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Cervelo Aspero-5 Red XPLR eTap AXS 1 (2024)

My bike shop has this new bike for €4.3k on sale. Is it still worth it?

Spec-wise looks amazing, but unsure if there are any major updates on the frame or the components in the new year model to justify paying twice as much (or going for the basic Aspero with GRX 610).

https://preview.redd.it/vx22qmmj5g2h1.jpg?width=1600&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=4e43c89c23913ef5ec9e0708120a36179124d1d5

• Frame & Handlebar: Cervélo Aspero-5 Carbon
• Brakes: SRAM Red
• Rear derailleur: SRAM Red XPLR AXS, 12-speed
• Shifter: SRAM Red AXS, 12-speed
• Switching type: electronic
• Cassette: SRAM Force XPLR, 10-44T, 12-speed
• Chain: SRAM Red, 12-speed
• Crankset: SRAM Red 1 AXS, DUB, with power meter
• Chainrings: 40
• Drive: 1x 12
• Wheelset: Reserve 40/44 (700c x38)

Hi All, first I want to disclaim that this post can be silly please don’t take it too seriously! I was wondering how everyone is managing to slam their stems on their bikes while feeling comfortable. I recently got a bike fit and my fitter said that I would probably never be able to remove any spacers since I have very bad flexibility or I would have to do pro lever training to be able to do achieve this. To be honest, I hate the look of the spacers, although comfortable, I wish I could have the slammed look :( should I at least try to remove a couple with time or just get over it? lol

Hi everyone, I'm thinking of buying a Supersix 5 with Shimano 105 Di2. I currently have a 2021 Cervelo Caledonia Ultegra Di2, with Zipp 303s that I'm very happy with, but I'd like something with better performance, more fun, and faster to ride both on the flat and uphill. Do you think switching from my current Caledonia to a Supersix will significantly improve my performance? Is it worth it? Thanks everyone for your opinions!

I’m looking for a true “one bike” setup that can handle fast group rides and light gravel.

A few things I’m especially curious about:
- road feel/speed differences
- comfort over long rides
- stability on gravel
- whether either bike becomes annoying as an “everything bike”

If you’ve ridden both, which would you choose as your one bike to do it all and why?

I’ve narrowed down my next bike with be a soloist. Now I need to decide on drivetrain. I am trying to decide the 105 Race or Rival.

I’ve never owned a bike with SRAM AXS. I like the idea and customization of an electronic transmission.

The 105 Race seems to strike a great balance of price and performance.

This bike will be my training ride for Ironman prep, fitness rides, group rides, ect.

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It’s new bike time! Can I get some thoughts/opinions on drive train?

What’s your opinion on Shimano v SRAM? Really like the look of the Cervelo Caledonia. Choice of Shimano 105 Di2 with 36/52 on the front and 11-34 in the back or SRAM Rival AXS wireless 35/48 and 10-36.

I’ve always had Shimano. I’ve got 105s on my current bike (from 2012…)

Hey guys, I can’t seem to find a better bike at the $3000-3500 range than the Caledonia 105. Would you all agree? Am I missing anything big by not jumping to $4500 that I can’t eventually upgrade the Caledonia to later (looking at you, carbon wheels)

For sizing I just wanted to double check since I have no local access.. I’m 186cm with a roughly 86cm inseam. I thought I was for sure a 58cm then, but reading more on this sub some opted for the 56. Any advice is helpful!

Edit: THANK YOU everyone and I hope I’m welcome here because - I bought the bike!! Discounted previous gen Caledonia 105 di2 in Carmine. I’m beyond excited

I've seen the other posts regarding this, but thought I'd ask again. Is there any way to get the thru axle washer without buying the entire thru axle? I went on the Cervelo site and they don't show the washer being for sale. I used the "contact us" link. Wondering if other bikes use the same or similar sized washer. If it matters, this is for my Aspero.