Cannondale Trail SL4 2010 Updated 02/12/11

CannondaleRambo

Hi, I'm new to this forum so please excuse any schoolboy errors anyway here's my bike
It's a Cannondale Trail SL4 2010. It has a 9 speed deore groupset, RST deuce forks. I am pleased with how the bike has performed since I've had it but it's at the point where things are starting to wear out. at the moment I'm looking for new forks and brakes.

thegiantbiker

The rock shox recons are good forks and you can get them for 124 squids over here: http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/2011-RockShox-Recon-Silver-TK-Suspension-Forks-WHITE-/290464893652?pt=UK_sportsleisure_cycling_bikeparts_SR&hash=item43a10e8ad4#ht_2388wt_982

The store has 100% feedback and gets the forks straight from rockshox which is why they're so cheap.

They can be adjusted between 80, 100 and 120mm travel.

Hope this is useful.

CannondaleRambo

thegiantbiker wrote:

The rock shox recons are good forks and you can get them for 124 squids over here: http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/2011-RockShox-Recon-Silver-TK-Suspension-Forks-WHITE-/290464893652?pt=UK_sportsleisure_cycling_bikeparts_SR&hash=item43a10e8ad4#ht_2388wt_982

The store has 100% feedback and gets the forks straight from rockshox which is why they're so cheap.

They can be adjusted between 80, 100 and 120mm travel.

Hope this is useful.

Cheers I will keep those in mind

thegiantbiker

Oh yeah, I forgot to mention, but to change the travel, I think you need to get them serviced, because the travel is adjusted internally.

sheepsteeth

i have ridden one of those and i really liked it, i thought the forks were spot on,

CannondaleRambo

sheepsteeth wrote:

i have ridden one of those and i really liked it, i thought the forks were spot on,

To be honnest I havent had much look with the forks they started to breaking after two months from then they have been on and off which I did find quite disappointing but other than the foks I found the bike really good

007iron

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sheepsteeth

thse are such good looking bikes in the flesh, i was well impressed with the one i rode for a bit.

i really was suprised by how good the fork was, i thought with it being an RST it owuldnt be up to much but it must be one of their better offerings.

jakeeeeeee

liking the bike btw were did u get your pedals from and how much did u pay ?

007iron

jakeeeeeee wrote:

liking the bike btw were did u get your pedals from and how much did u pay ?

Dont no if you are talking to me or mr rambo but if its me

CHAIN RACTION
1 Shimano M520 Clipless SPD Pedals - White
ID: 139490
Unit Price: £18.49

that inc cleats.

Never had one bit of trouble with them also.

jakeeeeeee

oh cheers

CannondaleRambo

The frame's been out of use for a while after I moved to a full suspension. I've now build this back up with spare parts and bits from the full sus, here's the spec and pictures.


Frame: Cannondale Trail SL4 2010
Forks: Rock Shox Tora 302, 130mm Solo Air
Bars: Cannondale C4
Stem: Cannondale C4
Headset: Crane Creek S3 with reducer cups
Grips: Token TK986GA

Front Brake Lever assy: Shimano BR - M595
Front Caliper: Shimano BR - M595
Front disc: Shimano XT
Rear Brake Lever assy: Shimano BR - M595
Rear Caliper: Shimano BR - M595
Rear Disc: Shimano XT
Hoses: Shimano BR - M595


Shifters: Shimano Deore
Front Mech: Shimano Deore
Rear Mech: Shimano Slx
Chain Device: N/A

Seat: Cannondale C4
Seat Post: Cannondale C4
Seat Post Clamp: Cannondale C4

Cranks: Shimano Octalink
Chainring(s): Shimano
Chain: KMC
Cassette: Sram PG950 9 Speed
Pedals: Shitty Plastic
Bottom Bracket: Shimano ES25

Front Wheel:
Rim: Alexrims DP17
Spokes: Black
Hub: Formula DC 20
Tube: Bontrager
Tire: Maxxis Ignitor 2.35 Wire

Back Wheel:
Rim: Alexrims DP17
Spokes: Black
Hub: Formula DC20
Tube: Bontrager
Tire: Panaracer XC Fire Pro 2.1 Folding

I haven't rode the bike properly but I'm looking forward to it.

Lewis A

007iron wrote:

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those pedals realy are bad! reminds me of my old giant!

CannondaleRambo

I have been out a few times on my re-built Cannondale and I have to say it performs a lot better than i was hoping Leaving the forks at a 130mm was a good choice since the bike originally came with a 100mm.
There are still a few more improvements i need to do before i get the bike in fully working condition and that is a new set of wheels as the free hub is not in the best of shape, I need to get the brake hoses cut as they are miles too long, and I also may need a new front mech as the pivots are starting to become a little bit loose.