Cannondale CAAD12 vs. CAAD10 - buyers guide. Best race alloy road bike ever?

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  • @Rick-ku3ic
    @Rick-ku3ic 8 років тому +19

    I bought a CAAD12 Ultegra with caliper breaks a couple weeks ago. This is my first road bike and I'm 100% happy with this purchase. I've put a little over 100 miles on it so far. It climbs the hills here in Colorado beautifully. Before purchase I was between the CAAD12 and Trek's ALR 6, but after test riding I felt the Cannondale was a better choice for me. Thanks for the review.

  • @cambotechmedia1427
    @cambotechmedia1427 7 років тому +6

    I got myself a CAAD12 Disc 105 for $1650 on spring sale. Best bike ever for the price.

  • @s9523pink
    @s9523pink 8 років тому +3

    I love my CAAD 10 with Ultegra Di2, as for the internal cable for the rear brake, I've had no steering issues hands off. With Di2, shifts are flawless, gear usage is easier and I use their wider range because I'm not fine tuning the shift due to cable stretch or wear. A quick responsive frameset with lightning precise shifts, add up to a dream ride; I love Cannondale!

  • @etobiCRACKscorpions
    @etobiCRACKscorpions 9 років тому +4

    I bought the CAAD 12 Disc 105 a couple of weeks ago. It is my first roadbike. I haven't ridden it yet as it is winter here but I can't wait to hit the streets. The welds on the frame all look really smooth.

    • @cannondany
      @cannondany  9 років тому

      +etobiCRACKscorpions We hope to hear from you when you do a couple of rides.

  • @NeilNessel
    @NeilNessel 6 років тому +3

    I had a CAAD10 and now have the CAAD12. I love them both, but I think the 10 was a bit stiffer for climbing and sprints. I raced on the CAAD4 years ago and it had huge diameter tubing which made it crazy stiff.

  • @jimiefoxx
    @jimiefoxx 8 років тому +3

    Nice one! I have been ridden CAAD12 Disc 105 for around a month or so.
    I love the bike!

    • @jonnyy4088
      @jonnyy4088 7 років тому

      I'm thinking of buying the 2018 version in the spring.It looks a lovely bike.Hope you continued to enjoy it.

  • @taurus20077
    @taurus20077 8 років тому +6

    Personally, I think Cannondale produces the best aluminum road bikes. If I want an aluminum road bike, Cannondale is my first choice. Of course, I am sure some would disagree with me.

  • @atomicscott2
    @atomicscott2 7 років тому

    Now I am even mote excited about finishing my CAAD12 build! I just started building up a new 2106 CAAD12 (black/smoke grey) frameset, and am waiting for a flat mount brake caliper to arrive to finish my build, as I am using the parts from my cyclocross bike which had post mount rear caliper. I love the finish and quality of the frame. I cannot wait to put some miles on this beauty! Thanks for the review!

    • @cannondany
      @cannondany  7 років тому

      You're gonna like it. You're gonna ride it :)

  • @TEIS3210
    @TEIS3210 8 років тому +2

    I got the 105 disk caad 12 the frame looks so awesome with the blue accents and matt black finish

    • @cannondany
      @cannondany  8 років тому

      Yeah, the paint job is great.

    • @etobiCRACKscorpions
      @etobiCRACKscorpions 8 років тому

      I got the same. Do you get any frame vibration from the front disc brake when applied?

    • @johnmedina319
      @johnmedina319 8 років тому

      Did you order online? If so, where?

  • @theylivewesee1674
    @theylivewesee1674 8 років тому +1

    FELT also have great alloy bikes with race geometry, I have FELT F95 2012 and from distance it looks like carbon frame, really nice finishing

    • @cannondany
      @cannondany  8 років тому +1

      +Esseker Fit Yes, they make nice frames indeed.

