Cannondale CAAD10 SuperBike Killer!!!

[@angruwasp8782]

I've stopped trying to convince people that rim rake bikes from the 2000s are still capable through speach. It's much more satisfying to drop them just too prove a point. Marketing is a disgusting deception.

[@thegoodwheel]

Thank you! I love this.

[@richardhale9664]

To quote Chris Boardman "disc brakes are a solution looking for a problem."

[@markdresser5106]

You are so right. That why it took 33 years to get a new bike.

[@tambosnipes1652]

Earlier bikes look more elegant also the small tubing the skinny seatposts rim brakes

[@lihtan]

Disk brakes are better suited for commuter, gravel or mountain bikes that have to deal with wet or off road conditions.

[@brianwilliam8971]

I’ll keep my CAAD 10 forever! Ultegra R8000, carbon hollowgram wheelset, ZIPP cockpit and seatpost. I love the hell out of it.

[@thegoodwheel]

Hi Brian! Thanks for sharing 👍🏾

[@tevesjuliusrey]

Agree!!maybe someday a dura ace group set will be perfect for my Cannondale roadbike!!😂

[@MrAurel40]

which bottom bracket do you have with your Ultegra?

[@TheVintagesteal]

When you read those old Cannondale catalogs or on the history of Cannondale you can really appreciate how this bike came to be.And it's an American bike .Cannondale was truly unique a company. Just today I was enjoying videos on Tinker Juarez and Missy Giove.

[@thegoodwheel]

And Tinker is still out there riding strong 👍🏾

[@raleighkellyc9375]

Hey greg is tinker Suarez still racing for cannondale

[@jeremycole9158]

Yeah....they were unique....I had a Colnago Super a few years before and dare I say it..I wondered what all the fuss was about. It went ok but the Cannondale was something else. It was also a bit of "Stars and Stripes" exotica and bucked against the buying trends at the time (1998)...I am not sure that Trek who popped up later (because of you know who) ever managed to capture what Cannondale managed to start....premium brand identity......anyway, all water under the bridge..

[@mayadachi]

Great video! KZbin is just now bringing this vid to me. Thanks, algorithms! I own a 2013 CAAD10 Black Inc. that I bought original in.... 2014. Got lucky to snatch up the last one at the cycling shop.... size 58. I'm NEVER getting rid of that thing. It's still in perfect condition. 100% stored indoors the entire time. Full SRAM RED 22 set, some fitting & appropriate upgrades. Man..... I may need to do a video on it soon! Cheers!

[@chinaskibukowski7747]

The CAAD 10's are probably the best looking aluminum frames ever produced and have spectacular functionality. I've lusted after the Black Inc. version for years but can't find one in a size 52cm. Those Ksyriums SL's are the best descending wheels I've ever ridden, absolutely zero flex and track like they're on rails. Great video and a good reminder I must remain vigilant in my hunt for a Black Inc. Caad!

[@thegoodwheel]

Ha ha, thanks Chinaski! Black inc is like a unicorn 😂. Set that notification on Ebay, I hope one turns up for you.

[@chinaskibukowski7747]

@@thegoodwheel Thanks man! Have a good weekend.

[@katdam3868]

The CAAD 10 Black inc was/is my first ride. I can't imagine getting rid of it. This video makes me want to improve on my initial build.

[@e3dave744]

🤦🏻‍♂️now you’ve got me searching for one

[@daviddemoise3526]

Not a 52 but for anyone interested there’s a 56cm on eBay right now.

[@PatrickKend]

Great informative video. I picked up a Caad10 the other day in 100% brand new condition. Not a scratch on it. I rode it twice since I got it and I'm so in love with this bike. Easily the best bike I've ever ridden. This bike should definitely help me take my cycling to another level.

[@Bklynbound]

Luis, I just bought a caad10 frame! Your video along with a video by George Vargas really opened my eyes to what was possible instead of being “forced” to buy what’s available at the shops. Thanks!

[@thegoodwheel]

So glad to heat that Lionel! Hope you ride it in good health👍🏾

[@AndresMUy-vd2fy]

Armar tu propia bicicleta de ruta era algo ompletamente normal en la década de los 90's.

[@chadhorenfeldt3949]

I own a CAAD 10 and was thinking how much I love this bike. Such a smooth ride. Thanks for validating my own thoughts.

[@seanspaulding]

Great video Luis! The CAAD10 will always be the standard by which all aluminum bikes are graded, imo. I would give special shout-out to the 2013 Specialized Allez S-works, for it's weight, responsiveness and comfort. I do think the CAAD's geometry is superior though - you can keep all the new cookie-cutter, lowered seat stay frames! - No super bike; only Super Legs!

[@thegoodwheel]

Sean! No you didn't crack on the lowered seat stays😂😂. I hear you, on the Allez... would love to ride one someday. Thanks Brother... really appreciate the support!

[@mmurmurjohnson2368]

Have a 2009 Allez without the dropped seat stays, only upgraded to 55mm carbon rims, and it's still a killer, mostly future proof, ride it just as much as my more up to date rigs with no qualms at all, a great bike if you can snag one, just update your wheels, possibly your groupset.

[@martymiller4300]

I remember Cannondale print ads touting the CAAD 10 as World’s Finest Aluminum Road Racing Machine. My 2013 has over 10K miles on it and except for grief from the down-to-a-price original crank (replaced with a Hollowgram SISL 2) it’s been trouble free and is still one of my favorite bikes. WFARRM =CAAD 10!

[@thegoodwheel]

Thank you for watching and sharing your experience Marty! It is indeed an awesome Bike 👍🏾

[@StanEby1]

Luis, the thing about when you are right is, that when you are right, you are Reeeeeeally right. All the best.

