Your position on the bike looks much better. 👍 Perhaps try dropping your seat post about 5mm to see if you pedal smoother at the bottom of the pedal stroke. It might also help with comfort in the saddle. Keep it up with the great content!
Its flex for world tour level riders. The tour magazine has run the stiffness test on Lab71, the results are bad. That's why EF riders are using the HM version with LAB71 paint on it.
Haha I did consider this flex issue. At the end of the day if I were to lose a social sprint against my friends, I'm sure the flex is not the problem ;)
@@thewinsty thats the correct mindset. Stiffness is overated anyway lol. Its definitely more than enough stiffness in there for us mere mortal🤣. Just ride and enjoy the bike.
Congrats of the Lab71. Looking forward to seeing more content with that bike. You should think about getting rid of the Pirellis for something lighter and faster.
thanks for the review, definitely helps in my bike buying decision! BTW i live near and ride in the French Alps and that's a good call on taking the 11-34T, you won't regret it! Not sure that you'll need the 52/11 on the descents though, most of them have pretty poor road surfaces, have a bunch of traffic or have frequent hairpins that means you very rarely ever are pushing a gear that hard.
I have done the Marmotte last weekend and the 34 was a lifesaver. Initially I thought it would be a bail out gear but I ended up using it for 90% of the ride. As for the descents, I barely pedaled and got up to speed pretty quickly. But I guess 52/11 is still good to have when I ride in places like Singapore
Wished you would have compared the Sl7 in terms of the bike and not the sram group set. Also kinda surprised you chose another climbing bike as the tarmac is a climbing bike mostly. I’m pretty skeptical about how much better the evo is than the tarmac given it’s geometry. Looking at your position I’d def consider a shorter stem. Anyway always dig the content 👍
Actually my review was not so much a comparison of Lab71 vs SL7 vs Dogma F12, but more so about my experience and feedback from riding it. At the end of the day it is very subjective like how some people like alu bikes, some like titanium so it is hard to say which is better in an objective way. Talked about Sram to explain why I made my personal decision to reshuffle my bike collection (just give myself an excuse to change bike). Also brought up the other bikes to say it was not inferior (because some people feel that a certain brand is better than others), but I was also not trying to say that this bike is better vs SL7.
Congrads on ur Lab 71…. is it stiffer than ur Sworks SL7. Usually cyclist upgrade from Cannondale Super Evo Six to Specialised Sworks….Did you join L’e Tape Desaru ?
I own s-works sl7 tarmacs and ive road my cousins Lab71...they both feel great but the SL7 seems snappier and more lively..its hard to explain. Even though the Lab71 is slightly lighter by grams the tarmac sl7 seems just a little quicker when sprinting..its just my take on it..others may feel different about it..its good to see Cannondale make a nice comeback..but the prices of these bikes are so crazy nowadays..lol
Yes you do have a point. I personally cannot detect the flex but I know some say they do. Nonetheless since I cannot detect it, it does not bother me. Cheers
I have never experience SRAM Groupset but I upgraded from Shimano ultergra 11 speed Di2 to Dura Ace 12 speed Di2…. I find the gear change quicker than 11 speed Di2.
Is there any reason why most riders after changing a few bikes, the latest bike all end up black on black? Im a newbie trying to figure out why. May be my next bike should be black on black just to look pro like your guys? hahaha
Haha I'm not sure, but I can think of equally as many people who switch bikes to more colourful frames as well. Personally I just prefer simple and not loud colours
Great decision and I can relate to creaking noise in the headset which got sorted using carbon paste. It’s an amazing bike and much more comfortable than my dogma F.
@@marcustan5868 well all i can say is Dogma F is overall feels stiffer than Lab71. Also, Lab71 feels more planted in the corners in comparison. The stack of Lab71 is higher in comparison so it allows me to slam the handlebar. It is a lighter frame and my size 56 is exact 6.9 as a result.
@@DanTuber when I click the shimano shifters I get an instantaneous response, feeling very connected to the bike. The shifting is much smoother and doesn’t jolt as much too.
I have sram and shimano 12 speed di2 on both of my s-works tarmacs and I find myself gravitating to the one with shimano di2..its something about di2 that seems quicker and makes me feel more connected to the bike..
How much you pay for a bike should be based on how it makes you feel rather than the actual performance. Up to a certain point it's 99.9% the rider driving the performance. I buy different bikes because I like to try new things to indulge in the hobby and also because it makes me happy, and when I'm happy riding my bike I ride more, which ends up in a virtuous cycle
I laughed when he mentioned he was worried about a bike that is “three years old being too outdated” 😂 Sounds like a total noob, but hey I guess the saying “a sucker born every minute” is true. Also, why would anyone find any noticeable flex in any convetional modern day disc brake road bike, especially if they aren’t a elite world class pro?