  • @cruzeiroeterno
    @cruzeiroeterno 8 років тому +2

    Hi there, nice video... However I think you missed a very important difference between the CAAD 12 versions. There are 3 different cranksets: the 105 comes with the Cannondale SI, the Ultegra comes with the Hollowgram SI and the Dura Ace comes with the SISL2. They do make a difference in weight and performance. I am buying a CAAD 12 soon and I rather pay a more for the Ultegra just to get the Hollowgram than getting the 105 and upgrading it. Thanks!

    • @JPMoron
      @JPMoron 8 років тому

      +luciofilho1 I did exactly just that. I got the ultegra + caliper brakes so I can have the Hollowgram. I have a Synapse 105 alloy and I replaced the crank with a Hollowgram SL MkV. I wouldn't get a Cannondale bike without a Hollowgram.

  • @madbikeboy442
    @madbikeboy442 8 років тому

    I have a CAAD10 with full Sram Red, Reynolds carbon wheels, Fizik saddle, Time pedals, carbon bars and stem. It is delightful.

  • @PeterLarsenJr
    @PeterLarsenJr 2 роки тому +1

    Riding CAAD12 for the last 3 years. Shimano 105 works fine. Caliber brakes. 54cm frame. So fast!

  • @doswheelsbetter8292
    @doswheelsbetter8292 8 років тому +1

    I have the caadx. looking to add the caad 12 next. I also have a roubaix that i am selling to get the caad 12. absolutely gorgeous looking bicycle

  • @oleok3
    @oleok3 7 років тому +4

    "Especially the green one here."
    Dude. That is like, the most yellow bike I have ever seen. Did you know, that you are totally colorblind? :O

  • @s9523pink
    @s9523pink 8 років тому

    I have a CAAD 10 and upgraded to Ultegra Di2, the frame has a small hole on the head tube under the internal rear brake cable for the main cable that comes from the main junction box under the stem. The rear derailleur has the wiring routed through an area under the bottom bracket stay on that side.. It's great to have no cables exposed to the elements. My only concern with these frames are the bb30, bottom brackets, which seem notorious for creaking/ clicking; I am hearing slight clicks, but mine come and go and I'm not sure it's the bottom bracket, but plan to check soon! Other than that, it's a great riding bike, very spirited in acceleration and highly responsive. I can't imagine what a CAAD12 must be like!

    • @terbennett
      @terbennett 8 років тому

      I keep hearing about BB30s creaking. I just did 14 crit races this past Spring and just had my BB30/ Hollowgram Si serviced a month ago for the first time since I purchased the bike in Feb. 2015. Bought a Praxis bb adapter and Dura Ace 9000 crankset (my CAAD10 is Dura Ace 9000 everywhere else). Haven't had any issues with my BB30 whatsoever. Just serviced because it was abused, but it's been very reliable otherwise. I have to admit that I have always used Shimanos on previous race bikes and NEVER had to nor felt the need to service the bottom bracket. So far, the BB30 on my CAAD10 is performing fine. The Praxis Dura Ace will have to wait a bit longer.

  • @moritzschrom8527
    @moritzschrom8527 8 років тому

    just bought a caad12 with an ultegra in the supercool red color. will edit this comment when i had my first rides in with it.
    first impression is just mindblowing. such a beautiful bike.

    • @jdr4307
      @jdr4307 5 років тому +1

      Any comments

    • @jdr4307
      @jdr4307 5 років тому +1

      You never edited

  • @acheronexad
    @acheronexad 8 років тому

    Thanks a lot for all the info in your videos. Helped me decide on my new bike. Got a caad10 from 2015 with sram force. Awesome bike. Thanks for the advice!

  • @venntim1234
    @venntim1234 8 років тому +3

    Regarding wheels: do you really have to replace rim-braked wheels every 5000 kms? I've ridden mine for tens of thousands and still going strong. Of course, cyclocross/commuting is another thing.

  • @alphalobster8021
    @alphalobster8021 8 років тому +1

    Check out the ROSE Xeon RS. Absolutely superb too.

