Cannondale CAAD Optimo 3 Bike
A performance road bike with race-winning DNA, this Cannondale bike thrives on the open road and in competition. The light aluminum frame pairs with a carbon fork for speed, handling and durability.
Key Details
- Lightweight SmartForm C2 alloy frame with full carbon fork
- Premium carbon fork features full carbon fiber construction and a tapered steerer for ultralow weight and maximum steering precision
- Shimano Sora 9-speed shifting
- Promax RC-452 dual pivot brakes
- Elite race geometry is influenced directly from the award-winning CAAD13 bike; CAAD Optimo offers true race handling and optimal body position at all times
- Refined tube profiles, precision butting and double-pass welds create frames that are lighter and ride better than competitors' high-ticket alloy offerings
- Subtle rack and fender mounts expand versatility for commuting/wet-weather training
- CAAD bikes have always been known for their smooth ride; CAAD Optimo features a newly designed SAVE rear triangle to absorb road chatter for better comfort and control
- Includes Wellgo pedals with toe clips and straps (not pictured)
- NOTE: Specs and images are subject to change based on component availability
Imported.
- 1 year of free adjustments (see more below)
- In-store bike assembly
- Pickup in store or curbside
- Bike experts available at 170+ bike shops
- 20% off shop services
- Free tubes with purchase of flat tire repair (Co-op Cycles brand tubes only; tube must be installed at time of purchase)
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 | SmartForm C2 Alloy, SAVE, tapered headtube, fender mounts, 130 x 10 mm QR |
| Bike Suspension | No Suspension |
| Fork | CAAD Optimo Full Carbon, 1-1/8 in. to 1-1/4 in. steerer, fender mounts, 100 x 9 mm QR |
| Crankset | FSA Vero Alloy, 50/34T |
| Bottom Bracket | Cartridge, square taper |
| Shifters | Shimano Sora, 9-speed |
| Front Derailleur | Shimano Sora, 31.8 mm clamp |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano Sora GS |
| Rear Cogs | Shimano HG50, 11-30, 9-speed |
| Number of Gears | 18 gear(s) |
| Brake Type | Rim |
| Brakes | Promax RC-452, dual pivot calipers |
| Brake Levers | Shimano Sora |
| Rims | RS 3.0, 24h front, 28h rear |
| Front Hub | Formula RB-31 |
| Rear Hub | Formula RB-32 |
| Wheel Size | 700c |
| Tires | Vittoria Zaffiro, 700c x 25 mm |
| Tire Width | 25 millimeters |
| Handlebar Shape | Drop Bar |
| Handlebar | 6061 alloy, compact |
| Stem | 6061 alloy, 31.8 mm, 7 deg. |
| Seat Post | Cannondale 4, 6061 alloy, 27.2 x 350 mm |
| Saddle | Cannondale Stage CX |
| Pedals | Wellgo with toe clip and strap |
| Headset | CAAD Optimo, 1-1/8 in. to 1-1/4 in., 25 mm top cap |
| Chain | KMC X9, 9-speed |
| Weight | Unavailable |
| Gender | Unisex |
| 51 CM | 54 CM | 56 CM | 58 CM | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Height Range | 5'5" -5'9" | 5'7" - 5'11" | 5'10" - 6'1" | 6'0" - 6'4" |
| Reach | 37.7 | 38.4 | 39.0 | 39.5 |
| Stack | 53.5 | 55.5 | 57.5 | 59.5 |
| Effective Top Tube | 53.0 | 54.6 | 56.2 | 57.8 |
| Seat Tube Center-Top | 46.7 | 49.5 | 52 | 55 |
| Standover Height | 73.1 | 75.8 | 78.2 | 80.8 |
| Head Tube Length | 12.1 | 14.4 | 16.5 | 18.9 |
| Head Tube Angle (degrees) | 72.6 | 72.6 | 72.6 | 72.6 |
| Seat Tube Angle (degrees) | 74 | 73.7 | 73.3 | 72.9 |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 26.8 | 27.0 | 27.0 | 27.3 |
| Wheelbase | 98.0 | 99.4 | 100.6 | 101.9 |
| Chainstay | 41.5 | 41.5 | 41.5 | 41.5 |
| Fork Offset | 4.8 | 4.8 | 4.8 | 4.8 |
Sizing Notes
Measurements are stated in centimeters unless otherwise noted.
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.
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