[@thegoodwheel]

Thank you Stan👍🏾

[@michaelguerrera1463]

Wow, thank you for the Intel. I just picked up a caad10 for $700 including shoes, the same Italian saddle and an extra front wheel and a training rig. Yet to give it a true test but I stumbled across several vids like this. I had no idea this was such a gem. I was stumped at how smoothly it absorbed bumps and debris. Loving the 105 shifters as well. Just one question, how can I get the Year? On the bottom of the frame it says "B330" but I couldn't find much out here.. I've been ambivalent about a road bike purchase but at that price range I couldn't pass it up. So far it def is making me want to ride more than ever before All comments are welcome!

[@RudiDwiHartanto]

wow the dale hype is everywhere, in Indonesia there's massive price hike on old caad 10 caad 8 price bcs people just realized that its a really good frame, especially for people who loves stiff and responsive bike. Nice video luis

[@thegoodwheel]

Thank you Rudi! Well let's hope the price hike doesn't spread because I would love to see more people riding these.

[@Titi-gx1bs]

I own a CAAD 3 with a Campagnolo record groupset and I find it fantastic. But I always wondered what's the biggest difference compared to C10, wish I could afford one. Anyway people obsessed with Superbike will never realize that a strong rider will make any bike a Superbike! Great video!

[@thegoodwheel]

Thank you Titi! You are spot on. 👍🏾

[@johns3106]

I’m a little late to the party here, but I thought I’d add my two cents…I have both a CAAD3 and a CAAD10. The Saeco CAAD3 was my primary race bike for 10 years (I LOVED that bike!) and I got the CAAD 10 as a “warranty” replacement for an even older (first gen) Cannondale frame. I prefer the ride of the CAAD3…I’m a big, strong rider and that CAAD3 is super stiff! The CAAD10, while having a little “softer” ride, (the seatstays aren’t as beefy as the CAAD3’s) always feels a little spongy to me and doesn’t seem to leap forward with each pedal stroke like my CAAD3. Steering input seems about the same between the two. And, (minor points) the CAAD3 has a standard threaded BB and 1” headset (with quill stem) while the CAAD10 has an oversize headset and BB30 (I had the threaded adapter installed so I could continue to use my existing BB- this setup has worked well for me). I like both bikes, but the CAAD3 responds better (for me) and that Team Saeco color scheme still looks fantastic!!

[@kdiggitydog7696]

This is exactly the discussion I’ve been scrolling to find. I have a CAAD5 Saeco that I don’t ride very much because it’s my garage queen in mint condition. It’s been upgraded to a modern Dura Ace 11-speed groupset. My daily however is a Sworks Tarmac SL6 with disc brakes and all the modern BS. Well let me tell you I took the Cannondale out today for one of those once in a blue moon rides and I kept thinking to myself: in what ways is the Tarmac any better than this bike?? The Cannondale’s mechanical shifting was for the most part imperceptible to any of my contact points on the bike, and it just blew me away! So responsive and not at all tooth rattling like so many people complain about. After watching this excellent video, I’m so very curious how they could have improved on this winning formula over the next 5 generations from CAAD5 to CAAD10. Is it lightyears better? If so, I’d love to know how because holy smokes this old bike is so good. BTW the period correct Dean Ti seatpost is probably playing a pretty big role in the CAAD5’s perceived suppleness.

[@fstuart1547]

good looking ride. I am just venturing away from Cannondale after 20 years. The CAAD 5 is still one favorite rides. I have a CAAD 12 and have never ridden the 10.

[@kovacsmate6124]

I'm a proud owner of an CAAD10 Black Inc from 2015. This is the super clean, jet black version. I will ride it till one of us gives out. 45K KMs in it so far. Still goes hard if I'm fit. Very different build from yours, DT PR1400 alu wheels make it an absolute beauty.

[@ronbell7920]

Great segment Luis! My first aluminum bike was a 1998 Specialized Allez. Yeah I have always been "on a budget". That frame had seamless welds, so it appeared to be fused together. My 56 cm frame had steep, to me, 73 or 74 degree head and seat tube angles. The ride was stiff and fast! It accelerated with no hesitation and it was my first ride with "brifters". It came with a Shimano 105 9-speed groupset, 13-25 rear, 52 x 42 front. I did swap to a carbon fiber fork and switched to Fulcrum III racing wheels. If I got dropped, it wasn't the bikes fault, just me being in my 40's then and not having the time to train properly! Most of the time I could keep up with the young guys if the ride was 2 hours or less! Great video, the marketing hype is almost intolerable these days. Let's just all get out and ride our bikes!!

[@thegoodwheel]

Great story Ron, thanks for sharing! Yes, marketing deserves its own video👍🏾

[@mr.keepitreal2200]

My road bike is a 2009 Cannondale CAAD9 -7 matte black. I purchased the bike new as a retirement gift to myself. I didn't know how special the bike was until I did more research & found out that it was the last year of Cannondale bikes were made in America. I had NOT been riding it for a while & only made very few changes to the bike since purchased. I now ..... have a new interest in the bike and I am currently looking for THE SAME WHEELSET you had on your bike.. The last step would be to UPGRADE the groupset. I love Campy & my bike came with a fake style Campy setup. The other option on the table is SRAM wireless. As always GREAT information ...... KEEP UP THE GREAT WORK!

[@MrFornicater]

Every brand has these under appreciated (at the time) models, CAAD 10 is definitely one of those. Only thing I would change is the wheelset, Fulcrum One would be my choice.

[@thegoodwheel]

Thank you MrFornicater! I have a set of both and also a set of Zero. They are all so equal, I can't distinguish.

