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CAAD14 3
An aluminum frame race bike with upper mid-range components and shimano 105 hydraulic disc brakes.
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$2,499| Frame | Aluminum |
|---|---|
| Fork | Carbon |
| Wheels | 700c Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 2 × 12 |
| Groupset | 105 |
| Brakes | Shimano 105 Hydraulic Disc |
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Mar 2026
We tested Cannondale’s premium aluminum CAAD14. It has that classic CAAD DNA, but can it compete with today’s lightweight carbon road bikes?
Back to its roots frame design
Excellent ride feel, stiffness, and acceleration
Versatile
Threaded BSA bottom bracket
UDH dropout for easy hanger replacement
Smooth-finish welds
Fits 32mm tires comfortably
Internal cable routing
A little pricey
Mar 2026 · Jordan Villella
The Cannondale CAAD 14 is here, and it might be the alloy super bike that you and your racing budget have been waiting for.
Mar 2026 · James Bunga
The Cannondale CAAD14 may not be the fastest bike in the company’s road lineup, but it could be the most fun
Stiff, high-performing aluminum frames
Return to the iconic CAAD look and ride quality
Aluminum-first design process for modern performance
32mm tire clearance
Fully integrated cables
UDH compatibility
Modern spec choices like shorter cranks and wide gearing
Mar 2026 · Alex Hunt
Cannondale’s iconic metal race bike returns to its design roots. Rising prices, though, raise an awkward question about what role an alloy race bike really plays in today’s carbon-dominated market.
Mar 2026 · Calvin Zajac
The Cannondale CAAD14 2026 is back, and what a return it is! We have already put Cannondale’s new alloy racer through its paces and reveal whether it can truly keep up with modern carbon road bikes.
Incredible level of riding fun
Razor-sharp handling
Explosive acceleration
Strong level of efficiency
Average compliance
| Frame | CAAD14, SmartForm C1 Premium Alloy, integrated cable routing, 12x142 thru-axle, BSA 68mm threaded BB, flat mount disc, UDH BB Standard: BSA, 68mm, Threaded Hanger Standard: UDH Tire Clearance: 32c Colors: Chalk; Matte Black |
|---|---|
| Fork | CAAD14, full carbon, 1-1/8" to 1-1/2" Delta Steerer, integrated crown race, 12x100mm thru-axle, flat mount disc, internal routing, 55mm offset (44-54cm), 45mm offset (56-61cm) |
| Bottom Bracket | Shimano BB-RS500, BSA 68 |
| Headset | Integrated, 1-1/8" - 1.5" |
| Stem | Cannondale C1 Conceal, Alloy, 31.8, -6°: 90mm (48-52cm), 100mm (54-56cm), 110mm (58-61cm) |
| Handlebar | Vision Trimax Compact: 400mm (48-56cm), 420mm (58-61cm) |
| Saddle | Prologo Nago RS STN |
| Seatpost | Cannondale 3, 6061 Alloy, 27.2x350mm, 11mm offset Type: Rigid |
| Pedals | Not included |
| Grips | Cannondale Bar Tape, 3.5mm |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano 105 7100, 12-speed |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | Shimano 105 7100 |
| Crank | Shimano 105 R7100, 50/34: 165mm (48-51cm), 170mm (54-56cm) 172.5mm (58-61cm) |
| Shifters | Shimano 105 R7100, 2x12-speed |
| Cassette | Shimano 105 R7100, 11-34, 12-speed |
| Chain | Shimano 105 7100, 12-speed |
| Brakes | Shimano 105 R7170 hydraulic disc, 160/160mm RT70 rotors Type: Shimano 105 Hydraulic Disc |
| Brake Levers | Shimano 105 R7100 hydraulic disc |
| Rims | Cannondale RD 2.0 Disc, double wall w/ eyelet, 28h |
|---|---|
| Spokes | Stainless Steel, 14g |
| Front Hub | Shimano TC500, centerlock, (F) 12x100mm, (R) 12x142mm |
| Rear Hub | Shimano TC500, centerlock, (F) 12x100mm, (R) 12x142mm |
| Tires | Vittoria Zaffiro, 700x28c |
First added March 14
Last updated June 4