Metieval

2013 colors are bleh........ I am sure they might grow on me, but until then......... LOL

jtwilson

Sneak preview:



CAAD10-1, ENVE 6.7, Hollowgram, new Red, wut?

Vaio_s

There isn't a 2013 photo in the last two pages.

Metieval

I'm reflecting on the fact I am buying a new Caad10 (2013 bleh) I really should do Green Force to be different. I however like the Raw/black Force better I think because it's less LOUD. which is why I like 2011-2012 > 2013. That and the green clashes with my Hi viz yellow/green gear. I think.

jtwilson

I'm guessing 2014 colors will be better

FPSDavid

Bored at home today, took another pic of my bike in it's current configuration:


and

KP388

It looks like my head tube is caving in from the shifter cables... Is this normal? Is anyone else having this problem?

macca33

Just looks to be marks on the clear pvc sticker they put on to stop cable rub on the frame. If you are really concerned, peel the sticker off and look at the frame underneath - it will most likley be fine.

cheers

FPSDavid

This, also dust your bike for christ's sake!

evrythngsgngrn

Hi, I'm new to the forum and looking to get back into road riding. I sold my Gardin about four years ago when I was moving and family life was busy (I know I broke rule #11).

Anyway, I'm putting together some money for a new road bike and can't stop looking at all of the CAAD10 pictures. I won't have the money together until next spring so my plan is to try to get a clearance 2013 CAAD10-3 when the price is right.

My problem is that I'm a bit confused on the sizes that I should be looking for, and that will play a role in whether I can get a clearance '13 model as the shops don't seem to keep much stock of the 60/63 sizes. Ultimately I know I need to go into the shop and get on one and take it for a ride before I'm sure on size/feel, but I'm looking to see what sizes I need to see if the shops have.

I've put my information into the fit calculator at another site (about 8 different measurements) and it spit out recommended top tube lengths, seat tube ranges etc.

Based on what was output it says I should have a top tube length of 55.6-56.0cm which on the CAAD10 puts me in a 56, but the seat tube range (58.3-58.8cm) puts me in a 60. I'm 189cm tall (6'2"-6'3") with an inseam of 90cm (35.4").

Does this mean I should be looking for a 58 with maybe a shorter stem? My problem is that I had issues with my Gardin that was a 58, I had an exceptionally long seat post, and wasn't terribly comfortable getting into the drops (but my stem may have been incorrectly setup for me). I was trying to find the picture of it that I had from when I sold it, but I can't seem to find it right now.

I'll be looking around at the local shops to see who has what in stock for me to try shortly, but wasn't sure which sizes I should be looking for.

I know (from reading this thread) that the 2013 colours are not favoured, but I really like the way the black/white 10-3 looks (or the 10-5 team colours), and hope someone will have one around here. I think the actual photos of them look a lot better than how Cannondale has them setup with a black background on their site.

Oh one last thing, has anyone tried swapping out the tektro brakes on the 10-5 with 105's? Any reason why there weren't 105 brakes available for it? I know many people have needed to swap pads.

I only question about the 10-5 as if I can't find a clearance on the 10-3 and have to order a size for the 2014, my budget will only allow for a new 10-5, or a previous year 10-3.

Thanks, it's going to be hard waiting to get into the cult...

Vaio_s

Oh I totally agree. I personally think the 2011/2 raw CAAD10 was beautiful and perfectly minimalist.

BarracksSi

You don't say?

Did you do the measurements yourself or did someone measure you? You're a little leggy, but not wildly so. Maybe start with a 58 like you said.

There's always 105 brakes available if the manufacturer really wants them, but when you're selling a few thousand bikes, every nickel and dime adds up. Tektro is cheaper. Swap the pads, but don't waste cash swapping out the calipers -- they work fine.

Elduderino2412

I'm 6'2 and ride a 58. I imagine a 56 would be a little cramped, and you would need a really long stem. Your stem size on your bike has to do w/not only your build, but also your flexibility. They should give you a half way decent fit if you buy it from a LBS.

