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CAAD12 Disc 105
An aluminum frame race bike with upper mid-range components and shimano hydraulic disc brakes.
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$1,950| Frame | Aluminum |
|---|---|
| Fork | Carbon |
| Wheels | 700c Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 2 × 11 |
| Groupset | 105 |
| Brakes | Shimano Hydraulic Disc |
Summary
The Cannondale CAAD12 is celebrated for its first-class handling, excellent frame, and great value, offering a razor-sharp and aggressive ride that excels in racing performance. Its lightweight and stiffness are frequently praised, alongside its ability to balance comfort and efficiency, making it a standout in its category. Despite minor cons like tire grip and a potentially harsh alloy frame, it's often compared favorably to more expensive carbon models.
First-class handling
Excellent frame
Great value
Lightweight
Good balance of stiffness and comfort
Mavic Yksion tires have a small grip threshold
Alloy frame can sometimes be harsh
Requires a skilled rider for control in tight corners
The latest model, the CAAD12, offers a frame shape that’s hard to believe is made from aluminium
CyclistThe Cannondale is a bike that lights up every part of every ride
BikeRadarThis thing kicks better than Cristiano Ronaldo.
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Aug 2018 · Benjamin Topf
Cannondale can look back on over thirty years of experience in the aluminium manufacturing sector. But how can the new Cannondale CAAD12 105 stand up to its competitors?
Jul 2018 · Guy Kesteven
Effervescent race frame equipped with the latest tech makes a bargain superbike. Buy if you want a brilliant bike for leaving the carbon fibre herd standing
Superb precise and effervescent ride quality, outstanding Dura-Ace and Cannondale Hollowgram spec
Check sizing as seat tubes are very long for the top-tube length
Jan 2018 · Matthew Page
The CAAD range has long been regarded as the peak of aluminium frame building, and the CAAD12 proves why
Responsiveness
Low weight
Build quality
Minor build aggrievances
FSA chainrings rather than Shimano
Jan 2017 · Matt Wikstrom
The number of road disc bikes in Cannondale’s catalogue has been steadily growing over the last few years with the most recent addition being the SuperSix EVO Disc announced last year. This means performance-oriented riders now have a choice between two distinct disc-equipped race bikes — the SuperSix EVO and the CAAD12 — made from […]
Mar 2016 · David Arthur @davearthur
One of the best-riding aluminium frames money can buy – and great value as well
Oct 2015 · Mike Yozell
This hyper-engineered aluminum road bike improves on a model we already loved, with a tougher frame that lets us charge even harder
| Frame | CAAD12 Disc, SmartForm C1 Premium Alloy, SAVE, BB30a, Di2 Ready, flat-mount disc BB Standard: BB30, Press Fit |
|---|---|
| Fork | CAAD12 Disc, SAVE, BallisTec Carbon, 1-1/8" to 1-1/4", post-mount disc |
| Bottom Bracket | FSA BB30 Bearings |
| Headset | CAAD12, 1-1/4" lower bearing, 25mm top cap |
| Stem | Cannondale C3, 6061 Alloy, 31.8, 6 deg. |
| Handlebar | Cannondale C3, butted 6061 Alloy Butted 6061 Alloy, Compact |
| Saddle | Selle Royal Seta S1 |
| Seatpost | Cannondale C3, 6061 Alloy, 25.4x300mm (44-56), 400mm (58-63) Type: Rigid |
| Pedals | Not included |
| Grips | Cannondale Bar Tape w/Gel 3.5mm |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano 105 |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | Shimano 105, braze-on |
| Crank | Cannondale Si, BB30a, FSA rings, 52/36 |
| Shifters | Shimano RS505 hydro disc |
| Cassette | Shimano 105, 11-28, 11-speed |
| Chain | Shimano HG601, 11-speed |
| Brakes | Shimano BR785/505 hydro disc, 160/160mm Type: Shimano Hydraulic Disc |
| Brake Levers | Shimano RS505 hydro disc |
| Rims | RD 2.0, 28H |
|---|---|
| Spokes | Stainless 2.0 |
| Front Hub | Formula Disc (Front) CX-20, (Rear) CX-22 |
| Rear Hub | Formula Disc (Front) CX-20, (Rear) CX-22 |
| Tires | Schwalbe Lugano, 700x25c, folding |
First added February 20
Last updated October 10
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