Originally Posted by
giantcfr1
I'd stay clear of any current model Cannondale with a Lefty Fork. I have read AND also been told by owners, that the hubs used allow water in, and cause all sorts of noises. Visits to the bike shop for maintenence is normal with them.
Once you have it, you are stuck with buying Cannondale Hubs to suit, until you throw the fork.
Not all that looks great is practical, when it comes to Cannondale's "creative" ideas.
NB. PRE-Doral, is a much different story.
Hey, thanks for the heads up on the Lefty Fork. I don't know if I would spend the cash for that bike or not, but the advice is greatly appreciated. The people at the LBS did admit that I was a unique customer when it came to bike shoppers they encounter. The Cannondales sell themselves, they said, and most buyers only need a short ride to fall in love with a certain bike. I can see this, but I also asked them if the paint job quality on the 'Dales and the Specialized bikes has something to do with the quick sales!