Would I fit a 2013 CAAD10 52cm frame based off my current 51cm 2009 Felt Z80?
08-06-13, 09:12 AM
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Would I fit a 2013 CAAD10 52cm frame based off my current 51cm 2009 Felt Z80?
I'm looking at getting a new frame, specifically a 2013 Cannondale CAAD10 (52cm). Right now I ride a 2009 Felt Z80 (51cm).
CAAD10 Geometry: https://www.cannondale.com/2013/bikes...ouble-crankset
Felt Z80 Geometry: https://2009.feltracing.com/09-catalo...es/09-z80.aspx
I'm just wondering if this would be a pretty smooth upgrade. I love the ride of my Z80, I ride pretty fast on it, have taken it through a few duathlons, but am looking into the CAAD10 because I want a lighter frame that would be faster for racing (20-30mi), and still be ok for a good low/mid mileage weekend ride (30mi). If this would do a century without sending stitches through my back, that's definitely something on my radar too.
I had a 2006 Felt F5C 50cm (https://www.spaso.com/felt/geometry.php?bk=F5C) that I took through a few races that was torture to ride. So I would really wish the CAAD10 52cm would fit more like the Z80.
And yes I'm only referring to the 52cm CAAD10 because I've got the chance to buy that frame off someone for CHEAP.
CAAD10 Geometry: https://www.cannondale.com/2013/bikes...ouble-crankset
Felt Z80 Geometry: https://2009.feltracing.com/09-catalo...es/09-z80.aspx
I'm just wondering if this would be a pretty smooth upgrade. I love the ride of my Z80, I ride pretty fast on it, have taken it through a few duathlons, but am looking into the CAAD10 because I want a lighter frame that would be faster for racing (20-30mi), and still be ok for a good low/mid mileage weekend ride (30mi). If this would do a century without sending stitches through my back, that's definitely something on my radar too.
I had a 2006 Felt F5C 50cm (https://www.spaso.com/felt/geometry.php?bk=F5C) that I took through a few races that was torture to ride. So I would really wish the CAAD10 52cm would fit more like the Z80.
And yes I'm only referring to the 52cm CAAD10 because I've got the chance to buy that frame off someone for CHEAP.
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The CAAD has a slightly longer horizontal TT measurement, but this is mostly made up for with the steeper HT angle. I'd say it should work with a slightly shorter stem than you're using now. 
08-06-13, 09:43 AM
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Sweet - the only problem is I've got an integrated stem/handlebar w/a 90mm stem right now.
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I bought a CAAD10 and it is truly an awesome machine. The CAAD10 frame is really an EVO Six but in aluminum, as it shares identical geometry. So go with what tour pros ride. Extremely responsive, lighter than most carbon frames in the $2-3K range. Though with your stem/handle bar set up, you might feel stretched beyond your comfort. Try it out first and if its uncomfortable then you'll need to upgrade. Heck if you saved big $$ on the frame, it should offset your stem/bar purchase.
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I bought a CAAD10 and it is truly an awesome machine. The CAAD10 frame is really an EVO Six but in aluminum, as it shares identical geometry. So go with what tour pros ride. Extremely responsive, lighter than most carbon frames in the $2-3K range. Though with your stem/handle bar set up, you might feel stretched beyond your comfort. Try it out first and if its uncomfortable then you'll need to upgrade. Heck if you saved big $$ on the frame, it should offset your stem/bar purchase.
I got the frame (52cm), stock crank (170mm FSA energy), grabbed an 80mm stem (-10mm f/the previous setup), and narrower bars (40cm vs 42cm previous). Still waiting for everything to come in.
And to top it off, I'm building this up w/Microshift Arsis!
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