Tri Bike Face-Off: Cannondale Slice 5 Vs. Quintana Roo Lucero
- By Aaron Hersh
- Published Oct 26, 2011
Fit adjustability
Slice 5: The Profile Design T2+ aerobars add a massive range of fit adjustment. The extensions and elbow pads can be moved substantially in the fore-aft direction. The pads are positioned high above the basebar, which allows the Slice 5 to accommodate a taller, more conservative position but prevents the elbow pads from being lowered close to the top tube. The seat post can set the saddle at a 78-degree effective seat tube angle.
Lucero: The elbow pads on the Vision aerobars can be dropped substantially lower than the pads on the Slice’s T2+ bars and can be lifted vertically by two centimeters. These bars are a better match for the rider wanting to progress into a low position but the reach distance to the pads and extensions cannot be adjusted. The seat post allows the effective seat tube angle to be positioned anywhere between 75 and 81 degrees.
Pick your match: The Lucero offers unmatched component performance for the price. The Slice has a tighter ride feel and extra fit adjustability.
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Aaron Hersh
Aaron Hersh is the Senior Tech Editor of Triathlete magazine. Aaron writes a column every Thursday for Triathlete.com called "Ask Aaron". To submit a question, write Aaron at Askaaron@competitorgroup.com.