My 2011 Caad9....finally worked how to link better images....


2011 CAAD9 Build2 by mattlawro, on Flickr



.... I have realised that I need to flip that stem... job for the weekend.

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Caad9 BBQ Durace7800 build
http://weightweenies.starbike.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=10&t=82445#p721875

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Project CAAD9 7.2kg
The CAAD Build Thread

Hey CAADicts,

Is there anyone here who has a list of the fasteners of a CAAD9 frame?

I want to go full Ti/Al bolts & fasteners with my build.
I already have my chainrings done (Far & Near).
So far, I have the stem & bottle cage bolts sizes covered.

I'm looking into a Rear Derailleur bolt & pulley kit. I'm considering KCNC there
(not the absolute lightest, but looks to be a little beefier and sturdier).

Would definitely appreciate any suggestions on products/manufacturers that you
guys have used and ideally, just for future reference, maybe we can put a list
together of all CAAD fasteners by model.

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Project CAAD9 7.2kg
The CAAD Build Thread

Considering one of the new Chinese CAAD8s, anyone had experience of them ?

Just got my Bolts from Torronto Cycles
Dropped the weight of my 6700 ultegra to just over 160 grams.

Do have to say one bolt (not included in the derailler kit) appeared to be eroded or something, probably by the anodizing process. Can not comment on durability just yet, but it was one of the cheapest kits I could find. Shipping was fast too.

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2011 Cannondale Flash F1
2010 Cannondale Caad9
2000 Cannondale Caad 4 aero
1999 Cannondale Caad1
???? Concorde SS

It's the best frame you can buy in it's price range.
I've seen some really nice built up CAAD8's.

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Project CAAD9 7.2kg
The CAAD Build Thread

Cool. I'm planning to order from his brother in the U.S. who sells the same items (JerseyCycles).

What bolts/fasteners did you replace on your bike?

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Project CAAD9 7.2kg
The CAAD Build Thread

I've admired the CAAD since my first CAAD4 back in the 80's. Now I have a CAAD9 as my second road bike. Initially thought of as my backup but I find I ride it quite often. I owned a lot of carbon bikes(Cervelo, Trek, Scott, Giant) but something about the CAAD9 that I enjoy.. one of the biggest reasons is probably it's price. I thought prices were crazy for high end bikes a few years ago.. now it's just insane. Anyhow here's the details to my CAAD9 that currently weighs in at 15.9lbs or 7.2kg.

Frame: CAAD9, 56cm, Std. BB
Fork: Easton EC90 Straight
Stem: FSA OS150
Handlebars: Rithcey Evolution Carbon, 42cm
Tape: Performance
Group, Shifters, brakes, front and rear Der.: 2010 Sram Force
Wheels: Reynold DV46 with Veloplugs
Tire: Continental GP4000S
Tube: Continental
Seatpost: Deda Black Stick with magnesium head
Seat Clamp, Token Ultra Light TK160Ti
Seat: Sella Gel Flow
Crankset, FSA SL-K Mega EXO 50/39
Cassette: Sram Red 11-26
Chain: Dura Ace 7900
Water Bottle Cage: Tacx Tao Alum.

Goal is 15.5 but still durable. To get there, I have in mind a new crankset, stem and possibly seatpost. Sram red black crankset might be what I will choose as it's light and reliable.


photo(2) by sfcyclist1, on Flickr

-Derailler tuning kit black
-Black Ti tapered bolts for cannondale C2 stem 6x
-Black alu tapered bolts for FD limit screws
-Black Ti tapered bolt for Shimano FD clamp
-Black Ti tapered bolt for FD braze on
-Black Ti bolt for the FD cable clamp
-Black Ti tapered bolt to replace Ti bolt in the the planet-x ultralight seatclamp (oh the decadency :p)
-Ultralight Headset spacers 5mm and 2mm
-Ultralight topcap
-Brake nuts 40mm for the slice fork, Alu & Ti
-Ti Thomson bolt kit
-Some coloured cable ends

also bought the cannondale gel gloves while I was out on a spree

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2011 Cannondale Flash F1
2010 Cannondale Caad9
2000 Cannondale Caad 4 aero
1999 Cannondale Caad1
???? Concorde SS

What was the weight saving came from this? thanks

Thanks!

I totally agree with you on having a light bike that's durable.
I just got my bike to 7215 grams/15.90 lbs.

When I do eventually go carbon, it'll be an EVO because it's proving to be what
it claims it is. And, I like the fact that it's compared to aluminum in strength.

I don't know if you notice from my build sheet, but all my contact points are carbon.
Stem, bar, steerer, pedals, seat post and saddle (rails/body). It makes a difference.
It allows the frame to be as stiff as it wants to be and the bits keep me insulated
from the road, but not alienated from it. Honestly, it's going to take "a lot of bike"
to impress me after this one.

I can see you lose an easy 50g with a stem swap (3T maybe) for $100.
If you went with a set of Planet-X CNC Ultralight brakes, another 75g
can be found for about $150. That's an easy 125g right there.
That should put you at 15.65lbs easy.

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Project CAAD9 7.2kg
The CAAD Build Thread

Thanks a lot QR! I really appreciate it.
Gives me a reference from which to work from.

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The CAAD Build Thread

Definitely achievable. I actually have a Arx Team stem and 0G Ti Brakeset. Crank Set should be a big chunk of those 200 grams.

In terms of carbon at all the contact points, makes senses and I def. notice the carbons bars. Carbon wheels feel great too!

sfcyclist, you have a beautifull bike!!

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EX Colnago C50
TREK Madone 5.9 SL #7

Thanks! The CAAD9 does have some lovely shaped tubes.

I'm thinking Rotor 3D crankset now.. about the same weight as SRAM Red. Anyone running a set on their CAAD9? Just wondering about the graphics will look on it?