specialized creo 2

[Dazmanturbo]

Yeah that just seems to be the way to go. No weight difference between these two either. Don’t see how the groupsets would make a huge difference in this instance. The wheels could be easily upgrade. The price difference with discount is about as much as the wheel set, so it’d be a decent deal. The color though would bug me every day, lol.

With Shimano, there was a clear difference in the tiers that you could feel. I don't have huge experience with SRAM, but the lines are less so with them. I was worried about APEX stuff, but got to say it is excellent. I did change the rear derailleur cage to save some weight and get some bling on the bike. I did look at at levers, but the weight difference was just a few grams and not worth the cost. I know I wanted the Gold carbon Comp, but only the Blue was available in my size. I am now so glad I got that one as with the gold accents, looks great. If you don' like the colour.........dark glasses....lol

 

[Twowheelxtc]

Same as the Creo 1, a 12v supply can be taken off the bike via a splitter cable on the TCU. A front light is easy, but the rear is more of a challenge and no rear access holes near the seat.

Can you tell me if the splitter cable is already in place or needs to be sourced. Also what watts/current lights can be used. Thanks.

 

[Dazmanturbo]

Can you tell me if the splitter cable is already in place or needs to be sourced. Also what watts/current lights can be used. Thanks.

I have not fitted the lights myself but this is the cable -

SPECIALIZED ELE MY20 SL WIRING, Y-SPLITTER FOR LIGHT, NO FUSE

SPECIALIZED ELE MY20 SL WIRING, Y-SPLITTER FOR LIGHT, NO FUSE

webshop.bestbike.de

 

[gpburdell]

Can you tell me if the splitter cable is already in place or needs to be sourced. Also what watts/current lights can be used. Thanks.

Not sure that this info is published. I'd look at the specifications for the lights used on the Como SL and Vado SL models as guidance.

If you find one which can be set to flash do let us know - that's the biggest reason I've not looked into this any further, I prefer the enhanced daytime visibility of a flashing front light and just use my Bontrager Ion 200 RT.

 

[Twowheelxtc]

I have not fitted the lights myself but this is the cable -

SPECIALIZED ELE MY20 SL WIRING, Y-SPLITTER FOR LIGHT, NO FUSE

SPECIALIZED ELE MY20 SL WIRING, Y-SPLITTER FOR LIGHT, NO FUSE

webshop.bestbike.de

Thank for the info. I didn’t realise that cable existed.

 

[Ben J]

This forum reminded me to check again and I see some Creo 2 models are in stock on Specialized's website.

 

[AvalancheRun]

This forum reminded me to check again and I see some Creo 2 models are in stock on Specialized's website.

Got one

 

[AvalancheRun]

Any strong opinions on remote button location? It seems that every setup has them in a different spot.

My LBS had them placed on the underside of the "tops," in the middle. That way they were stealth, and easy to activate with the middle fingers.

 

[wattage_this]

Any strong opinions on remote button location? It seems that every setup has them in a different spot.

My LBS had them placed on the underside of the "tops," in the middle. That way they were stealth, and easy to activate with the middle fingers.

this looks like a good option:

Specialized Creo SL Handlebar Remote Buttons​

 

[AvalancheRun]

this looks like a good option:

Specialized Creo SL Handlebar Remote Buttons​

Yep, it's now a standard feature on the Creo 2.

Here are a couple examples of locations that look less ideal to me.

 

[pete1967]

Still with flat pedals. Will be removed in the next days and changed to XTR pedals. Weight unknown (size 56).

 

[wattage_this]

I think that qualifies as bike porn. She’s a beauty! Your pic really shows the ‘Dark Moss Green’ Color. At Specialized site it looks black only

 

[AvalancheRun]

Never realized this bike had a green tinge until now. Specialized website photos don't always portray the colorways true-to-life.

Is it crazy to ride this bike with flat pedals? I kinda want to just throw on some basic supacaz smash pedals and call it a day ( :

 

[pete1967]

I think that qualifies as bike porn. She’s a beauty! Your pic really shows the ‘Dark Moss Green’ Color. At Specialized site it looks black only

Didn´t I write that the paint work is really an olive green, especially in the area of motor and bottom bracket?
Picture was made yesterday when we´ve had a cloudy sky. I´m sure that the color will be getting even more beautyful when the sunlight hits the frame in the right perspective.

 

[pete1967]

Is it crazy to ride this bike with flat pedals? I kinda want to just throw on some basic supacaz smash pedals and call it a day ( :

I don´t know. It´s still a little bit too cold here where I live and I didn´t want to buy special winter shoes with cleats.

 

[charleyt]

Never realized this bike had a green tinge until now. Specialized website photos don't always portray the colorways true-to-life.

Is it crazy to ride this bike with flat pedals? I kinda want to just throw on some basic supacaz smash pedals and call it a day ( :

I've put 700 miles on the Creo 2 on flat pedals. First bike in 20 years I've had flats on. I don't love it. Because these bikes love a high cadence, I find that when things really get spinning my feet almost come off the pedals. Also when bouncing around on rough roads, it can be annoying to have my foot position change on the pedal. My original thought was I'd ride it more just for fun around the neighborhood without wearing a full kit. I've done this and it's great fun. But when I'm out on a 3-4 hour ride, I think I want to go back to clipless. I even bought some Giro shoes for the flats but prefer and I love my lightweight carbon fiber sole, boa strapped, clip-in Giros.

 

[charleyt]

Any strong opinions on remote button location? It seems that every setup has them in a different spot.

My LBS had them placed on the underside of the "tops," in the middle. That way they were stealth, and easy to activate with the middle fingers.

One review I read had a picture of the buttons next to each other on the same side. I kinda like the idea of switching modes with the index and middle finger of one hand.

 

[mschwett]

I've put 700 miles on the Creo 2 on flat pedals. First bike in 20 years I've had flats on. I don't love it. Because these bikes love a high cadence, I find that when things really get spinning my feet almost come off the pedals. Also when bouncing around on rough roads, it can be annoying to have my foot position change on the pedal. My original thought was I'd ride it more just for fun around the neighborhood without wearing a full kit. I've done this and it's great fun. But when I'm out on a 3-4 hour ride, I think I want to go back to clipless. I even bought some Giro shoes for the flats but prefer and I love my lightweight carbon fiber sole, boa strapped, clip-in Giros.

flat pedals aren’t good for spirited riding on a road bike. definitely clip in!

 

[AvalancheRun]

I've put 700 miles on the Creo 2 on flat pedals. First bike in 20 years I've had flats on. I don't love it. Because these bikes love a high cadence, I find that when things really get spinning my feet almost come off the pedals. Also when bouncing around on rough roads, it can be annoying to have my foot position change on the pedal. My original thought was I'd ride it more just for fun around the neighborhood without wearing a full kit. I've done this and it's great fun. But when I'm out on a 3-4 hour ride, I think I want to go back to clipless. I even bought some Giro shoes for the flats but prefer and I love my lightweight carbon fiber sole, boa strapped, clip-in Giros.

Great points! I like hybrid pedals, so will just go with those.

One review I read had a picture of the buttons next to each other on the same side. I kinda like the idea of switching modes with the index and middle finger of one hand.

Saw that too. That's one of the better setups, imo. Another idea was on the interior side of the hoods, under the rubber so the thumb could easily press. Really anything hidden would work for me.

 

[Dazmanturbo]

Great points! I like hybrid pedals, so will just go with those.

Saw that too. That's one of the better setups, imo. Another idea was on the interior side of the hoods, under the rubber so the thumb could easily press. Really anything hidden would work for me.

The downside is when you need to push both buttons together to change screens on the Mastermind TCU