Cannondale 2001 R 800 Older Racing Bike


  • Average Rating: 5/5
  • MSRP: $ 1560.00
  • # of Reviews: 1

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Overall Rating:5
Value Rating:5
Submitted by John-d a Recreational Rider from Corringham

Date Reviewed: October 17, 2001

Strengths:    CAAD 4 frame, the weight - about 18 lbs stripped for action - the mavic cxp 23 wheel set - superb handling and control. It really looks the business, did any one mention the welding? Just look and compare.

Weaknesses:    This model comes with Shimano 105 crankset. For some reason - probably me - my heels kept clipping the chain stay. Changed to the slightly wider Coda Cannondale cranks and the problem was solved. I think it looks better with the black cranks anyway. Oh yes that saddle - change it for a 'save the boys' type.

Bottom Line:   
This was a retirement present to myself. I wanted a comfortable light weight 'racer' suitable for long day rides and posing. I think this bike is great, it just asks to be ridden. I have had to extend my rides to stay out the same length of time. It is fast, smooth and climbs like a dream. The bonus to me is unlike many racing bikes I can actually squeeze on a set of mudguards to keep me, my companions and the delicate bike parts dry.

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Favorite Ride:   The quiet lanes of Essex

Price Paid:    $1790.00

Purchased At:   Chelmer Cycles

Similar Products Used:   Looked at Orbea, Giant, Dawes, Specialised, Basso but none realy matched the Cannondale nor the service from the dealer.

Bike Setup:   As it comes, but changed the cranks and saddle. Added Cateye computer, mudguards, wedge pack, kript



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