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Cannondale F5 Cannondale

Cannondale F5

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Frame - Furio-X
Fork - Rock Shox Dart 2 , 80 mm


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| mhmendez   review added November 26, 2008
ProsGreat components for the price. I got it at REI and for the same components on a Trek this bike was $100 cheaper. Plus i got mine in matte black so it looks awesome
ConsIt is a little heavier but that allows it to take the beating.
VerdictVery good bike and best bike for the price. Other than it being about a pound heavier than the competition its a perfect entry bike. Recommend it to anyone.
Recommended for: First-time buyers
| jberg04   review added October 9, 2008
ProsFor the money, I couldn't find a better deal. Gary Fisher & the Rockhoppers where both substantially more w/ comparible components. For someone new to mt. biking in colorado like myself, it seems to be a great entry level bike.
ConsAfter only a couple of rides, one of the teeth on the front crank shaft chipped off. It was under warranty and replaced by the bikeshop i purchased it from.
VerdictGreat overall mt. bike. Would defintatly recommend.
Recommended for: First-time buyers
| AaronofKent   review added September 2, 2008
ProsThe 2009 is robust and very well equipped.
ConsThe frame is a little heavy (although this really makes you feel sure in it's ability to holdup to wear), and contrary to what the guy says above me, the 2009 is made in Taiwan like the rest.
VerdictAwesome bike, great components, throw some bar ends on it and go tear down a mountain.
Recommended for: Anyone
| Team_Blueeyes   review added July 28, 2008
Pros09's are complete with full SRAM X-7, BB5 Discs, and an upgraded Dart 3 frontend with a lockout feature. I have the XL and suprisingly the fork is where most of the weight appears to be. For $650, who could complain?
ConsNon yet.. Still in the break-in mode.
VerdictGreat setup and won't break the bank.
Recommended for: Value seekers
| pw1972   review added April 20, 2008
ProsSolid frame, cheap price.
ConsLower end components compared to equivalent competitor models. Heavy.
VerdictLocal bike shop lets you try the bikes out for a week before you buy, so for giggles I gave this one a whirl. At a first glance you notice that all the components on this thing are low end, which is not necessary a bad thing, it just usually adds quite a bit of weight compared to higher end components. Add that on top of the already heavy frame though and this thing is a tank. It's a quality bike, but if you're going to be doing any real riding, you can do a lot better in this price range going with a competitors model.
Recommended for: Recreational riders
| real_ale_cannondale   review added March 30, 2008
ProsVery good, stiff frame, nice forks, good componentry, responsive, light.
ConsThe hydraulics can be squeaky, can be some hard chain-slap on quick and rough descents.
VerdictGreat bike, mine is the largest frame (XL) and has Shimano hydraulic brakes which are great in muddy, wet conditions. The bike flows round trails well and is a good climber. Great bike for an upgrade.
Recommended for: Anyone
| mdlv@bellsouth.net   review added August 21, 2007
Prosim a 260lbs and 6'2", this is my first mtb, excelent as an entry level and great relation between quality and product, components ok, great saddle, the suspension perfomance is outstanding
Consi've broked a brake lever (probably bad luck) and it could be better.
Verdictfor sure an excelent otion for begginers, no doubt. go ahead with this.
Recommended for: First-time buyers
| maxmark7   review added April 13, 2007
ProsFrame is super strong, made in USA, saddle is nice, great fork, great shifters, disc brakes are solid, great price, no problems
Consa little on the heavy side
VerdictThis is my first bike, and I love it, I can't stop riding it everywhere.
Recommended for: First-time buyers

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