Platform: CAAD Optimo
Highlights
- Lightweight SmartForm C2 Alloy Frame w/ full carbon fork
- Shimano Tiagra 10-speed shifting / FSA Omega crank
- Promax RC-476 dual pivot brakes
Where it thrives
The open road, In competition
What it's built for
Speed, Handling, Durability
Everything we know about aluminum road bikes in one space – refined tube profiles, precision butting, and double-pass welds create frames that are lighter and ride better than our competitors’ high-ticket alloy offerings.
With geometry influenced directly from our award-winning CAAD13 bike, the CAAD Optimo offers true race handling and optimal body position at all times.
Along with Optimo’s new dropped seatstay profile, finely engineered flex zones in the rear of the frame absorb road chatter for better comfort and control.
Technology
Full Carbon Fork
Premium carbon fork features full carbon fiber construction and a tapered steerer, for ultra low weight, and maximum steering precision.

Versatility Built In
Subtle rack and fender mounts expand CAAD Optimo's versatility for commuting/wet weather training.

Drivetrain
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Bottom BracketFSA Cartridge
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ChainKMC X10EL, 10-speed
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CrankFSA Omega ME Alloy, 50/34
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Front DerailleurShimano Tiagra, 31.8 clamp
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Rear CogsShimano HG500, 11-32, 10-speed
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Rear DerailleurShimano Tiagra GS
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ShiftersShimano Tiagra, 10-speed
Frameset
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ForkBallisTec Full Carbon, 1-1/8" to 1-1/4" steerer, fender mounts, 100x9mm QR
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FrameAll-New SmartForm C2 Alloy, SAVE, tapered headtube, fender mounts, 130x9mm QR
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HeadsetCAAD Optimo, 1-1/8" to 1-1/4", 25mm top cap
Wheels
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Front HubFormula RB-31
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Rear HubFormula RB-32
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RimsRS 3.0, 24h front, 28h rear
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SpokesStainless Steel, 14g
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Tire Size25
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TiresVittoria Zaffiro, 700 x 25c
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Wheel Size700c
Brakes
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Brake LeversShimano Tiagra
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BrakesPromax RC-476, dual pivot calipers
Components
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GripsCannondale Bar Tape, 3.5mm
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Handlebar6061 alloy, Compact
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SaddleCannondale Stage CX
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SeatpostCannondale 4, 6061 Alloy, 27.2 x 350mm
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Stem6061 Alloy, 31.8, 7°
Measurements
- Size: 44
- Size: 48
- Size: 51
- Size: 54
- Size: 56
- Size: 58

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