[@VirtualDogWalks]

Specialized Allez Sprint all day for me. Great video 👍🏻

[@thegoodwheel]

Thanks for watching Gareth 👍🏾

[@christophertrapp4195]

Never, ever, EVER underestimate an aluminum Cannondale. Period. It should be chiseled into stone somewhere and memorized by bike lovers everywhere. There's a reason why aluminum Cannondales have a cult following. I would love to get my hands on a CAAD 10 in my size for reasonable money. Not long ago a friend gave me a beat up '92 Series 2.8 Cannondale frame. I stripped, polished, re-stickered, and built it with a 2nd gen Sram Red 10 speed groupset another friend gave me as well as some parts I had hanging around my basement. I treated it to a new Columbus Minimal carbon fork since the original bonded aluminum one was questionable, and I had to pick up some odds and ends that weren't terribly expensive...BB, headset, derailleur hangers, etc. The rear triangle even manages to (barely) clear 25mm tires! Like your CAAD10, I've ridden it in all sorts of situations and it's great at all of them. I love my other bikes, but the fact that a 30 year old free frame with free parts can be so darn good compared to my '15 S-Works Tarmac is terrifying. And it turns more heads! 🤣 It's 85% the bike my Tarmac is at 15% of the price once you factor in the stickers and polishing supplies I needed. And if it gets scratched all it needs is a quick buff!

[@thegoodwheel]

Thanks for sharing that Christopher! It is amazing what an old well made frame can do... and right there with the Tarmac! Golden👍🏾

[@ariely8622]

I’ve had my C10 for nearly 10 years now. I thought about selling it a few times and buying a carbon bike, but can’t seem to part with it. I think I’ll keep it, repaint it and upgrade the components and keep it for another 10’years

[@thegoodwheel]

Thank you Ariel... now that's a plan 👍🏾

[@peterkerr164]

My CAAD 10 will only be sold by my descendants.

[@ducman748996]

Great video!! Supercars and motorcycle have a engine to measure they’re performance and be judged on they’re worthiness, when it comes to bicycles for me what makes it a “superbike” is what makes up my dream of a bicycle, money no object! But since the motor is ourselves means anyone with a stronger motor than ours can put a smack down on us with a $200 machine compared to a $20,000 dream bike 🤷🏽‍♂️

[@thegoodwheel]

Thank you Ducman! I appreciate you sharing your insight... so true

[@davidbuckwitz5408]

Love your observations and the tips you share. Looking at the speed in the videos I now realize how slow I am!

[@thegoodwheel]

Hi David! Thank you for watching. Our roads here are flat so the group rides do appear fast👍🏾

[@brianstranyak1049]

I have a CAAD 10 w/ Mavic Ksyrium SLS wheels. Ultegra, FSA-SLK Light crank. Phenomenal bike indeed. I love it. it's very quick and responsive.

[@thegoodwheel]

Hi Brian! That's a great set up for that bike👍🏾

[@brianstranyak1049]

@@thegoodwheel Thanks. :)

[@poloreacts27]

Love your videos learn something new each time.

[@rickybobby5785]

Nice video. I agree with you 100%. Simply put, the Caad 10 coupled with solid components is just a nice bike.

[@thegoodwheel]

Thank you Ricky Bobby! No doubt about that👍🏾

[@robryan751]

I have a 57 CAD 10 and put Campy Ten speed carbon groupo with mavic wheel set. Ride with conti gatorskins 700x25cc and love it!

[@thegoodwheel]

Hi Rob, thanks for sharing👍🏾

[@starwilkinson8020]

Absolutely killer on every level was this episode on your channel. Right on brother ,you inspire and inform.

[@thegoodwheel]

Thank you 👍🏾

[@georgeszaslavsky]

Glad to see this bike. I have a new old stock CAAD4 in grey as a project, you don't see many of these on the roads anymore neither as it is the case of the CAAD10. The CAAD4 frame is the frame on which Cippolini won its victories on the Tour de France in the late 90's. The craftsmanship on the welds is extremely high much better than any Colnago Dream or aluminium Bianchi or even alumnium Pinarello. The magic of the CAAD10 was the result of an optimization from the CAAD 8 optimo introduced some years before. Nowadays Cannondale frames are made in Taiwan and with less beautiful welds and probably not the sale quality than when they were made in Bedford.

[@daviddjerassi]

Having raced as a pro and now helping a young team who have many different makes of bikes we teach every young rider how to service and maintain his or her bikes as a club and a racing team we avoid Cannondale bikes as we always find there are persistent problems with them from new and we get little or no help from the company it not like this from other brands .love your common sense and informative videos thank you PS we all agree with you about the Caad 10 no one is purchasing the 12 D.

[@thegoodwheel]

Thats is a great endeavor David! Thanks for sharing👍🏾

[@tedceldor]

I just got my second hand CAAD 10 from a bike wharehouse. I was surprised how easily i could spin the heaviest chainring (50-34 ) and cogs (12-27). Maybe it's the Geometry of the bike. The next day i got my bikefit and now i'm flying with this amazing bike. Nice presentation bro. New subsriber here.Keep riding and be safe.

[@charles.andrelagoueyte4007]

I own and still ride my Cannondale R3000 CAAD7. Since I've not ridden a new bike, I can't effectively compare performances. I just came back to riding after 13 to 15 years off the bike. If the Cannondale underperforms, it is probably the rider☺. So far in fast group rides and a GranFondo event, it performed well with riders using new bikes. I did notice the speed of the new bikes in non-technical decents, but maybe it was just me. I won't sell my Cannondale, but then, I won't invest on a new bike until I am back into what I think is good riding shape.

