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CAAD Optimo Sora
An aluminum frame race bike with mid-range components and promax rim brakes.
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$1,050| Weight | 20.9 lbs |
|---|---|
| Frame | Aluminum |
| Fork | Carbon |
| Wheels | 700c Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 2 × 9 |
| Groupset | Sora |
| Brakes | Promax Rim |
Summary
The Cannondale CAAD series stands out as a top-tier choice for racing, offering a blend of speed, comfort, and versatility. Its frames are praised for being stiff, efficient, and surprisingly comfortable, with recent models incorporating aerodynamic improvements and wider tire clearance. While the ride quality is generally smooth and responsive, some riders note a slight stiffness on rough surfaces and less responsiveness during intense efforts.
Superb performance
Stiff and efficient chassis
Improved versatility and comfort
Light and precise steering
Competitively priced in a high-cost market
Can be stiff on rough surfaces
Less responsive during out-of-the-saddle efforts
Basic wheels and tyres on some models
This bike kicks ass.Bicycling
If you can’t win on the CAAD10, you’ll have to look elsewhere for excuses.
CyclistThe Cannondale’s handling is pin-sharp and the acceleration decent, even with quite modest wheels and tyres.
BikeRadarSmoother doesn’t mean slowerRoad Bike Action
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Dec 2021 · Simon Withers
Race-ready road bike with a mudguard-ready frameset
Fast-handling frameset
Decent comfort
Basic wheels and tyres
Not a complete 105 groupset
Apr 2017 · BikesEtc
A great-value, versatile all-round roadie from the American masters of aluminium
| Frame | SmartForm C2 Alloy, SAVE, tapered headtube, fender mounts, SAVE, Tapered headtube, Fender mounts |
|---|---|
| Fork | Full Carbon, 1-1/8" to 1-1/4" steerer, fender mounts |
| Bottom Bracket | FSA Cartridge |
| Headset | CAAD Optimo, 1-1/8" to 1-1/4", 25mm top cap |
| Stem | Cannondale 4, 6061 alloy, 31.8, 7° |
| Handlebar | 6061 alloy, Compact |
| Saddle | Cannondale Stage Ergo |
| Seatpost | 6061 Alloy, 27.2 x 350mm (44-56), 400mm (58-63) Type: Rigid |
| Pedals | Wellgo w/ Clip and Strap |
| Grips | Cannondale Grip Bar Tape w/Gel, 3.5mm |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano Sora GS |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | Shimano Sora, 31.8 clamp |
| Crank | FSA Vero alloy, 50/34 |
| Shifters | Shimano Sora, 2x9 |
| Cassette | Shimano HG50, 11-30, 9-speed |
| Chain | KMC X9, 9-speed |
| Brakes | Promax RC-452 Type: Promax Rim |
| Brake Levers | Shimano Sora |
| Rims | RS 2.0, 24h front, 28h rear |
|---|---|
| Spokes | Stainless steel, 14g |
| Front Hub | Formula RB-31 |
| Rear Hub | Formula RB-32 |
| Tires | Vittoria Zaffiro, 700 x 25c |
First added October 10
Last updated June 9
Not listed for 2,186 days