Cannondale CAAD8 Sora 7 Bike
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With a lightest-in-class frame, forgiving Heads-Up Race geometry, CAAD10-derived tube shapes and that unmistakable Cannondale feel, CAAD8 Sora 7 offers race performance in an entry-level road bike.
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Wheel Size
700c
Number of Gears
18 gear(s)
- Racy handling but with a comfortable riding position
- Cannondale Aluminum crafting and CAAD10 DNA puts it in a class of its own; features Sora components
- Proven, sharp-handling race geometry with a slightly taller head tube (+1.5cm) offers a more relaxed riding position
- Optimized chainstay and seatstay shaping provides lateral rigidity while providing vertical compliance for bump absorption and comfort with no loss in power transfer
- Cannondale trademark double-pass smooth weld technology eliminates the stress-risers and weak points found on traditionally welded frames, enabling a lighter, stronger frame
- Like their premium race bikes, driveside chain is oversized and reshaped to better handle the drivetrain loads, while keeping the non-drive stay svelte for weight savings
- Excess material is precisely machined out of the low-stress areas of the head tube, saving significant weight with no loss of strength
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Imported.
This bike comes with Coast to Coast Support, which includes:
New bikes go through a normal break-in period, after which they should be readjusted. All bicycles sold at REI include free adjustments for one year after purchase date—as many times as you need. Included: derailleur and brake adjustments, lateral wheel truing, hub and headset bearing adjustments, tire inflation and chain lubrication. Not included: replacement or installation of new components or accessories, any other services. Call your local REI Co-op Bike Shop for more information.
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New bikes go through a normal break-in period, after which they should be readjusted. All bicycles sold at REI include free adjustments for one year after purchase date—as many times as you need. Included: derailleur and brake adjustments, lateral wheel truing, hub and headset bearing adjustments, tire inflation and chain lubrication. Not included: replacement or installation of new components or accessories, any other services. Call your local REI Co-op Bike Shop for more information.
| Best Use | Road Cycling |
|---|---|
| Frame | CAAD8, Optimized 6061 alloy, SAVE, BSA |
| Fork | Cannondale Ultra, Carbon blades, 1-1/8" |
| Bike Suspension | No Suspension |
| Crankset | FSA Vero 50/34 |
| Bottom Bracket | FSA 68mm BSA |
| Shifters | Shimano Sora 3500 |
| Front Derailleur | Shimano Sora 3500, 31.8mm clamp |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano Sora 3500 |
| Rear Cogs | Shimano HG50-9, 12-27, 9-speed |
| Number of Gears | 18 gear(s) |
| Brake Type | Rim |
| Brakes | Cannondale C4, dual pivot, cartridge pad |
| Brake Levers | Shimano Sora 3500 |
| Rims | Maddux RS 3.0, 32h |
| Front Hub | Cannondale C4 |
| Rear Hub | Cannondale C4 |
| Wheel Size | 700c |
| Tires | Schwalbe Lugano, 700x25c |
| Tire Width | 25 millimeters |
| Handlebar Shape | Drop Bar |
| Handlebar | Cannondale C4 Compact, 6061 alloy |
| Stem | Cannondale C4, 31.8, 6 deg. |
| Seat Post | Cannondale C4, Alloy, 27.2 x 300mm |
| Saddle | Cannondale Stage Ergo |
| Headset | Tange Seiki Integrated, 25mm top cap |
| Chain | KMC X99 |
| Weight | 26 pounds |
| Bike Weight | Bike weight is based on median size, as sold, or the average of two median sizes. |
| Gender | Men's |
Cannondale Bikes (123287)
| 56 CM | 58 CM | |
|---|---|---|
| Reach | 390 | 395 |
| Stack | 573 | 592 |
| Effective Top Tube | 560 | 575 |
| Standover Height | 806 | 826 |
| Head Tube Length | 170 | 190 |
| Head Tube Angle (degrees) | 73 | 73.5 |
| Seat Tube Angle (degrees) | 73.5 | 73 |
| Wheelbase | 993 | 1000 |
| Chainstay | 408 | 408 |
| Fork Offset | 45 | 45 |
Sizing Notes
Measurements are stated in millimeters unless otherwise indicated.
How we measure bikes
- Standover Height Standover Height is a measurement from the ground to the top of the top tube, measured at the midpoint of the top tube.
- Reach Reach is the horizontal distance from the center of the cranks to the center of the head tube, measured at head tube level.
- Stack Stack is the vertical distance from the center of the cranks to the center of the head tube, measured to the top of the head tube.
- Effective Top Tube Effective top tube is the distance from the center of the head tube to the center of the seat tube/seat post, measured parallel to the ground.
- Seat Tube Center to Top Seat Tube length is the measurement of the seat tube, from the center of the cranks to the top of the seat tube.
- Head Tube Length Head Tube Length is measured from the bottom to the top of the head tube.
- Head Tube Angle Head Tube Angle is the acute angle between the head tube and the ground (measured towards the rear of the bike)
- Seat Tube Angle Seat Tube Angle is the acute angle between the seat tube and the ground (measured towards the rear of the bike).
- Bottom Bracket Height Bottom Bracket Height is a measurement taken vertically from the ground up to the center of the cranks.
- Wheelbase Wheelbase is the measurement from the center of the front axle to the center of the rear axle.
- Chainstay Length Chainstay Length is the measurement from the center of the cranks to the center of the rear axle.
- Fork Offset Fork Offset, or rake, is the distance from the front axle to a line drawn parallel to the center of the head tube or steering axis.