I’m a fairly competitive age group triathlete, have had success on my road bike but am looking to upgrade to a tri bike. My first question is fitting-some say you must have a fit session before even looking into bikes, others say it’s fine to select your bike and be fitted to it. Thoughts on that? Also, at this point I think I am between the Quintana Roo CD0.1 Ultegra and QR Lucero Lite. Obviously the CD0.1 is more expensive and higher quality, but any recommendations on one vs the other, how much more you get vs the price differential? Thanks
I have/had the Lucero Lite and got it a hair under 14lbs. It is fast aero and climbs well. It has a better carbon weave (so I was told) then the Lucero . So CDO1 higher quality I don’t think so , more exspensive yes. My Lucero (Lucy) is hanging cracked on the wall after a bad crash. Some day I will fix her :0)
The biggest difference between the Lucero Lite and the CD0.1 is the Shift at the bottom bracket. The downtube gradually shifts 18 millimeters towards the drivetrain to redirect the airflow to the clean (non-drive side) side of the bike. Aerodynamically, it’s optimized for +/- 5 degrees of yaw, which is what you encounter at high speeds (like going downhill). The Shifted airflow also creates more stability in the bike - especially at higher speeds and downhill, which is where triathletes tend to lose stability.
All things even, the CD0.1 is the bike I’d choose. It’s a significantly better frame. Hopefully this helps.
Here is the two page Tech Sheet on the CD0.1:
http://www.quintanarootri.com/documents/ABG-QR_TechSheet_CD01(2013).pdf
If you have any other questions, let me know.
Mac
my .02- The CD0.1 is one of the most stable bikes I have ridden. It handles very well and I do a lot of descending on it. The most remarkable thing about it though is how it holds its speed. I haven’t found it to be particularly snappy in terms of acceleration but when you get it up to speed it is downright EASY to keep it there. I would definitely go for the CD0.1. Probably one of the best bang for your buck deals in tri bikes right now.
I have a CD0.1 and love it. I got it for free back in 2010, but have put a ton of miles on it since I got it. I’m hoping to upgrade to one of the CD0.1 ui2’s at the end of 2014.
Great question. I had the old Lucero and currently race the CD0.1 (2010 frame) built up with SRAM Red. Both times I got the bike first and the fit second. The Lucero was a great bike and the CD0.1 is even better although the rear undermount brake requires more frequent maintenance. Just last week I had a Retul MUVE fit and found that the CD0.1 is not within my fit coordinates.
Although I had a Retul on the CD0.1 right after I got, and have had success with it in racing, I will never be able to slam the base bar down to the cover over the headset bearings. I guess that means its not as aero as another bike that fits my coordinates. Maybe it doesn’t matter, but if I could go back in time, I would get the fit first, then the bike.
I’ve got a CD0.1 and absolutely love it! The brakes take a bit of time to set up correctly and can be a bit of a hassle if you swap wheels regularly and are not super wrench experienced.
As far as fit goes, the CD0.1 is very long/low while the newer Lucero’s have a tall stack, so that will definitely come into play when choosing the proper fit.
If you don’t know the coordinates of the bike you need, get the fit first.
I have lot’s of experience with both of these bikes. I owned a Lucero and the GF has had 2 CD01’s. The Lucero is easier to work on. The rear brake on the cd01 like many bikes with rear brakes is a pia. It’s further compounded by the Shift.
From the power files I have of the gf the CD01 appears to be a faster bike on all types of terrain. Flat, rolling and hilly.
I’m riding the CD0.1 this season and it is honestly the fastest and most comfortable bike I have been on. QR did an amazing job setting this bike up to be extremely adjustable. I have been on a few other tribikes before the CD0.1 and I have never been able to achieve such an aggressive position while maintaining extreme comfort simultaneously. Comfort in some respects is just as important as aerodynamic position as the bike section of your race will have a major impact on how you will run. Uncomfortable positions on the bike tend to lead to either you being on the base bars for the entire bike ride, or coming off the bike and not being able to run to your potential. The lucero is also a great option however, in my opinion, the CD0.1 is the bike you should go with. The shift technology lowers drag and also makes the bike a lot more stable than any other bike I have ever been on. I have personally tested it in the wind tunnel and I can honestly say it is an extremely fast bike. QR makes amazing products, You will love either one! Good luck!
Been riding the Cd-01 for 2 seasons,heading into her third, very comfortable,solid acceleration and stable at speed on descents. Only thing I would change is the rear brake, needs a barrel adjuster to tweek the fit when changing wheels.