HeadsUp Race Geometry
The CAAD8 shares the proven race geometry of its more expensive brethren but with a slightly taller head tube (+1.5 mm) for a more relaxed riding position.
SAVE Stays
Optimized chain stay and seat stay shaping provides lateral rigidity while providing vertical compliance for bump absorption and comfort with no loss in power transfer.
Smooth Welds
A true smooth weld, rather than the sand, putty, and paint smooth welds found on other bikes, Cannondale's trademark double-pass smooth weld technology eliminates the stress-risers and weak points found on traditionally welded frames, enabling us to build lighter, stronger frames.
Frame
CAAD8, Optimized 6061 Alloy, SAVE
Fork
Cannondale Ultra, carbon blades, 1-1/8"
Crank
Shimano 2300 50/34
Bottom Bracket
Tange Cartridge
Shifters
Shimano 2300
Cog Set
SunRace 12-25, 8-speed
Chain
KMC 8-Speed
Front Derailleur
Shimano 2300, 31.8mm clamp
Rear Derailleur
Shimano 2300
Rims
Maddux RS 3.0, 32 hole
Hubs
Cannondale C4
Tires
Schwalbe Lugano, 700x23c
Pedals
Wellgo
Brake
Promax alloy caliper
Handlebar
Cannondale C4 Compact
Stem
Cannondale C4, 31.8mm, 6 deg.
Headset
Tange Seiki Integrated, 25mm top cap
Spokes
Stainless Steel, 15g
Grips
Cannondale Suede Bar Tape w/ gel, 2.5mm
Saddle
Cannondale Stage Ergo w/ Steel Rails
Seat Post
Cannondale C4 alloy, 27.2mmx300mm