I never really mentioned what I thought of the new bike. The differences are not that large since it was a change from one aluminum Cannondale to another.

My route did pass over a number of not-so-smooth subdivision roads and the rear wheel did seem to have a different feel. I can't quite decide on a word to explain the feel. Compliant seems to fit the bill. That is the purpose of the narrow seat stays, I suppose.

If I was to make a guess, my average speed will probably increase by approximately 8.237 mph.

Here are couple more Paris-Nice videos.
Stage 3 win by Kjell Carlstrom

Stage 4 finish on Mt Ventoux