Yeah! Nice!

That Force crank fits that paint scheme nice!

CAAD8...carrying on the tradition of a classic looking Cannondale. :)

I don't think there is a huge difference between 8/9/10... 10 is supposed to be a good deal lighter tho according to cdale.

Heck I had a huge ***** for that flat black WW caad7 build a page or two back. Frame was light.

Yes. It's incremental. According to CAAD's designer, it was difficult for them to take the round tube design much farther in aluminum.
In order for them to beat the CAAD9, they had to go with a different design (tapered tubes) which gave them more design freedom.
And, I haven't read one review that says the 10 is outrageously better than a 9...just that it's "better".

I wouldn't know how to judge another person's definition of better, but as stated very early
by myself when the 10's were first coming out, time will tell if they reach the 9's cult status.
IMO, I think the 9 is an undeniably great bike for what it is...entry-level pricing for high quality.
They couldn't keep producing it with all it takes to make a CAAD9 frame and keep the price the same.
That's why they just stopped production of it when they took it to Asia.

I took a very good look at my CAAD9 and surprise!
Almost every tube on it is actually "tapered".
My goodness it's a beautifully designed frame.
I'm going to take some good pictures of it one we get a nice sunny day.

I like the 10's, don't get me wrong, but a CAAD10 is no CAAD9.
It's a different (and better) bike, but the 9 is, legendary.
The CAAD10 is going to have make it's bones to get there.
;)

I'd love to hear a Crit racer's opinions on how a CAAD9 compares to a CAAD10 as a pure race bike.




EDIT: And YES! That CAAD7 was definitely the hotness!


:D

lechat...how are you liking those BWW Blacksets?

that sucks that you cant say b0ner.

So far, very much. No discernible flex in the rear when climbing out of the saddle. Wish I could say the same for the Nuevation R28sl on my Roubaix. I have to keep the rear brake adjusted out on it. With their relatively light weight, especially with the Flyweight tubes & strips, they turn over very easily.

My initial opinion is that the CAAD10 feels very similar to a CAAD9... except that it feels less like an aluminum bike and more like a carbon bike when just cruising around.

It doesn't have the rough ride normally associated with an aluminum bike.

Sprinting is another whole story though. It's very stiff and compliant. There's no give when you stand up and pedal on the CAAD10. It just goes.

As far as upgrading from a CAAD9 to a CAAD10, it's probably not worth it. But if you're in the market for a new bike anyways, the CAAD10 is a better choice.

Totally agree with you on every point.
That's pretty much what I've been reading as well.

I'm surprised they let you say that and that it "sucks" at the same time! :lol:

I think that the BWW's are the best value in their price range.
Nice weight and very decent reputation. They look good.
Real stealthy. I like how they look on that C7.

Too funny, I'm reading this thread now, in chronological order, so forgive me for resurrecting a post from 5 months ago, but I had a very similar reaction to that post.

I believe Rule 5 applies: http://www.velominati.com/blog/the-rules/#5

Okay, a lot of people are idiots, but simply being from out of state and driving Trail Ridge Road does not qualify one as an idiot. I might not drive that road the same as a local who drives it frequently, but I've always been able to get up it and down it safely.

http://bikeforums.net/attachment.php...hmentid=197732

do you people really file those tabs off?

if you have time to worry about how hard your quick release is to get off it's time to give up cycling, because you clearly do not understand what the sport is about...you're not a pro worrying about the 1/8 of a second difference those tabs make...get smarter.

Anyone ride the CAADX? I am interested, but haven't heard anything from actual riders yet.

Could some one go measure how wide the handle bars are on a cadd 10 frame size 56 please and thanks.

Already posted a few other places, but here it is.... Built in the USA....

http://i133.photobucket.com/albums/q...IMG_0070-1.jpg

Thinking about joining the Cult. Im between a Supersix 5 and a Madone 4.5. Posting this to see if you guys say anything that could convince me... :)

First of all, a hearty WEPA to you (if you are a fellow Bori ;) ). http://smileys.emoticonsonly.com/emo..._rico-1623.gif

Secondly, even with those nice bikes you have, a CAAD makes a great supplement bike as a trainer.
It performs as good as any entry level carbon bike (actually, better than most).
It's relatively inexpensive and is a great platform for upgrading.
It's aluminum so if you wipe out, it stands a better chance of not being permanently damaged.

On top of that, there is the ride & responsiveness that is the cake of the bike,
with it's hot looks being the icing on that particular cake. Puro Biscocho!

Plus, you can always upgrade to a carbon bike later. But, it will have to live up to your CAAD's performance
and you'll have to spend a lot more for a carbon bike to get one that performs like a CAAD.
For an entry level fee of under $1,500. for a CAAD10-5, you will have a real machine.

If I were doing it all over again knowing what I know now, I'd get a CAAD10 today and save my
pennies skipping over a SuperSix to go for a SuperSix HiMod EVO that is just around the bend.
SuperSix owners are going to get a major case of bicycle wood for that EVO when it comes out.
But I digress...

OMDamn!

Again, what stem is that?
And post it as much as you like!
I'm a big fan of any BBQ CAAD!

http://www.shredguitars.com/images/smilies/lust.gif

Whoops, noob mistake... I do not have a road bike. I thought The cult of Caad went for all cannondales... I'm currently on the hunt for my first road bike and I'm considering the Supersix 5 and the Madone 4.5... But what you just said about later upgrading to a more serious carbon frame has got me thinking if I should get aluminum and then later on get a better CF frame...

Hey everyone. I just bought i caad10 4rival, about a month ago. I'm very green
green to this sport and i have saved up to splurge a little on my new found hobby
I guess you can say. Well my question is any suggestions on upgrading bars, stem,
seatpost, and wheels. I got brakes which are ciamillos i think those are good and a
saddle which is sella italia turbomatic gell flow, well thats what the guy at my LBS
recommended. But your guys input would help to trick out my caad. Thanks!!

Finally posting my new Caad10 1. I wish I could ride this every day.
http://bikeforums.net/attachment.php...hmentid=198369

I kind of figured that (that you hadn't made a choice yet).
I wouldn't talk you out of the SuperSix, but warning:
if you upgrade later, there's not much upgrade from a SuperSix to a HiMod.
I'd go CAAD10 first, because you can always keep it when you upgrade.
You'd probably get ride of the SuperSix if you went with a HiMod caliber bike.
But ultimately, only you know what you'd do.

I love Treks, but the CDale SS is a much better bike in my opinion.
Ride the CAAD10, the SuperSix 5, the Madone, and any other bike you can.
Pick the one that fits best and makes you smile the hardest in your price range.

:D

http://www.bikeforums.net/attachment...9&d=1303105329

And you even got the color right! Very nice! :D