Being a sucker is buying a bike at full retail price when a newer model is imminent (at the tail end of the 3-year product life cycle), only to see a new model released few weeks after the purchase and watching bike devalue 2-3k instantly. That was what i meant by outdated, not about it having inferior performance. In the same way you don’t buy an iPhone in August at full retail price. True enough, Factor released a new model weeks later. Nothing wrong to buy the outgoing model, but don’t be a fool to pay full price for it.
Your position on the bike looks much better. 👍 Perhaps try dropping your seat post about 5mm to see if you pedal smoother at the bottom of the pedal stroke. It might also help with comfort in the saddle. Keep it up with the great content!
Its flex for world tour level riders. The tour magazine has run the stiffness test on Lab71, the results are bad. That's why EF riders are using the HM version with LAB71 paint on it.
I’ve asked a cyclist with Lab71 frame and he told me his frame is quite flex when it hit pothole
Haha I did consider this flex issue. At the end of the day if I were to lose a social sprint against my friends, I'm sure the flex is not the problem ;)
@@thewinsty thats the correct mindset. Stiffness is overated anyway lol. Its definitely more than enough stiffness in there for us mere mortal🤣. Just ride and enjoy the bike.
Yeah, another UA-cam channel talked about it.
Thank you for making a very insightful video, it was a privilege to watch. I love riding in Singapore. Stay safe and enjoy the ride.
Congrats of the Lab71. Looking forward to seeing more content with that bike. You should think about getting rid of the Pirellis for something lighter and faster.
My set up is FACTOR Ostro VAM, Dura Ace 12 speed Di2, Bontrager Aeolus RSL 51. sworks carbon bottle cage & Ultegra pedal weight 7.2kg.
thanks for the review, definitely helps in my bike buying decision! BTW i live near and ride in the French Alps and that's a good call on taking the 11-34T, you won't regret it! Not sure that you'll need the 52/11 on the descents though, most of them have pretty poor road surfaces, have a bunch of traffic or have frequent hairpins that means you very rarely ever are pushing a gear that hard.
I have done the Marmotte last weekend and the 34 was a lifesaver. Initially I thought it would be a bail out gear but I ended up using it for 90% of the ride. As for the descents, I barely pedaled and got up to speed pretty quickly. But I guess 52/11 is still good to have when I ride in places like Singapore
Wished you would have compared the Sl7 in terms of the bike and not the sram group set. Also kinda surprised you chose another climbing bike as the tarmac is a climbing bike mostly. I’m pretty skeptical about how much better the evo is than the tarmac given it’s geometry. Looking at your position I’d def consider a shorter stem. Anyway always dig the content 👍
Actually my review was not so much a comparison of Lab71 vs SL7 vs Dogma F12, but more so about my experience and feedback from riding it. At the end of the day it is very subjective like how some people like alu bikes, some like titanium so it is hard to say which is better in an objective way. Talked about Sram to explain why I made my personal decision to reshuffle my bike collection (just give myself an excuse to change bike). Also brought up the other bikes to say it was not inferior (because some people feel that a certain brand is better than others), but I was also not trying to say that this bike is better vs SL7.
Congrads on ur Lab 71…. is it stiffer than ur Sworks SL7. Usually cyclist upgrade from Cannondale Super Evo Six to Specialised Sworks….Did you join L’e Tape Desaru ?
I’m going to need your music playlist bro 😎
Enjoy the ride
WHich Bike Bag do you use for travel? Nice presentation. :)
I'm using the Scicon Aerocomfort :)
I hope you really enjoy the LAB71! A great decision if you are intending to take it to Europe.
I did! Stay tuned for the upcoming videos
I own s-works sl7 tarmacs and ive road my cousins Lab71...they both feel great but the SL7 seems snappier and more lively..its hard to explain. Even though the Lab71 is slightly lighter by grams the tarmac sl7 seems just a little quicker when sprinting..its just my take on it..others may feel different about it..its good to see Cannondale make a nice comeback..but the prices of these bikes are so crazy nowadays..lol
Yes you do have a point. I personally cannot detect the flex but I know some say they do. Nonetheless since I cannot detect it, it does not bother me. Cheers
How is it compared to sl7? Comfort, maintain speed, climbing, power transfer?
I have never experience SRAM Groupset but I upgraded from Shimano ultergra 11 speed Di2 to Dura Ace 12 speed Di2…. I find the gear change quicker than 11 speed Di2.
oh i was curious what you do for a day job.
Is there any reason why most riders after changing a few bikes, the latest bike all end up black on black? Im a newbie trying to figure out why. May be my next bike should be black on black just to look pro like your guys? hahaha
Haha I'm not sure, but I can think of equally as many people who switch bikes to more colourful frames as well. Personally I just prefer simple and not loud colours
What area were you riding with all the beautiful bungalows behind? Have not seen this side of Singapore at all
Secret place, behind HortPark around Alexandra
What rear bike light is that please?
No mountain climbs in Singapore...what a shame.