[@thegoodwheel]

Hi Charles. I have found that with a good wheelset, older bikes will perform well. BUT, you will that there is a noticeable performance advantage in riding some of these well equiped modern bikes.👍🏾

[@SherazChoudhary]

Can't agree with you more! Got many bikes and even recently built a custom carbon bike. But my true love is still my 2001 Cannondale R4000si (CAAD6). I have upgraded components throughout the years but the frame/fork/Mavic rims remain the same. There is just something special about that bike that I can't put my finger on! 🙂

[@thegoodwheel]

Hi Sheraz! Keep enjoying that ride👍🏾

[@szymonmodelski149]

I owe caad10 and 12. Absolutely agree, caad10 is sharp as hell and racy. Crispy shifting with outer cables. Great handling, real torpedo! 12 is a tiny bit softer but still stiff and racy. Both bikes give amazing ride feeling, harsher than steel or carbon which I have on the other bikes. I think caads are super bikes when well configured. Classic frame shape, great handling. If you want to be fast and aero jump on the tt machine;) why to compromise with modern aero road bike.

[@thegoodwheel]

Hey Szymon! Thank you for sharing your comprehensive experience with these bikes👍🏾

[@SvenfromKiel]

Since 2015 I have a CAAD 10 with Dura Ace STI, Ultegra and Easton Tempest 2 wheelset and I also did some upgrades on it with Carbon to get it smoother for my rides. Next investigation will be a SQ lab saddle to get it more comfortable and a wheelset with more inner rim width. I love the bike too.

[@velobey7832]

Caad 10 was little bit pricy when I jumped into sport of road cycling back to 2011. Therefore, I had to go with Focus Variado which was not a good choice at that time :). Up to now, I have used 5-6 bikes carbon - aluminum, but CAAD 10 is still in my mind. I will try to get one.

[@brucetaylor607]

My son has a 2014 CAAD 10 with Shimano 105 and Mavic Cosmic wheelset and it's absolutely beautiful. But in the meantime he's drooling over his old man's 1998 Cannondale USA R200 CAAD 2 with Shimano 600 8 speed SIS and Mavic CXP 30 wheelset. Gloss black finish in pristine condition. I've talked to lots of riders in Central Park, NYC and they absolutely love the feel of their CAAD 10s. After trying so hard to find a CAAD 10 in 58cm, I ended up buying a 2020 Cannondale CAAD 13 Ultegra 8000 rim brakes. I still have the original Fulcrum 600 wheelset and now riding Mavic Aksium wheels. Rim brake wheels are hard to come by nowadays.

[@NP-kc5qd]

Thanks for covering the one of the best alloy bikes ever made! 2014 Caad10 was my first road bike❤️. Had the caad12 after that, I agree didn’t feel the same. Had 3 carbon frames after those and still can never feel the same like that caad10! That bike is amazing, will try to get another 60cm Frameset.

[@thegoodwheel]

Hi NP! They are out there... hope you find one👍🏾

[@bicyclerider3978]

After riding a friends Cadd 9 I wanted the 10. But years went by and I opted for the Synapse Hi mod carbon disc. First year they had disc so I still have the skewers. Even so I live the stiff frame and performance but it ain’t no racer.

[@thegoodwheel]

Thankfor sharing👍🏾

[@dannyhernandez434]

I am so glad you're making these videos. I have always thought Cannondale Caad 10 is the second best bike ever made. I have owned 2 as well and they are one of my favorites. That set up you had was amazing on both! Thanks so much for the video Luis. Keep it up! 🙏🏼

[@thegoodwheel]

Thank you Danny! I appreciate that 👍🏾

[@geraldtone5914]

What bike is num1¿

[@dannyhernandez434]

@@geraldtone5914 For me, Specialized allez Sprint

[@grahammitchell9415]

Loved the video, late last year I purchased a caad8 frame and an evo6 complete bike. The 8 I fitted with a mix of Campag 10 kit that I had already to become my daily use bike and I love it to bits. The evo came with Record 11, only been on it a couple of times so far but i can see the potential.

[@dctruckguy]

Nice bike. I'm on my third. A r5000 dura ace a saeco campo and my current caad 8 ultegra compact crank 11/30 cassette and HED wheelset. Best bikes I've owned.

[@thegoodwheel]

Hi dctruckguy. Thank you for sharing thay. The Saeco is one the most beautiful models I have seen.

[@dctruckguy]

@@thegoodwheel mine was alloy and carbon forks part of the down tube top tube and seat stays. I've never seen another. Love the channel keep it up

[@andybriggs9535]

Great video. My CAAD 12 is the best all round bike I've ever owned

[@thegoodwheel]

Hi Andy! I really believe it is a great all arounder. Enjoy the miles👍🏾

[@maxwedge7593]

Both of those Cannondale's are freaking gorgeous!

[@thegoodwheel]

👍🏾

[@michaeldavis9693]

“Vintage” wow, what happened to the time? 😂 Yeah.. I bought a Caad10 new and it’s still my road bike, mint condition. I keep it clean and maintained. Owned it in Florida and Hawaii and seen some miles with it. It’s still a great bike. It’s so good that I never moved “up” from it.

[@jeremycole9158]

Alu frames were and still are fantastic. I raced on a CAAD 3 in 1998..yeah just a CAAD 3 and not in sportifs...proper racing E,1,2,3's and it flew. It was real money at the time but that's what happens with brands. Carbon is fine and there is no denying its qualities but too many people think its the only option. Its not. If I could get my hands of a CAAD10....now there's a thought.

