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Cannondale F5 Bike - 2009

Cannondale F5 Bike - 2009

Item # 780434
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Nimble and not about to take the back wheel to any competitor, the Cannondale F5 hardtail bike is a performance-minded ride that won't bust the bank.

  • Strong T6061 aluminum CO2 SL frame offers a solid, lightweight ride on smooth or bumpy terrain; externally butted headtube improves strength and helps reduce weight
  • RockShox Dart 3 suspension fork boasts 100mm of travel; TurnKey™ lockout is a reliable, simple system with on/off setting and patented blow-off mechanism
  • SRAM drivetrain with FSA cranks delivers smooth, crisp shifts and 27 gears for those long uphill grinds and the more enjoyable downhill pursuits
  • If fate has it that you should need to slow down, Avid BB5 mechanical disc brakes have got you covered
  • Jalco Disc X320 rims are laced up with stainless-steel spokes and outfitted with Kenda Nevegal foldable tires to keep you rollin' right
  • Specs are subject to change

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.

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Item 780434


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Cannondale F5 Bike - 2009 Specs

Specification

Description

FrameT6061 aluminum
ForkRockShox Dart 3 w/ turnkey lockout, 100mm travel
CranksetFSA CK-306TTT, 44/32/22
Bottom bracketFSA TH-7420ST
ShiftersSRAM X-5 Trigger
Front derailleurSRAM X-7
Rear derailleurSRAM X-5
Rear cogsSRAM PG-950, 11-34, 9-speed
BrakesAvid BB5 mechanical disc
Brake leversCannondale XC
RimsJalco Disc X320, 32-hole
Front hubFormula DC20/22
Rear hubFormula DC20/22
SpokesStainless steel
TiresKenda Nevegal, 26 x 2.1
HandlebarCannondale C3 650mm, 20mm rise
StemCannondale XC3 1-1/8'', 31.8mm
Seat postKalloy SP-359
SaddleCannondale CO2
PedalsWellgo alloy platform
HeadsetCannondale Converter
ChainKMC 9-speed

Cannondale F5 Bike - 2009 Customer Reviews

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Cannondale F5 Bike - 2009
 
5.0

(based on 3 reviews)

100%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Great components (3)
  • Handles well (3)
  • Lightweight (3)
  • Smooth ride (3)

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Casual trails (3)
    • Cross country (3)

    Reviewed by 3 customers

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    Jun

    17

    2009

    (3 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

     
    5.0

    Compelling Values, Beauty, and Design

    By Bike Explorer

    from Orange County

    About Me Avid Cyclist

    Pros

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

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Casual Trails
      • Cross Country
      • Free Riding

      Comments about Cannondale F5 Bike - 2009:

      Spent months comparing this Cannondale f5 vs. Gary Fisher's Wahoo and Marlin, plus Specialized and Trek's sub $1,000 bikes. The f5 yields the best in values and beauty. When you ride the f5, you will clearly know why it is Cannondale's best selling model. It is smooth and sleek in road as well as off road riding.

      • Gift:
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      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

      (3 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

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      Aug

      20

      2009

       
      5.0

      Great all around bike for the buck!

      By JAdams

      from Winston-Salem, NC

      About Me Avid Cyclist

      Site Member

      Pros

      • Great Components
      • Handles Well
      • Lightweight
      • Smooth Ride

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Casual Trails
        • Cross Country
        • Single Track

        Comments about Cannondale F5 Bike - 2009:

        My wife and I are avid hikers, we love to hike and take backcountry trips. Wanting to see more and cover more ground in a day we decided to try mountain bikes to help in this endeavor. We researched many brands and rode many bikes, and finally settled on the F5. We absolutely LOVE these bikes good mix of components for the money. We would definitely buy these again and recommend them to all our friends. We now cover 5 times as much ground in a day, problem is now we dont slow down enough to smell the flowers.

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        Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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        Aug

        16

        2009

         
        5.0

        Lightweight and sturdy. Looks sharp.

        By spin_echo

        from Dallas, TX

        About Me Casual Cyclist

        Site Member

        Pros

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

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Casual Trails
          • Cross Country
          • Free Riding
          • Single Track

          Comments about Cannondale F5 Bike - 2009:

          Just getting back into mountain biking after 15 years away from the sport. I use it on a mix of light single track and trails. The bike is light and responsive. Good components. Also, the "BBQ" finish looks awesome (If the CIA were looking for a mountain bike for a clandestine nighttime operation, this would be it). Stock saddle is terrible, plan on replacing it (this seems to apply to most mountain bikes).

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          Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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