Indeed
Nice & Thanks :)
What size bike do you ride? I’m looking to get this bike and I’m about 170cm
I’m riding a size 51 and also 170cm
Over the years I've had 4 Cannondales, great bikes. If you want a Rolex get a Rolex, if you want a Casio get a Casio.
if i want a lambo, get a lambo? but who pay? 😂
which dealer you go to for the cannondale in Singapore? Thanks
I bought my bike from Malaysia. In Singapore I just service it myself or send it to a bike shop like Elite Custom
Heard the factor 02 vam is abit soft on the rear but very Comfy
The new model that just came out is interesting
@@thewinsty bmc teammachine I heard its also very comfortable
Great decision and I can relate to creaking noise in the headset which got sorted using carbon paste. It’s an amazing bike and much more comfortable than my dogma F.
Wow isit possible to get a review of a comparison between the 2 since u ridden both? Thanks...heard dogma f is a very comfortable bike
I found that the headset, seatpost and BB was not tightened by the shop and the headset + BB were dry. After remedy the creaks have gone away
@@marcustan5868 well all i can say is Dogma F is overall feels stiffer than Lab71. Also, Lab71 feels more planted in the corners in comparison. The stack of Lab71 is higher in comparison so it allows me to slam the handlebar. It is a lighter frame and my size 56 is exact 6.9 as a result.
Can share which Msian bike outlet u got the frame from?
Nur Ihksan Trading
nice bike
Fast fast fast 😅👍👍
very nice ride, what size did u get and how tall are u?
I am 170cm and I got size 51 - effective top tube 528mm with a 90mm stem. Inseam 80cm
@@thewinsty great …same size as me. I’m not working tomorrow, will be around to test ride it can? 😆
@@milkbunnies can boss
@@thewinstywhere did you get the 160 crank?
@@dffxyz the 12 speed DA has 160mm option, I got it online
Shimano better than sram?
I have converted
@@thewinsty Reasons?
@@DanTuber when I click the shimano shifters I get an instantaneous response, feeling very connected to the bike. The shifting is much smoother and doesn’t jolt as much too.
@@thewinsty I've tried Di2, just not sram.
I have sram and shimano 12 speed di2 on both of my s-works tarmacs and I find myself gravitating to the one with shimano di2..its something about di2 that seems quicker and makes me feel more connected to the bike..
Does this mean the rest of the gang are going to get one?😂
We are in the process of serving the poison
What's the weight of the bike with all components in it?
7.1/7.2kg depending on my weighing scale's mood for the day
LOOK 785 Huez+Corima MC EVO 47DX
is that a cervelo soloist?
Yes it is
Super
Congratulations on your new ride, may i know which shop you got it in JB?
Nur Ikhsan Trading :)
@@thewinsty how is it so far? still got the sounds after tightening?
All resolved
Good decision to move away from SRAM 😇😇
No hate, but one is nicer to use than the other!
What size you get ?
51 sir
Do you feel like the s-works and the Pinarello are £7k better than the cannondale….is it worth paying that much more for a bike.?
How much you pay for a bike should be based on how it makes you feel rather than the actual performance. Up to a certain point it's 99.9% the rider driving the performance. I buy different bikes because I like to try new things to indulge in the hobby and also because it makes me happy, and when I'm happy riding my bike I ride more, which ends up in a virtuous cycle
@@thewinstyWow.I f😍😍kin love that reply 🚴🏼🚴🏼♀️👍🏻
I laughed when he mentioned he was worried about a bike that is “three years old being too outdated” 😂
Sounds like a total noob, but hey I guess the saying “a sucker born every minute” is true.
Also, why would anyone find any noticeable flex in any convetional modern day disc brake road bike, especially if they aren’t a elite world class pro?
Being a sucker is buying a bike at full retail price when a newer model is imminent (at the tail end of the 3-year product life cycle), only to see a new model released few weeks after the purchase and watching bike devalue 2-3k instantly. That was what i meant by outdated, not about it having inferior performance. In the same way you don’t buy an iPhone in August at full retail price. True enough, Factor released a new model weeks later. Nothing wrong to buy the outgoing model, but don’t be a fool to pay full price for it.
Yes, good excuse to have a light weight bike…travelling 😂. Otherwise I am sure you would exceed the max weight 😂
Absolutely. 7kg to 8kg is going to bust my luggage from 20kg to 25kg you know
I never touched a road bike
What bike bag do you travel with …?
Scicon Aerocomfort TSA 3.0
@@thewinsty thanks
@@thewinsty I’m looking forward to a longterm review of the bike 👍
@@Grant-bu4nj cheers, stay tuned for the upcoming videos
not bling enough 🤣
Spray crystal white
@thewinsty take bucket of white pant and tooth brush. Then just splatter all over 🤣🤣
@@Marco.cycles Contemporary art it’s called
ah yes.. the good ol' bike poisoning
Of course of course ;)
Typical cannondale creakings 😂
Welcome to cannondale 👍🏻
Seriously...
Thank you and the creaks for the warm welcome.
What is the frame size of your lab 71 ?
Size 51
@@thewinstywhat’s your height?
170cm