  • @auroradanes1557
    @auroradanes1557 8 років тому +1

    Could you do a comparison of the Synapse to the CAAD? I've been thinking about getting one and it seems the Synapse would be ideal for me as I ride mostly paved trails working torts my first century but see videos of people doing it on "race" bikes all the time so I'm not really sure. Also aren't the CAAD 10's "women" bikes and the 12's the men? Is there a difference between women and men's bikes other than reach ? Thanks

    • @cannondany
      @cannondany  8 років тому

      I've made an episode on this topic here: ua-cam.com/video/LVS_Rp6TwIc/v-deo.html
      The Synapse will be more comfortable and you can do centuries on it for sure! CAAD12 is in fact men specific, having larger reach, but also different saddle and bars. There won't be maybe so much of a difference in terms of the geometry between CAAD12 and women's CAAD10, but changing the saddle and the bars to a narrower and perhaps more compact can be expensive too. I'm not sure about the cranks arms, but you may have a 170 mm long ones on women specific models, comparing to 172,5 mm on most of the CAAD12 bikes. Hope it was helpful!

  • @chromosom9509
    @chromosom9509 8 років тому +1

    Disk brakes are the component manufactures response to attempt and develop a solution to the problem of carbon rims. Weather its tubular or clincher, from melting by overheating and begin to deform or melt the adhesive glue during excessive braking causing the tubular tire to slip off the rim or the brake calipers to deform the rim making the clincher offset from the groove seat and bead that when descending on a turn may slip off causing you to fall and have an accident. Thats why you see competitors fall in the Tour de France.

    • @wayneproud2822
      @wayneproud2822 8 років тому

      Don-York this is not completely true, tubulars are far more resistant to heat as they have no presure applied when the rim is hot, + clinchers usaully have the brake surface on the unsupported hook for the bead, whilst tubulars are supported by the surface the tyre glues too. i only run tubulars on my bikes.

  • @teleotto
    @teleotto 7 років тому

    Just read about someone fitting 28mm Conti GpII`s on Caad 10. Read that this is impossible on the Caad 12... If they fix this, I might consider it, but I`m happy on the old Evo.

  • @fahrradra6856
    @fahrradra6856 9 років тому +3

    I still like the caad8 105 ;) this year it's red

    • @cannondany
      @cannondany  9 років тому +1

      +Fahr Rad Yeah, it is a lovely one. I had CAAD8 with Sora/Tiagra components for 2012 and I loved it!

  • @FenixYuk
    @FenixYuk 8 років тому

    seems to me that cannondale in 2017 re-position its alloy lines of bike as the lower end product....or they just cut corners to the bone....if you look at the list, now all alloy bikes across the board has capped at ultegra/force group set

  • @DAlexKablack
    @DAlexKablack 6 років тому

    Gonna go with Trek's short lived aluminum Madone series as the best aluminum race bike, those puppies are stiff, perfect starter bike for a crit racer

  • @kevinlandrum1961
    @kevinlandrum1961 Рік тому

    I have a ten. I would love to upgrade to disk brakes. I have Durace on my Ten

  • @lucarusso7915
    @lucarusso7915 6 років тому

    Any sizing recommendation for this frame. Is it true that cannondale are sizing differently than other manufacturers? Thanks

  • @gijopeter
    @gijopeter 8 років тому +1

    Will it be a bad idea to have custom built CAAD12 with Tiagra group set (due to budget limit). I know it is a bit of injustice to such a great frame set :). Would be great if somebody can share their opinion

    • @frederickstaana1269
      @frederickstaana1269 8 років тому

      +Gijo PP try to wait a bit more and save for an Ultegra

    • @TEIS3210
      @TEIS3210 8 років тому +1

      I would stick to caad 8... Caad 12 frame with tiagra group is just meh... Its feels to me like buying a ferrari and fit a volkswagen engine into it:p

