Hello all,

Just finishing up a build on an 06 Specialized Roubaix Expert frame.

I installed a Dura Ace front derailleur that uses a clamp adapter (derailleur is braze on type.

Now I find that I cannot mount a water bottle cage on the seat tube, as the base of the cage hits the clamp.

I don't really want to space the cage away from the frame, as it would require a pretty big stack of washers, etc.

Anyone else run into this with Specialized frames?

If I used a clamp on style derailleur, (not one with a clamp adapter) would that clear?

I am not against using different cages, (I just happen to have a couple of nice ones sitting around) so please suggest ones that may be decent and have space between the mounting lugs.

Thanks in advance,

T

I've provided a response in your cross post in the Specialized forum.