[@thegoodwheel]

Hi Jeremy! Thanks for sharing and good luck getting one👍🏾

[@jeremycole9158]

@@thegoodwheel Well I did it and managed to get hold of one. It was a bit of a journey with the first ebay purchase being a scam but I managed to get my money refunded. The second one worked out. As always with Ebay bikes, chain rings, cassettes, bearings, headset, saddles etc etc were binned. The frame was stripped down, wet and dried, clear coated. Wheels rebuilt etc etc ...you know the story. I did want to keep it as original as possible and I think I have managed to do it. kzbin.info/www/bejne/lZe8nXqBoN2JiaM I haven't managed to ride it yet but as soon as that dry day arrives...I will be out. Thanks for kick starting my into action and grabbing another epic Cannondale.

[@thegoodwheel]

@@jeremycole9158 oh my! That looks like my size 😂 Just kidding. Well done. I think you are going to love it.

[@1971lemond]

I have the 2015 CAAD 10 Racing Edition gray/matte black color with full Dura Ace 9000 Mechanical 11 Speed. It’s DI2 and Mechanical compatible. The rear brake routes through the top tube as vs on the outside on the left of the top tube like the non Di2 version. It’s still the same frameset as the Di2 version and geometry it’s just that, that is the only two differences. I built it up custom and still have the bike, it still rides the same as when I first rode it, and in Fact it’s stiffer and lighter than most carbon elite frame sets out there and it rides like my carbon bikes. I won’t ever get rid of it. It’s my go to bike. It’s stiff,tough,strong, light, and durable. It’s bar far the best aluminum frame set I’ve ever had.

[@michaelbonade4667]

I never understood the 39 2nd ring…. It was cool to hear u mention the 53/46 I’m building my 1990-92…(gotta check)3.0 up with Eurus G3 wheels or a set of gold Rolf Vector Pros…and a pre outboard bearings Chorus 10 speed group in amazing condition courtesy of a seller in Italy

[@fernandoalvarado8378]

Great video, Luis. Congrats! I also am a fan of the AL Cannondale, and your CAAD 10 Is pure butter. Agree 100%, to fine tune the harsh ride of the frame, you need the best wheelset, seatpost, saddle and tires you can put in. My choice, Schwalbe or Vredestein race tires in 25mm. Keep It Up!

[@thegoodwheel]

Thank you Fernando! And thank you for sharing your build ideas as well 👍🏾

[@Jonas_Fox]

My first and only road bike is the Cannondale CAAD3 😅 It makes me happy to ride.

[@thegoodwheel]

Nothing matters much more than that👍🏾

[@aaron___6014]

1:42 that's a really good-looking bike. I might have to see if I can get those thick-bladed spoked for my next wheelset build.

[@thegoodwheel]

👍🏾

[@samyarabi9033]

i have a caad 10, im his third owner, ive been riding it for tens of thousands of km thourghout the years its still alive and the older its get the more i like it. it is at its third wheelset with me already but the fram still perfect and fork looking very good still which i dont really understand how !! it seems unreal to have soo much longevity for so cheap

[@thegoodwheel]

Wow! Nice report... glad to hear that. 👍🏾

[@badabumbadabim4606]

Got one of these (2013 model). It's outstanding bike!

[@thegoodwheel]

Thank you for sharing Badabum!

[@vilim406]

Luis, Great video. My superbike killer is my Caad9. It was my first road bike. I’ve ridden CF and ti bikes. Somehow I always gravitate towards my Caad9 when I want to hammer against the boys with their $10k cf bikes. The bike just feels right in a fight. It’s an old dog but still has the bite. Recently picked up a Ritchey Road Logic which I should have done long ago. That’s a different story. Hope you get a chance to pick up a Logic and do a review on it. Love the channel! Keep up the good work.

[@thegoodwheel]

Thank you Vi Lim! The Road Logic is a great bike. Glad to hear you are still smoking them on the CAAD9

[@robmason6509]

I always used to laugh at the posseurs on fancy high end road bikes because I was a young bike mechanic in the 80's who couldn't afford them. My first race as a cat 4 was at the National Capitol Open, in D.C., Mel Pinto was the big sponsor. As we lined up for the start, an experienced rider asked me "Are you ready for for a real crash fest?" Unbelievably, it had never occured to me that there would be blood, and, bike damage. Sure enough, on the last lap, it was crash at the front, not in the middle or back of the pack. I needed to ride over a dude, gashed my sidewall, but one mile later, managed to bag 2nd place after leading the whole lap. And Mel put the medal on me. It was an awesome start for a young guy. But unless you are rich guy, leave the fancy kit for time trial or road races, Criteriums are dangerous!

[@thegoodwheel]

Hi Rob, thanks for sharing that awesome experience👍🏾

[@truthseeker8483]

Sorry to hear you gashed your sidewall on a dude's head....😁😁😁😁

[@peterkerr164]

I appreciate the validation. I’ve always told people that if I had to win a race, it would be my CAAD 10. A really nice feature is that there are no hidden cables … SOOOOO easy to work on. The one drawback is the BB 30 bottom bracket, but that was solved that with a BBinfinite cartridge. And to think that I bought it because of its “Gulf Ford GT” paint job.

[@thegoodwheel]

The Gulf paint job was a nice touch👍🏾

[@marvinedwards3130]

Sometimes the creak is the rear quick release against the frame NOT the BB.

[@johnyoon5399]

I picked up a CAAD10 recently - now I know what everyone is raving about 😃. Reminds me a lot of the 9, but seems a little racier.

[@rolffuchs2737]

I had the CAAD 12, best alloy bike ever, 7.5 kg with stock wheels and Ultra and so precise.

