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Cannondale F4 Bike - 2009
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Cannondale F4 Bike - 2009

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Nimble, gnarly and not about to take the back wheel to any competitor, the Cannondale F4 hardtail bike has plenty of performance and attitude.

  • T6061 aluminum Caffeine frame with oversized seatstays is quick, responsive and rugged enough to stand up to demanding rides
  • HeadShok Super Fatty suspension fork takes the bone rattling out of off-roading with its 80mm of travel; lockout is easy to access on the go
  • Shimano Deore and SRAM X-7 derailleurs perform smoothly as you shift through the full 27-speed drivetrain with the snappy SRAM X-5 trigger shifters
  • Avid Juicy 3 hydraulic disc brakes deliver excellent stopping power with their 160mm rotors
  • Rolls right on Formula DC20/22 hubs laced up with DT Swiss spokes to Jalco X320 rims; Kenda Nevegal foldable tires take care of traction

After its initial break-in period you might notice your bicycle performing less responsively than the day you brought it home. Not to worry, this is typical of all new bicycles and simply reflects that cables have stretched or their housings have seated themselves into final position. To keep running at peak performance, all REI bicycles come with a FREE warranty tune-up, which should be accomplished between the first 100-200 miles of riding or after the first two months if you're accumulating miles less quickly. Contact your nearest REI bike shop for details and an appointment for this important service.

Made in USA.

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Cannondale F4 Bike - 2009 Specs

Specification

Description

FrameT6061 aluminum
ForkHeadShok Super Fatty w/ DL 80mm travel
CranksetShimano FC-M442, 44/32/22
Bottom bracketShimano Octalink
ShiftersSRAM X-5 Trigger
Front derailleurShimano Deore
Rear derailleurSRAM X-7
Rear cogsShimano HG50 11-34, 9-speed
BrakesAvid Juicy 3, 160mm rotors
Brake leversAvid Juicy 3
RimsJalco X320, 32 hole
Front hubFormula DC 20/22
Rear hubFormula DC 20/22
SpokesDT Swiss
TiresKenda Nevegal, 26x2.1
HandlebarCannondale C3
StemCannondale XC3 HeadShok, 31.8mm
Seat postKalloy SP-359
SaddleCannondale C02
PedalsWellgo alloy platform
HeadsetCannondale HeadShok Si
ChainShimano 9-speed
GenderUnisex
Bike weightWhy we don't provide weights

Cannondale F4 Bike - 2009 Customer Reviews

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Cannondale F4 Bike - 2009
 
4.3

(based on 3 reviews)

100%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Handles well (3)
  • Lightweight (3)

Cons

    Best Uses

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      Dec

      28

      2008

      (7 of 7 customers found this review helpful)

       
      4.0

      2008 F4

      By kmstorm64

      from San Mateo, CA

      About Me Casual Cyclist

      Pros

      • Great Components
      • Handles Well
      • Lightweight
      • Smooth Ride
      • Versatile

      Cons

        Best Uses

          Comments about Cannondale F4 Bike - 2009:

          I bought a 2008 F4. Some of the Pro's: light weight (I have an X frame and it is lighter than my GF's XS bike we bought the same day, her's is a different brand). I like that the head shock is adjustable from the riding position, easy to use, it also seems to handle well. Shifts very well, without the clunkyness of cheaper componets.

          Con's: I found that the seat post had a tendency to slide back into the frame. To fix this I ended up really torqueing the screw in place to prevent this from happening further. Brakes: while the brakes work well they do have a tendency to squeel. After 10 months it hasn't gone away. The seat is not really comfortable. I plan on swapping that out. All of the con's were thing's I had seen by other reviewers on other websites and I agree with them. Overall I really enjoy the bike. I tested different well known brands, at several shops. The Cannondale F4 was the first one I got on and it felt like it fit me right from the start. I am 6'2" and weigh around 220. I use this bike for some light off road stuff, and as ride to work with it 2-4 times a week depending on weather. Cannondale still makes frames in the US, lower end one's are made some where else. This one was made outside of the US. As for the 2009 I could not say.

          With any bike test it before you buy it, test several and go to different shops. Don't buy on price alone.

          Service and delivery comments:

          Delivery was ahead of schedule, set up went well. The tech at the store was helpful and toook the time to answer all of my questions. He even took the time to show me how to pull the wheels and make adjustments. Very helpful.

          • Gift:
          • No

          Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

          (7 of 7 customers found this review helpful)

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          Jul

          23

          2009

          (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

           
          5.0

          Cannondale F4

          By KristopherBuck

          from Troy, Ohio

          About Me Casual Cyclist

          Site Member

          Pros

          • Good Geometry
          • Handles Well
          • Lightweight

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • Trail Riding
            • Urban Riding

            Comments about Cannondale F4 Bike - 2009:

            I have been looking to upgrade my 2001 sporting goods store MTB (Diamondback) for about a year. I recently began pulling my 1 and 3 year old children in a dual trailer. Both bicycle and trailer were needing replacement.

            I researched different bicycles and found what I wanted in this bicycle (hydraulic disc brakes, lockout (easy lockout verses difficult) of the front shock, weight and size). I sized this bicycle verses more so then the last, and I think this made a huge difference.

            It fit my pricepoint given that I was upgrading the trailer (to a Chariot), too. I am able to effectively double my mileage. I have yet to venture on moderate singletrack, but the F4 is working out great.

            The only con is the seat (seems common). I will give it this summer and replace it in the fall if I am finding I don't like it.

            I will probably get a second set of wheels for paved riding to decrease the rolling resistance of the knobbies (it sounds like a semi on the interstate).

            • Gift:
            • No

            Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

            (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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            Jan

            25

            2009

            (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

             
            4.0

            Great Bike

            By iflyprops

            from Atlanta, GA

            About Me Avid Cyclist

            Pros

            • Great Components
            • Handles Well
            • Lightweight
            • Rugged
            • Smooth Ride

            Cons

            • Flimsy Pedals

            Best Uses

            • Casual Trails
            • Single Track

            Comments about Cannondale F4 Bike - 2009:

            I bought a 2009 model in Black from my local bike store about a month ago and have been riding it on local trails at least 3 times a week since. It has performed very well. The shifting is excellent, the brakes are great and I find it very comfortable. Other than having it tuned up a few days ago the only thing I have done to it (besides the normal cleaning/lubing) is to add a chain slap guard to the frame. I highly recommend this bike to anyone looking for a well build,[...]hardtail.

            • Gift:
            • No

            Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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