    • @gijopeter
      @gijopeter 8 років тому +2

      Thanks guys. Finally I bought CAAD12 105 disc. According to the dealer it is the first CAAD12 in India :)

    • @TEIS3210
      @TEIS3210 8 років тому +1

      +Gijo PP good choice i have the exact Same bike its awesome :)

  • @thisnameisit
    @thisnameisit 8 років тому

    Hi there nice vid, how is tyre clearance on the CAAD 10 , can you get 25mm on no issues thanks Sean

    • @josevargas1189
      @josevargas1189 6 років тому

      Sean Flynn, I just installed 25mm gatorskin tires on my Caad 10. Fits perfectly, no rubs and still had a bit more clearance. Don’t think 28mm will fit though.

  • @NeedSpeedRC
    @NeedSpeedRC 8 років тому

    Great information. I'm seriously considering a CAAD12 Ultegra or Red. Do you have a preference between Shimano Ultegra or SRAM RED?

    • @cannondany
      @cannondany  8 років тому +1

      I prefer the shifting system of Shimano levers, but in my opinion SRAM has better quality. I'd go for SRAM.

  • @martin.B777
    @martin.B777 9 років тому

    Thanks for sharing! I've heard that you essentially get "only" 5-year warranty on an aluminum frame, because the lifetime of the material has been determined to be about 5 years. Can you confirm this?

    • @cannondany
      @cannondany  9 років тому +2

      +Martin R. No, it is still lifetime :) www.cannondale.com/USA/Bike/ProductFamily?Id=be69932e-bbe8-4f5c-9a1d-b3a386243e89

  • @MichaelRenardson
    @MichaelRenardson 8 років тому

    Would love to have one as a crit bike so that when I lay it down I won't crack my carbon frame (colnago c50 2007) however black inc is not available in UK. Do you know if this will change or if I could get one shipped over?

    • @terbennett
      @terbennett 8 років тому

      Not sure if you can get one imported to the UK, but the Black Inc is being discontinued for 2017. I'm thinking it has to do with two factors: 1. Cannondale still has a lot of them in stock and 2. The introduction of Dura Ace 9100. They retail for over double the cost of the Ultegra model. They are truly special bikes, but most CAAD12 buyers aren't looking at all of the specs. The Black Inc version, actually cost more than many Super Six Evo models.

  • @prime8nate
    @prime8nate 8 років тому

    What is the reason for getting an aluminum frame instead of carbon on a road bike you plan to race? Maybe the stiffness? Durability?

    • @cannondany
      @cannondany  8 років тому +1

      +David Pearl Price and durability. Moreover, the high quality alloy frames are much more compliant today, than even 5 ears ago.

    • @prime8nate
      @prime8nate 8 років тому

      I'll see if I can test ride one of these. See how it compares to carbon.

  • @NewbArchitect
    @NewbArchitect 8 років тому

    hello cannondany, im wondering if you could give opinion on upgrading from a current CAAD9 user. it is quite harsh but i've had this for over 5 years now and still love it. just curious if its worth buying the caad 12 frame only and moving components over? or maybe making my caad9 a commuter? thanks guy!

    • @cannondany
      @cannondany  8 років тому

      Hi there, you're kind of between two different project, right? Having a commuter bike or racing CAAD12 with older components... CAAD12 is super compliant, but with an aggressive geometry, not really suitable for commuting. Your CAAD9 bike is very durable and worthy ANY upgrades, so carbon bars and seatpost would be a good idea. It would also be nice to buy some wider tires, but I'm not sure, whether CAAD9 takes 28c. Double bar tape and good saddle make a huge difference too. On the other hand, if you were to buy CAAD12 frameset, it requires some BB30 cranks. I would rather go and rebuild the older one. Cheers!

