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Old 07-13-11, 08:27 AM
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Originally Posted by skinnyterror
I don't care what any of you say, I LOVE my caad 10. SO much fun to ride!
FTW SkinnyTerror!
I love your CAAD10 too!
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Originally Posted by 2ndGen
Just to get you started...Full Dura Ace 7800 w/Ultegra SL crank, Ultralight CNC brakes,
Fizik cockpit, Edge 1.0 fork, Dura Ace 7900 pedals & Ksyrium Elites at 15.65lbs.
Awesome upgrades. I'll might follow suit with those upgrades as soon as my budget allows however it might be a quite a while as I'm going to school and not currently working. Looks like you spent more in upgrades than I spent on my entire bike! Fork and all too! Inspiring and gives me something to look forward to.

How much of a difference in riding did all those upgrades make? I hear good wheels make quite a difference...what about the rest of the components. How much better was your ride after upgrading from the stock components?

What's the average life span for a set of wheels? Currently I'm doing 125 miles a week riding to school every day and a recreational ride on the weekends.

The CAAD 10 105 being my first road bike is already an awesome ride but I have nothing to compare it to other than my hybrid and a MTB. It's such a difference riding on a good bike! I did finally spin out on my compact 12-27. It was only one time and for now it's okay as I can't keep up or 'hold it' on my highest gear normal flats but going downhill I really hate spinning out.
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Any huge differences between CAAD 8 and CAAD 10 frames besides the geometry?
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Old 07-13-11, 08:08 PM
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Originally Posted by Infinitedreams
Awesome upgrades. I'll might follow suit with those upgrades as soon as my budget allows however it might be a quite a while as I'm going to school and not currently working. Looks like you spent more in upgrades than I spent on my entire bike! Fork and all too! Inspiring and gives me something to look forward to.

How much of a difference in riding did all those upgrades make? I hear good wheels make quite a difference...what about the rest of the components. How much better was your ride after upgrading from the stock components?

What's the average life span for a set of wheels? Currently I'm doing 125 miles a week riding to school every day and a recreational ride on the weekends.

The CAAD 10 105 being my first road bike is already an awesome ride but I have nothing to compare it to other than my hybrid and a MTB. It's such a difference riding on a good bike! I did finally spin out on my compact 12-27. It was only one time and for now it's okay as I can't keep up or 'hold it' on my highest gear normal flats but going downhill I really hate spinning out.
105 is more than enough for a good many years.
There's no need to run from that groupset.

(Be back tomorrow with the rest of your answers.)

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Old 07-13-11, 08:09 PM
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Originally Posted by BS87
Any huge differences between CAAD 8 and CAAD 10 frames besides the geometry?
Yes. 8 designed to be less aggressive (more comfortable). 10 hard core racer.
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But geometry aside, same frame material?
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Old 07-13-11, 11:59 PM
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Originally Posted by BS87
But geometry aside, same frame material?
I don't know. But these links will help you find the answer:

https://www.cannondale.com/bikes/road...oad/2011-caad8

https://www.cannondale.com/bikes/road...ad/2011-caad10
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Old 07-13-11, 11:59 PM
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Originally Posted by BS87
But geometry aside, same frame material?
Yes and no. Both are aluminum, but the CAAD10 uses 6069 alloy while the 8 uses 6061. The change to 6069 allows for weight savings in the CAAD10. If you can feel the difference between the two, you may be the most sensitive cyclist in the world.
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Originally Posted by 2ndGen
Yes. 8 designed to be less aggressive (more comfortable). 10 hard core racer.
How would you compare the geometry of your 9 against the 10? I rode the 8 and 10 back to back and found the 10 to be a bit too aggressive for me.
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Just ordered a CAAD10 5 in black on Saturday. Now I just have to wait for it to get here...

But I'm pumped about it, the thing is just awesome. Here we go...
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Old 07-17-11, 08:17 PM
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Originally Posted by dolanp
Just ordered a CAAD10 5 in black on Saturday. Now I just have to wait for it to get here...

