NBD – Custom Aeroad CFR AXS

Aero drops, Time Xpro 12 SL pedals, S-Works Power saddle, etc.

Currently enjoying a cycling getaway in Virginia’s Shenandoah Valley, where I took it out for its first real ride (i.e., not Zwift). It’s definitely more bike than I need—and yes, there may be a hint of midlife crisis in the purchase—but it rides beautifully. Fast, smooth, agile…all the usual superlatives.

The cable management system around the stem and headset can go kick rocks. The adjustability is nice, but it comes at a cost. I had to replace the stem after cracking the original by over-torquing the top bolt, and the process was a nightmare. I’ve dealt with concealed routing on plenty of bikes, and I can confidently say the CP0048 PACE T-Bar is especially painful to work with.