[@thegoodwheel]

Thanks for watching Rolf👍🏾

[@alexhoechstetter5072]

What is the other alloy bike? At the end you say one of the 2 best ever made. I picked up a 2012 CAAD8 for almost nothing, put ritchey carbon bars, carbon seatpost, and tubeless rims on it. It has no problem keeping up with fast group rides and when it comes time to hammer it does not disappoint. I previously owned a 2013 Allez Smartweld. Had high hopes for that bike, but the geometry was bizarre and the ride was punishing. Cannondale know how to engineer a great riding alu frame. Sadly I believe the CAAD13 went even more soft, safe, generic compared to the 12. Great videos, I subbed.

[@thegoodwheel]

Hi Alex! The other highly regarded Aluminum frame is the Specialized Alez Sprint. The Emonda ALR is pretty good as well👍🏾

[@IshwaraYogaNET]

Great vid ! I have built a lightweight gravel bike on a CAADX frame and now am starting on my CAAD10 .

[@thegoodwheel]

Thank you Ishwara! Yeah, that caadX is an absolute beast 👍🏾

[@brianwilliam8971]

I’d love a CAADX to pair with my 10. Would make a fast commuter that I could throw a slightly supple tire on.

[@markdresser5106]

I just replaced my Dale Crit from 1988 I built with special wheels etc. I tested the CAAD 13 and felt my Crit felt about the same. Ended up with the EVO Super Six to get a feel that was IMO improved over my Crit. I agree the CAAD series is a great move unless you already have a great bike. For the ALuminum Dales, Wheels would be the best improvement.

[@thegoodwheel]

I completely agree about the wheels upgrade followed by a carbon seat post for sure 👍🏾

[@gliadiagnostics8792]

Amen. Great video Luis. Own a CAAD 10 Black Inc. Wouldn't sell, swap or loan . Also an aluminium Wilier. Love the Italian build but the CAAD is my 'favourite child'. PS Love your Italian pronunciations. Bravo!

[@thegoodwheel]

Thank you! Congratulations on owning a Black inc👍🏾

[@pennetierphilippe8529]

i own 2 bikes : 1) cannondale super six evo (2) from 2016, rim brakes + full campagnolo. 2) Wilier mortirolo scandium from 2002 ( easton scandium sc7000, US custom tubing ), full campagnolo. Both with carbon wheelsets. Will keep them. I love the wilier so much ( 7.25 kilos ready to go )

[@1a2b3c4.]

Luis you are my hero. A very honest video, you're the man.

[@thegoodwheel]

Thank you

[@markbailey2199]

Great now the caad-10 is on my list to look out for on the used market. My wife may want a word with you. Long live N + 1

[@thegoodwheel]

You just don't want her talking to my wife😂 Excellent bike

[@hoizkiacha]

Interesting. I'm super happy with my CAAD12. Crazy to think that the Caad10 might have been the better choice...

[@thegoodwheel]

Still the 12 is a very good choice👍🏾

[@SeeYouUpTheRoad]

Hello Luis -- I just did a "Bike Profile " on a CAAD 10 bike on my channel. I had one built up for local Crits but did a lot more than that on my CAAD 10. I claim it as one of the best frames ever made regardless of material. In the age of the $15,000 electronic disc brake carbon "10% stiffer and 10% lighter and 10% more comfortable" bullshit the CAAD 10 would run circles around it. Even though I love my steel bikes I would own another CAAD 10

[@thegoodwheel]

Hey George! I checked your video out and I appreciate the insight you brought to the early development of the frame. It is an amazing frame in its purity of what a good bike should be. Keep those videos coming👍🏾

[@kevinfrost1579]

Just found this in the back catalogue…….so refreshing a real world take on what is a ‘Superbike’ ? The extensive comments make clear the distinction. Put aside the marketing puff of the ‘latest and greatest’ generated by countless marketing depts (together with the laughable price tags, frequently questionable tech innovations). Redefine for yourself what delivers for you, so many Superbikes from 10/15 yrs ago exist under the radar. Redefining the Superbike …….smart move Luis. Folk riding them already know……..spread the word. 👋👋👋

[@thegoodwheel]

Thanks Kevin👍🏾

[@kristofferguerra569]

I was really curious about the Caad10 vs Caad12 comparison you made towards the end. Specifically when you said the Caad12 was a dumbed down version of the Caad10 Did the Caad12 have more lateral flex?

[@thegoodwheel]

The CAAD12 is softer feeling overall. They just made it less racy compared to the EVO. I thing they 10 came really close to the EVO👍🏾

[@EmilBMWable]

Supercars have capable engines, complicated suspension, etc. But like with bikes, it's the rider/driver who gets the most out of the material. I get overtaken on my regular climb by guys on 8 speed bikes with steel frames, while I'm still overtaking a lot of other guys on my old 2007 Pinarello F4, while they are riding +5000€ Specialized, Canyons, Bianchis, etc

[@thegoodwheel]

👍🏾

[@thecappy]

I just stripped my gen 1 caad10 105(black/white) and put Dura Ace 9100 on it. It is fantastic and quick.