    • @NewbArchitect
      @NewbArchitect 8 років тому

      +cannondany hello, well I have upgraded components on caad9 and run 25mm. I want to have this as dedicated commuter. the reason I consider caad12 is because the new technology in seat and chainstay. more comfortable I believe? but want your opinion if it's worth getting this as a dedicated, more long distance and racing bike?

    • @etobiCRACKscorpions
      @etobiCRACKscorpions 8 років тому

      I have put about 1100km on my CAAD12 and so far my longest ride is 76km. I don't know if this is the best long distance bike but this is my first roadbike so perhaps it is just my skill level.

  • @nightfly222
    @nightfly222 8 років тому

    Going to order a CAAD12 105 next week hoping to get it first or second week of April. Let you know the results.

    • @jdr4307
      @jdr4307 5 років тому

      So what was it like?

  • @pheoix
    @pheoix 8 років тому

    So the geometry and frame material is the same? I think I'm going with a used caad10 then. Thanks for the info.

    • @cannondany
      @cannondany  8 років тому

      The only thing I don't like about my CAAD 10 is the cable routing - see my episode on that.

    • @terbennett
      @terbennett 8 років тому

      I can attest to this. My CAAD10 is a 2015 model, and I am about to replace my rear brake cable for a second time because of this. However, pre 2014 models have external rear brake cables, so if you're buying used, I'd get a 2011-2013 with anodized frame. That's the 1150 gram frame model due to it not having paint. Painted frames are about 200 grams heavier.

  • @andresduranco
    @andresduranco 8 років тому

    Would you recommend the CAAD 12 for a beginner? DO you recommend changing the mid compact crankset to a compact?

    • @AngelValdovinos
      @AngelValdovinos 8 років тому

      +Andrés Durán standard crankset look better

    • @cannondany
      @cannondany  8 років тому

      +Andrés Durán Yes, I run compact myself.

  • @edwardtang1977
    @edwardtang1977 8 років тому +1

    how wide a tire can CAAD12 take? really considering it but I ride in parks with different pavements. It has to be 28 or 32 to feel comfortable. Otherwise it is like fighting the floor all day.

    • @cannondany
      @cannondany  8 років тому +2

      It should take up to 28 mm wide tires.

    • @jaseheff5022
      @jaseheff5022 8 років тому +2

      I have a CAAD 12 105 disc brake model. I used Continental GP 4000 28s and they are too wide for the rear chain stay and rub, no problem on the front. I have not tried any other tyre make

    • @pitchingwedge1
      @pitchingwedge1 8 років тому

      I fit continental 28's no problem whatsoever on my caad 12 ultegra disc. Hmmm

    • @yoda112358
      @yoda112358 7 років тому

      A lot of that will depend on the internal rim width of your wheels

    • @atomicscott2
      @atomicscott2 7 років тому

      i use Conti Ultra Sport II, 28mm. They fit just fine. I am sure Gatorskins will clear as well

  • @inspector3485
    @inspector3485 8 років тому

    hi cannondany, I m gonna buy caad12 but I m little bit confused about sizing I m 185cm tall and 86 cm inside leg should i buy 56 or 58 thanks.

    • @TEIS3210
      @TEIS3210 8 років тому

      Im 1:90 and the guy in the shop told me to buy a size 60... I tried both but liked the 58 better... Its more comfortable for me to have a slightly smaller frame. So its personal prefference really... Try both and buy the one that feels the most comfortable.

  • @bayusetyoadi6093
    @bayusetyoadi6093 6 років тому

    Which better cannondale caad12, specialized allez sprint, or giant tcr slr??,,hopefully u answer my question,,thnks

  • @averagedude5566
    @averagedude5566 9 років тому

    Hi Dany
    Im about to by my second roadbike
    Im considering this 3 options and will love your help...
    CAAD 12 105 (1600)
    CAAD 12 105 disc brakes (1800)
    CAAD 12 ultegra (2100)
    Super Six Evo 105 (2100)
    I'll apreciate if you suggest me some other choices
    Thanks for your help!!!