Nagrom_ 

I'm 6ft and ride a 58, but with a slammed - 17° 110mm stem. I sized up for sure. My ideal is a 57cm TT, but my track bike is 565mm, and the caad is 575m.


Generally, you always size bikes based on their top tube length, not seat tube. The seat tube isn't a concern really because you can just move your seat post.

longbeachgary

I have a 2013 black and silver and it's a great looking bike. I also have a white and green 2012. I swapped the pads on the 2013 to ultegra padsand they work great. On the 2012 I swapped the calipers to Ultegra and they work great too..

jtwilson

Some changes. Moved the new Red group over to the CAAD10, installed Hollowgram SL crank, Yokozuna cables, switched to Speedplay pedals.

macca33

I'm 6'1" / 185cm (87cm inseam) and ride a CAAD10 58cm frame - which I reckon would be the minimum size for you - possibly leaning towards the 60cm - you'd have to try and ride both to see which feels best.

The Tektro brakes were specced by Cannondale to save money - pure and simple. (The CAAD10 1 - Dura Ace - was similarly fitted with Ultegra calipers). I've changed mine to Ultegra and you can always find a decent, cheap pair of Ultegra calipers on Ebay and the like - around $100 - $130 should see you out easily.

You'll love the bike - no matter which year you get, but do ensure you get the best-fitting size for YOU - even if it costs a little more, as you'll be disappointed otherwise.

cheers

h2oxtc

I'm 6'-0" and ride a Caad 58cm. Fits like a glove.

EDIT: Recommend having a GURU Dynamic bike fit. Well worth the few dollars.

h2oxtc

Gorgeous bike! Even if it is white.

Lean back

My CAAD did not come with the protective stickers and the paint got all f'd up. Didn't realize before it was too late. I'm just curious as to what people have been using to protect their head tubes? Any suggestions?

FPSDavid

3M makes stickers for bikes, I believe

Nagrom_ 

I've been using electrical tape... but my frame is matte black, so you can hardly see it.
You can see it under the cables.

Elduderino2412

don't get the lizard skins b/c they have gaudy looking lizards that stand out. Get the 3M tape

evrythngsgngrn

Thanks guys.

I had someone help do the measurements, I didn't want to try making them myself, as I'm sure I'd be quite a bit off trying to read where the number is while holding my position, or marking and measuring.

I'm not terribly worried about the brakes, but would swap out the pads based on the recommendations here if I end up with a 10-5.

The plan is to buy from a local shop, depending on who has what in stock it may be a little further away than 'local'. My cousin works at a shop about a 2 hour drive away that had some 2012 10-3's at the price I want, so it's an option, but I really don't want to drive that far to get it, I'd rather support one of the dealers closer to me.

This is why I was concerned, I'd read that the top tube length was most important, but the recommended top tube length put me in a 56, which seemed crazy based on my experience with my old bike as a measured 58. But again I don't know for sure what the geometry was on the Gardin and it probably wasn't setup properly for me in all respects.

I found myself staying away from the black and silver, although the more I look at it, I wouldn't rule it out as an option. I wasn't staying away because I didn't like it, it was more that my Gardin was black with a silver fork/seat post/cranks/etc. so I was wanting a bit of a change in colour.

I'll definitely be looking at both and seeing which feels right, I want this to last (I had my last bike for about 12 years) and I want to make sure it's going to be comfortable, even if it means that I can't get the 10-3 on sale due to stock, I'll just order the 10-5 in the size I need.

I'll be trying them out in the next couple of weeks so that I have an idea of what I'm looking for so that I can monitor local prices and make my purchase when the money is together and the time is right.

Thanks again, and keep the pictures coming

ricohman

I have now ridden this CAAD10 about 300km and I have to say that the ride has not been what I expected. My other bike is a Specialized Roubaix and from what I've heard this aluminum bike was supposed to be a rough riding jitterbug.
What I've found is exactly the opposite. While its not a damped as the Roubaix it feels more lively and aggressive. I've ridden the Roubaix for over 30,000kms now and it was no problem getting used to this CAAD10. Bang for the buck this thing is tops.
I'm not quite 5'9" and this 54cm frame fits great.