipment.
Well the RS is fast, but the question was about the Slice, not the RS.
And it is not “all about the engine”. Certainly, an exceptional engine can overcome equipment handicaps. But few are blessed with truly exceptional engines, and those who are will still be at a disadvantage competing against similarly gifted athletes on superior equipment.
Hilarious!
I guess if you cater to the champioons clientele only, you may get lucky.
And it is not “all about the engine”. Certainly, an exceptional engine can overcome equipment handicaps. But few are blessed with truly exceptional engines, and those who are will still be at a disadvantage competing against similarly gifted athletes on superior equipment.
Hilarious!
I guess if you cater to the champioons clientele only, you may get lucky.We cater to clientele that asks us to help them get great value for their money. The foremost reason (among many reasons) to buy a triathlon bike is to go faster. That’s true whether you can ride 14 mph or 24 mph.
While not everyone is competing to win, many are competing with their friend, neighbor, or some athlete across town. Some compete explicitly with their own past performance. And when they make a bike purchase, they seek to pursue whatever advantages their budget allows. And its our opinion that there are superior options that allow that customer to go faster at similar price points.
You seem to disagree with my conclusion, and that’s fine. You may even disagree with my premise. That’s fine too.
Hey, not trying to be an ass (although I may sound like one).
But part of superior equipment is that it is aero, light, comfortable and fits well…several of the options you favor only fulfill part of the list (as does the Cannondale).
So to make these blanket statements that only an aero bike that you happen to sell equals value for money is not credible and plain false.
I am sure you did not mean it, but your statements surely read that way. That is what I take issue with.
You can have the slipperiest bike and the rider will still have a horrible riding experience as he can’t make it fit, it beats him/her up or it handles like a tricycle…he will actually go slower.
And it is not “all about the engine”. Certainly, an exceptional engine can overcome equipment handicaps. But few are blessed with truly exceptional engines, and those who are will still be at a disadvantage competing against similarly gifted athletes on superior equipment.
Hilarious!
I guess if you cater to the champioons clientele only, you may get lucky.We cater to clientele that asks us to help them get great value for their money. The foremost reason (among many reasons) to buy a triathlon bike is to go faster. That’s true whether you can ride 14 mph or 24 mph.
While not everyone is competing to win, many are competing with their friend, neighbor, or some athlete across town. Some compete explicitly with their own past performance. And when they make a bike purchase, they seek to pursue whatever advantages their budget allows. And its our opinion that there are superior options that allow that customer to go faster at similar price points.
You seem to disagree with my conclusion, and that’s fine. You may even disagree with my premise. That’s fine too.
There was a little tidbit on the Taylor Phinney interview today on Cyclingnews, regarding his change to Cannondale-Drapac for next year. No surprise that Cannondale is working on a new TT bike, but this seems to indicate that it will not unveiled until next year.
Article is HERE.
“Next year is also about the opening time trial in the Tour de France and working with Cannondale on a new TT bike. They’re set to upgrade the current one and I’m excited to be part of that.”
A replacement for the Slice RS and/or the regular Slice that is ridden by some big name male and female pros? One should expect something better than what currently exists.