[@thegoodwheel]

Thanks for sharing👍🏾

[@clippingin1593]

Nice video - subbed - with some good 'superbike' talking points. Great to see the rebuilt Caad 10 in action. When I was racing 20+ years ago I had a Caad 4, Ultegra 9, with Spinergy Rev-X or Mavic Helium ( seeing your red hubs brought a smile to my face ) and that was an incredible bike. Superstiff, light for those days, and reasonably comfortable for oversized Alu... wish I still had it, and late 90's fitness to go along with it :)

[@thegoodwheel]

Thank you Clipping In! Yes, they were extraordinary bikes... thank you for sharing that. And I am with you on the late 90s fitness😂😂

[@michaelconway8352]

Owned my CAAD10 from new since 2011. Still rides brilliantly. To compare, I have a Giant TCR Pro1 2016 which is a beast. But I cannot tell much difference between both. Identical geometry and ride feel. I live in the UK so weather can be filthy. So the BB30 wasn't very user friendly for bad weather. Only thing I changed was fitting an FSA threaded aluminium sleeve that adapted to Shimano axle. I've fitted an Ultegra bottom bracket many years ago and it's pretty much fit and forget. Don't think I'll ever sell my CAAD10.

[@thegoodwheel]

Caad10 is a definite keeper Michael. Thanks for sharing👍🏾

[@Tr1ckyD1cky]

Great video! I'm just looking at a CAAD10 now, it's that or a Merida Scultura 4000, which has a carbon frame. Which would you go for?

[@Kinnup7]

Great content. Liked and subscribed. I am looking for my first road bike and your video now has me placing this on my short list. Thanks!

[@thegoodwheel]

Hi Rugby! Thank you and welcome aboard 👍🏾 It is a very good bike

[@Kinnup7]

@@thegoodwheel Just to let you know I did buy a 56cm 2011 Cannondale CAAD10 3 Ultegra in Magnesium White (Gloss). Love it!

[@thegoodwheel]

@@Kinnup7 awesome

[@bradwilson3611]

just found your channel and I must say your part selection and the final build of your bikes is superb

[@thegoodwheel]

Thank you for watching Brad! It is appreciated 👍🏾

[@Blah-blah-sure]

Laughs, so you got rid of your CAAD 10? I can’t part with mine. It’s the red 105 group set. And it’s no wonder that when I test road an Evo with disc brakes that it fit me like a glove. And I just test road a Trek Emonda SL5 & it felt less racy than my CAAD 10 & Tarmac SL2 with SRAM Rival from 2010 or 11. Thanks

[@hopfag6555]

Always coming back to this video 😅, my first race season starting in a few weeks and I hope this bike will prove its reputation!

[@thegoodwheel]

Awesome to hear that! I hope you both perform well. Have fun👍🏾

[@ComandanteNissaro]

I love my Cannondale CAAD 10. This bike is a weapon. I take it on fast group rides and I even take it on fire roads and loose gravel. It climbs so good and it's so fast that my friends on full suspension mtbs are keeping up with me instead of the other way around on some technical stuff

[@JohnDoe-ci4ne]

I had the CAAD10 first day it came out from my LBS, it was a great bike that replaced a Trek Madone, however the BB30 started creaking after a year & keeps on creaking after LBS service every couple of months, so I sold it. Never had creaking square taper BB on my old steel Bianchi & DeRosa professional that I still keep & ride often, same with the Bridgestone daily commuter, although not as fast anymore maybe it's the old age thing (or maturity) & not the bikes.

[@thegoodwheel]

Thanks for watching and sharing your experience John!

[@fieldlab4]

I have an old Cannondale black lightning from the 1980's. Terrific, indestructible frame.

[@thegoodwheel]

Hi Johan! Sounds like an awesome bike... I think I remember those 👍🏾

[@markdresser5106]

Still riding my sister to the lightning 33 years later!! Great bike! Finally bought a new bike this year. Evo Super Six.

[@thegoodwheel]

@@markdresser5106 I bet those ride different like night and day. Enjoy the miles my friend.👍🏾

[@andrewkolb1560]

I ride an emonda ALR which is very similar.

[@kristofferguerra569]

I wish you would also give some of your take on the old model rim brake specialized allez sprint comp.

[@thegoodwheel]

👍🏾

[@Mike-up6go]

Is there a noticeable difference between the CAAD 10 frame and the CAAD 9 ? I know the 9 is the last version produced in Bedford, PA in the states. After that production moved to Taiwan. It would be nice to grab a 9 with the " handmade in USA" on the seatstays and an American flag on the top tube. To me, that really represented what Cannondale was all about. An American company producing American made bikes in my homestate of PA.

[@thegoodwheel]

The 9 may feel a bit racier and bit more rigid but I think the overall performance for the 10 may be better... slightly.

[@RSi-tf3jx]

Hi Luis how would a Caad 7 Cannondale frame compare to the Caad 10 I’m very interested in your answer.

[@thegoodwheel]

Hi there! I’ve ridden a 5, 8 and a 9. Those felt racier and a bit more aluminumed to me… the harshness came through a bit more

[@RSi-tf3jx]

@@thegoodwheel thanks Luis I appreciate to hear from you because of your experience riding the progression of improvements of Cannondale through there Caad development of aluminum frames. I’m biased I like Cannondale aluminum rim brake bikes they lead the way back then in development of frames

[@kwade418]

How do you think it compares to the trek madone 5.2 oclv carbon 120?

[@thepedallerdoc1763]

Lovely bike. I ride a CAAD8 in almost exactly the same color (including the white bartape).

[@thegoodwheel]

Thank you! Those CAADs are phenomenal 👍🏾

[@thepedallerdoc1763]

@@thegoodwheel i know. That's what I hear from everyone. But i honestly wouldn't have a frame of reference since shes my first and only road bike (I have 20,000 km on her, and another 20,000 on my flatbar hybrid). I've recently got a set of Shimano 501s with bladed spokes on her (the original Maddux wheels we/are doing great). Otherwise she's bone stock, right down to the now very weathered saddle. I do keep getting the itch to upgrade to 105 (5800 will do me fine) from the stock Claris 2400 Im running. But other than this constant biker upgraditis itch, Im pretty sure the real big upgrades are still hidden in my chest and legs! Oh and I'm an alloy, rim brakes and 23c's pumped up to 105/100 psi 52 year old Master's racer who will pick up a CAAD10 in a heartbeat first chance he gets. 😀

[@emoretech]

Great video Luis. I absolutely love Cannondales. I have a CAAD 13 myself.