But I'm pumped about it, the thing is just awesome. Here we go...
It's an awesome bike. You won't regret it.
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Old 07-17-11, 08:45 PM
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Originally Posted by dolanp
Just ordered a CAAD10 5 in black on Saturday. Now I just have to wait for it to get here...

But I'm pumped about it, the thing is just awesome. Here we go...
Should have got the red

You'll love it. I have a 10-3 in white.
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I've had my sights on a Cervlo S2 Ultegra for some time now, I haven't test ridden a CAAD but have heard great recommendations from friends since if I crash it in a crit it won't hurt me as bad as crashing an S2. I plan to get on one soon, but I do love the fact that if I get a CAAD I will have some freed up budget for a new set of wheels!
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Hi, CAAD folks. I saw this on Craigslist and was wondering if it was a good deal.

Cannondale CAAD 9 Road Bike, Mavic - $1350

Cannondale CAAD 9 Road Bike. In perfect condition. Size 58cm (Im 6ft tall, should fit riders anywhere from 5'10 to about 6'3 depending on body type). It is a 2009 model, last year for the frames being handmade in USA. It is built up with a Shimano Ultegra 10 speed group set, with an FSA BB30 crankset. The BB30 bottom bracket is the new standard for all performance bikes and provides a lighter and much stiffer frame and crank. The fork is a full carbon Cannondale premium model with a ritchey stem. The seatpost is also carbon fiber.

This bike also has upgraded Mavic Cosmic Carbone Aero wheels. The bike was professionally built and is in perfect tune. Included is an already installed and calibrated Cateye Strada Cadence computer.

If this ad is still up, please assume that the bike is still available. It is located in Vienna, but I can meet as far west as Leesburg.

It has not been involved in any crashes, has no dents or dings.
https://washingtondc.craigslist.org/n...501455066.html
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Not a bad deal. The weels area GREAT upgrade and worth some cash in their own right. Does it fit is the biggest question you need to ask yourself. I have the CAAD10-3 (ultegra) and it cost me $1700, so that is a bit of a discount for the 9, and some will say it's a better bike (made in usa ).

I am 5'10"ish and ride the 54, but size is all about where your height is (legs, torso, etc.)
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Old 07-19-11, 03:39 PM
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Looks like good wheels, good components, and an imo the best paint for CAAD9's.

Should be good.
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Originally Posted by vespoli
Not a bad deal. The weels area GREAT upgrade and worth some cash in their own right. Does it fit is the biggest question you need to ask yourself. I have the CAAD10-3 (ultegra) and it cost me $1700, so that is a bit of a discount for the 9, and some will say it's a better bike (made in usa ).

I am 5'10"ish and ride the 54, but size is all about where your height is (legs, torso, etc.)
Looks like it has a 105 Crank, but if the derailleurs and shifters are ultegra it is nice
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Originally Posted by RotJ
Hi, CAAD folks. I saw this on Craigslist and was wondering if it was a good deal.



https://washingtondc.craigslist.org/n...501455066.html
Imo I would buy it
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Sick bike...I'd definitely take a shot @ it......worth it
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58cm is my size. I'd buy it if I wasn't married.
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I still love my CAAD 7 with Ultegra components.
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Buying my CAAD tonight

After 2 56 cm C'dales (CAAD Saeco Team Replica and SystemSix),going up to 58 cm since that fits better. Getting the CAAD10 4 Compact in black, may upgrade the wheels to Aksiums if LBS will do that. Then FSA compact alloy bars, maybe my Zoncolon saddle, new SRAM tape, Conti 4000S or Vredstein Fortezza tires. No carbon crap! Should be sweet.
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Originally Posted by dleccord
beautiful shot! the lighting works really well here.
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$850


Just showed up online... I'm trying hard to just not call the guy...
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Last two bikes for sale are hot. Fantastic deal on Shuagster's ad and I would have for sure purchased the bike in RotJ's ad had I come across such a setup in my size. Ideal paint, components, and wheels. dleccord is just another example of why I joined this cult.
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