    • @cannondany
      @cannondany  8 років тому

      +Jean Michell Mendoza Perez What's up Jean! The CAAD12 Ultegra DISC would be my choice. Whatever wheels you're gonna use in the future, this one will brake like crazy.

  • @Instramark
    @Instramark 8 років тому

    Great vid, very helpful, thanks so much!

    • @cannondany
      @cannondany  8 років тому

      +Instramark Thank you for watching!

  • @ignaciogps
    @ignaciogps 5 років тому

    Caad 10 Ultegra + Campy Bullet USB wheels since 2012. Difficult to beat. Caad 12 seat post and chainrings look strange. I would rather stay with the very fast Caad 10

  • @ricardoluizturatto8437
    @ricardoluizturatto8437 9 років тому

    Nice job Dany!
    I also have a CAAD10 and just love it, not even thinking about changing it…
    In your personal opinion, would you trade your CAAD10 for a CAAD12? I can see big improvements… for better or maybe for worst..

    • @cannondany
      @cannondany  9 років тому +2

      +Ricardo Luiz Turatto What's up Ricardo! No, I don't feel like I wanted to replace my CAAD10 with the newest model. I'm the kind of guy, who's pretty much attached to what he has. My Killer won't be replaced for FSI either. But CAAD12 is definitely an awesome bike! Cheers!

    • @alexdejong2533
      @alexdejong2533 9 років тому

      +Ricardo Luiz Turatto hello Ricardo,i have now also the caad 12.
      its better in more comfort and the discbrakes are awesome ,so there some good improvements.
      it rides even better then the caad 10.
      gr lex

    • @ricardoluizturatto8437
      @ricardoluizturatto8437 9 років тому

      +alex de jong Hello Alex, I´m glad you liked it!
      Ride safe!

    • @cannondany
      @cannondany  9 років тому

      alex de jong Good to hear that!

  • @ronaldomartinsdossantos8282
    @ronaldomartinsdossantos8282 5 місяців тому

    I love my Caad 8, i love Cannondale.

  • @Niidea1986
    @Niidea1986 8 років тому +1

    they can claim all day that they skipped 11 because of improvement but I am absolutely sure they did it because 11 is too similar to 2 in Roman numbers

    • @portugezemonster
      @portugezemonster 6 років тому

      i think it's because caad11 sounds like "cadel evan"... and he is/ was sponsored by BMC

  • @barefeg
    @barefeg 8 років тому

    how do I buy the frameset only?

    • @cannondany
      @cannondany  8 років тому

      +Prastt Find your nearest Cannondale dealer.

  • @samuellambert8919
    @samuellambert8919 7 років тому +6

    you have interesting but videos but i would like to give some advice. Make them SHORTER. ofcourse by preparing and cutting what you are going to say by giving some conclusions. try to use more intonation in your voice and you could talk quicker because you talk in the tempo of a live commentary. just some critics for improvement. other than that keep up the good work :)

  • @sustainf
    @sustainf 2 роки тому

    Caliper rim brakes any day! Caad 12 is a great bike!

  • @paolopetrozzi2213
    @paolopetrozzi2213 Рік тому

    Yes, let's talk about "Cannndl" bike, right?

  • @PowerStrokeJavi
    @PowerStrokeJavi 9 років тому +1

    I just purchase the caad12 105 disc I love it go to my channel I made video of her

    • @cannondany
      @cannondany  9 років тому +1

      +PowerStrokeharvie Nice one, and the SuperSix too.

    • @PowerStrokeJavi
      @PowerStrokeJavi 9 років тому +1

      +cannondany thanks the supersix is for the wife's

    • @cannondany
      @cannondany  9 років тому +1

      PowerStrokeharvie Have fun riding them!

    • @TEIS3210
      @TEIS3210 8 років тому

      I have the same! It looks so awesome with the blue accents in the mat black frame! Discs are really nice 2