Thoughts on Cannondale R600 2001

Sakalov

Hi - I'm new to cycling and and looking to buy my first bike. I'd like the experts thoughts on whether or not this is a good deal and a good bike. I'm not going to be a racer and only intend to use the bike for exercise and riding with the family. The price is $995 and here are the specs:

Bicycle Type Road race & triathlon
Sugg Retail $1,410.99
Weight Unspecified
Size 60cm,
Colors Super Black (matte) w/ Black decals,
Frame & Fork
Frame Construction TIG-welded
Frame Tubing Material 6061 T6 aluminum
Fork Brand & Model Cannondale Slice Prodigy
Fork Material Carbon fiber composite w/alloy steerer, unicrown crown
Components
Component Group Road Mix
Brakeset Cannondale Expert Road brakes, Shimano 105 STI Dual Control levers
Shift Levers Shimano 105 STI Dual Control
Front Derailleur Shimano Tiagra
Rear Derailleur Shimano 105 SS
Crankset Cannondale Expert, 39/53 teeth
Pedals Look Keno Carbon
Bottom Bracket Shimano BB-5500
BB Shell Width Unspecified
Rear Cogs 9-speed, 12 - 25 teeth
Chain 1/2 x 3/32"
Seatpost Kalloy SP-263
Saddle Serfas deep grove double density Expert
Handlebar Cinelli Altera
Handlebar Extensions Not included
Handlebar Stem Cannondale
Headset 1" threadless Cane Creek C1
Wheels
Mavic Ksyrium ELITE Rear /Front Wheel
A highly reliable, high-performance, aerodynamic road bike wheel .
The latest materials and technology for great climbing capacity
FTS-L integrated, freewheel mechanism on the hub delivers lightweight strength
Fore drilled spoke holes accommodate 20 (Isopulse) Zicral, straight-pull, bladed spokes
Removable and adjustable, sealed cartridge bearings are easy to maintain

Thanks!

ian_s

This is a 2001 year model - right? or did I misread the title.

$995 sounds way too much (assuming USD) even if it is in as new condition.

Also note it is a standard double which may make hills challenging.

Sakalov

Yes, it is a 2001. What is a standard double? The guy keeps making a big deal about the wheels and pedals being very expensive... Any validity to that? What's a fair price for the bike as described?

redddraggon

$995 is way too much for a 9yr old bike, even if bikes have been upgraded.

Especially when you consider that you can get a new CAAD9 for the same price:

http://aroadbike4u.com/product/cannonda ... 8748-1.htm

unixnerd

Nice bike for it's day. But at best it's worth half what he's after. Personally I'd find something a bit newer for the same money. Look for a Cannondale with a CAAD5 or higher frame.

Sakalov

Thx for the reply's. I greatly appreciate it!