[@thegoodwheel]

Thank you Erich! Enjoy your miles on it, that is a very nice bike.

[@angela-onesroman8873]

Same here, love my custom build 2020 caad13 rim...

[@shadowbird]

I just found you today. The Pittsburgh bike Museum has thousands and thousands of bikes and most of them are for sale at the right price.I sure they would have something you are interested in.

[@thegoodwheel]

Thank you Shadow bird! That's something to look in to👍🏾

[@elbugspinetta]

I have both, the caad 10 and 12, and I prefer the 12, it is the fastest. But the caad 10 is bombproof, the 12 has very thin aluminum... I know this because my keys fell out of touch with the horizontal tube and a dent was made. I was thinking about changing the caad 10 for a bmc slr01 three but the decision is difficult, I feel like I'm going to regret it

[@babyrabies]

U're right, the caad10 had a stiffer feel. i think the omission of the chainstay bridge and the thinner flared seat tube made the caad12 a softer ride.

[@thegoodwheel]

Thank you for sharing your insight babyrabies! 👍🏾

[@jesschav1475]

What's up there Lu ! Shouts Out from H-town my friend!✌ Saw your vid on the CAAD 1O, took your advice, found one and snatched it. "PHENOMENAL BIKE" Thanks for the info !

[@thegoodwheel]

Ahhh, so glad to hear that! I hope you ride it in good healthe Jess👍🏾

[@jesschav1475]

@@thegoodwheel Like all of your videos Sir ! Seem very Honest and Genuine.

[@jesschav1475]

BTW, am now the owner of a CAAD 9, CAAD 10 and Super 6 .😁 Excellent Bicycles!

[@volcom05345]

I thought my CAAD12 was awesome! I might be looking for a CAAD10 soon.

[@NicoakaRedCat]

Great video, couldn't agree more. I have a 2014 CAAD 10 (with Ksyrium SLS wheels) and the ride is great! The one thing I don't like about it are the 105 brakes, too stiff compared to my other bike (which had Campagnolo Centaur)

[@thegoodwheel]

Thanks Nico! There are great aftermarket brake options out there to make it feel super. 👍🏾

[@JamesBond-hy4kv]

It’s a great bike! Might super-bike it this weekend. Ultegra and carbon bars is enough for me and my budget 😂

[@thegoodwheel]

👍🏾

[@menlo7256]

amazing review! if CAAD10 is top 2, what's the top 1?

[@thegoodwheel]

I would say it's a toss up between the Allez Sprint, CAAD10 and Emonda ALR👍🏾

[@nb9797]

Good video. What's the ride quality like on rougher tarmac roads with potholes etc. And how about in longer rides?

[@thegoodwheel]

Hi there. I thing it is very compliant on rough surfaces with proper wheelset and good carbon components. Not harsh at all👍🏾

[@nb9797]

@@thegoodwheel maybe next time. I couldn't find one with 5800 groupset so ended up getting an Emonda ALR5 2017 model. Hopefully she'll ride well I'll pick her up tomorrow

[@thegoodwheel]

@@nb9797 good pick! Aluminum Emonda is an amazing bike👍🏾

[@DrewMtl]

I like your video idea, but what makes the bike good? Geometry? Radical tube designs?, Stiffness due to something special? Wasn't aluminum considered the best for bikes in the 80's and now the worst? Is that just a fashion trend or what is the good and bad about aluminum?

[@thegoodwheel]

Hi Andrew. Aluminum has improved a lot over the past 10 years due to improved manufacturing processes and the use of carbon components like seatposts and handlebars 👍🏾

[@DrewMtl]

@@thegoodwheel Well my aluminum bike is approximately 20 years old. I got it about 8 years ago. and it is just the fastest snappyest bike I have ever owned! ( 3 bikes). In the 80's canondale Aluminum was all the rage! Always wanted one but way out of my price point. My Devinci Millennium is a wiz! trying to understand why your c 10 is so good.

[@loc9588]

Amazing video! When I was buying a bike it was between allez elite 2010 and caad10. Can’t say I made the wrong decision with the allez but I do think I’ll try to get a caad10 at some point too, amazing looking bike

[@thegoodwheel]

Those 2 bikes are so close in performance you can't go wrong

[@T3clayton]

CAAD 10 Question - Hey Luis, Love your videos. I have a 2013ish CAAD 10 I bought on Craigslist a couple years ago. It has dura ace shifters, front one has no trim. Ultegra front & rear derailleurs & brakes, FSA cranks and mavic wheels. It's a 10 speed. I've redone the bottom bracket multiple times. What would you do with it? Frame is excellent shape. My problems are the front shifter and hate the bb30 bottom bracket. Thanks!

[@thegoodwheel]

Hi Troy. Thanks for watching. There may be other good systems but the one I know works very well with bb30 is Campagnolo Ultra Torque. It presses the Campy cups into the bb shell then the cranks are placed into the cups. I've had it on two CAAD10s with no issues

[@T3clayton]

@thegoodwheel thanks Luis. I'm going to try a bbinfinant bottom bracket with a duraace 7900. I've seen some good reviews and excited to see if it works.

[@Brault08]

I miss my CAAD 9 so much... :( last one to be fully welded in the USA

[@thegoodwheel]

Great bike👍🏾