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canondale85
Thanks for the prompt replies guys.
I would rather have bought it in a shop but my local evans didnt have my size and the 150quid discount was too tempting, admittedly it is the 2011 model
I think im just going to do it myself as you say and maybe take it in for a service in a couple of months.
Im pretty sure its genuine or its the best fake I've ever seen! It made me laugh how the box says 'handmade in the USA' yet dont they manufacture in taiwan these days. Im not complaining, that's business.
I have that exact same bike, I purchases mine November 2011.
The only bikes that Canondale still makes bikes in the USA that are the high end if their High end. The Quick CX 2 is not one of those bikes instead it is hand made in Taiwan and assembled in the US. Even though it's not made in the USA it is still a great bike, with really decent components. I would certainly go to the LBS pay the 40, that way you've created a relationship with them, because at some point in the future you'll be there looking for service. Also it is a good Idea to get the Bike fitted for you, see if that is included in the 40.