Got a used CAAD12 105 Disc as my first road bike 3 years ago. Since then I upgraded the wheelset, that's it. I've also tried a few newer bikes and haven't seen a reason to upgrade. This truly is an amazing bike even today. If you can find a good condition used CAAD12, just buy it. You won't find better bang for buck.
Have a Caad12 Ultegra Rim Brake sz 52. Swapped the Mavic Askiums for Hunt Race Aero Alloys, tried Schwalbe 28's but they rubbed the calipers, back to GP5000's with lightweight tubes. Lighter seatpost, saddle, and handlebar and it's down to 15lbs 2oz. All for under $2,000.
Yes a huge difference! Even though CAAD12 is Alloy, it rides better and it’s lighter than many carbon bikes out there. If you plan on upgrading from Evo to CAAD12 Disc go for it. You can’t go wrong with either one.
I've got the CAADX Ultegra alternative... It's my bikepacking bike. Rotor oval chainrings (52/36 and 11-32), CBear bottom bracket, ceramicspeed OSPW and Prime RR50 disc clinchers with 700-28 Michelin Endurance tires. Great highway bike, gets me through Canadian Rockies and Cascades nicely and gets me going right fast on the prairies! I do have a SuperSix soo the CAAD series was an automatic look for me... 😁😁😁
I've tried both this and the Supersix Evo at my local Cannondale Dealer. Both felt agile and they feel spot on. The Size 54 frame suits to my size and it worked out for me. Will plan to buy it in the near future.
What about that colour though??? After some research, some love it, some hate it and I have been searching for months now but no bike shop seems to stock the deep purple... Maybe a good reason for that???
The TROLL. Well good question; there are possible instances of the big 'C' not being keen on honouring the warranty when bikes have developed cracks and the owner has used the bike on a static trainer. For more info search the interwebs. Personally i would like some deffinative words from them of warranty inclusions / exclusions.
Hi, If you're looking at a CAAD 12/13 your height would put you comfortably on a 54, the 52 may be a little small for you. If you're looking at any other models I'd suggest checking the sizing for that model, check out www.tredz.co.uk and we've usually got specific sizing charts for each model.
The Americans spell it wrong. Sir Humphry Davy made a bit of a mess of naming this new element, at first spelling it alumium (this was in 1807) then changing it to aluminum, and finally settling on aluminium in 1812. His classically educated scientific colleagues preferred aluminium right from the start, because it had more of a classical ring, and chimed harmoniously with many other elements whose names ended in -ium, like potassium, sodium, and magnesium, all of which had been named by Davy.
Heavy and slow ? Sorry but I disagree. I have Mavic Wheels on my CAAD12 and I absolutely love them! Light, smooth and fast! Never had any flats on my long rides. Great for climbing as well.
I obviously have. From the Metron 40’s to Cosmic Pro Carbon and many more. Besides Vision, Mavic is one of the best wheels you can ever have on The CAAD12 or even The Evo.
Got a used CAAD12 105 Disc as my first road bike 3 years ago. Since then I upgraded the wheelset, that's it. I've also tried a few newer bikes and haven't seen a reason to upgrade. This truly is an amazing bike even today. If you can find a good condition used CAAD12, just buy it. You won't find better bang for buck.
The Caad's are iconic aluminum bikes. Fantastic bike.
Have a Caad12 Ultegra Rim Brake sz 52. Swapped the Mavic Askiums for Hunt Race Aero Alloys, tried Schwalbe 28's but they rubbed the calipers, back to GP5000's with lightweight tubes. Lighter seatpost, saddle, and handlebar and it's down to 15lbs 2oz. All for under $2,000.
Love my CAAD12 Ultegra! Such an amazing bike! Well done Cannondale.
Ozzy will I notice a difference in ride quality between my 2012 supersix evo hi mod and the card 12 disc
Yes a huge difference! Even though CAAD12 is Alloy, it rides better and it’s lighter than many carbon bikes out there. If you plan on upgrading from Evo to CAAD12 Disc go for it. You can’t go wrong with either one.
Just purchased the CAADX Ultegra in that same deep purple. Pick it up tomorrow. Pretty stoked.
You'll love the colour, so nice!
So what do you think of the colour?? I haven't seen one in real life, and I'm having trouble deciding. I really don't want another black bike...
@@moi7748 I love it, especially in the sun. It is pretty stunning. Later today (hopefully) I will try to get some pictures of it outside.
I can attest that this frame is legit especially. Will smooth out bumps unbelievably well. I was amazed. Great geo aswell! Super racey!
I've got the CAADX Ultegra alternative... It's my bikepacking bike. Rotor oval chainrings (52/36 and 11-32), CBear bottom bracket, ceramicspeed OSPW and Prime RR50 disc clinchers with 700-28 Michelin Endurance tires. Great highway bike, gets me through Canadian Rockies and Cascades nicely and gets me going right fast on the prairies! I do have a SuperSix soo the CAAD series was an automatic look for me... 😁😁😁
I've tried both this and the Supersix Evo at my local Cannondale Dealer. Both felt agile and they feel spot on.
The Size 54 frame suits to my size and it worked out for me. Will plan to buy it in the near future.
How tall are you? I’m not sure about the size since each and every bike’s sizes are different. I’m considering both 52 and 54 for the CAAD12
Planning to buy this bike this yr!
Lots of word hype and very little content. Sales pitch only, disappointed.
What about that colour though??? After some research, some love it, some hate it and I have been searching for months now but no bike shop seems to stock the deep purple... Maybe a good reason for that???
Compared to the Trek Emonda ALR 5. Which is better?
What is the stand over height?
what is a "light"? I just can not find the weight of the Cannondale Caad 12 Dura Ace Disc 2018
about 17 lbs.
Just built a 2019 Dura Ace for a buddy of mine. With pedals his size 56 came out to 16.7 pounds. Can't wait to see it when he decides to upgrade it
How can i get my hands on a fork like that ?
Whats the tire clearance'? Thanks
What is the weight of this bike ?
Do Cannondale allow the use of CAAD12 frames in turbo trainers as indicated in the video?
paul stephens why shouldnt they????
The TROLL. Well good question; there are possible instances of the big 'C' not being keen on honouring the warranty when bikes have developed cracks and the owner has used the bike on a static trainer. For more info search the interwebs. Personally i would like some deffinative words from them of warranty inclusions / exclusions.
will a 28mm tire fit on the CAAD12 size 44?
Hi, It should fit fine, you probably wouldn't want to go much wider if you're running rim brakes though.
What clearance of 28c tyre? I don't know a single person who has been able to fit a 28c on the rear without rubbing.
etobiCRACKscorpions Funny I have 28mm on front and rear, no problem. Simples!
Geoff Morris does it fit 30c?
Can the rim brake options fit 28c tyres?
yes
Lightest aluminum frame on the market.
Nice review.
Sizing Help:
I'm 178 cm (5ft10") with 83 cm (32,5) inseam. Saddle height is at 73 cm from BB. It' s my first real road bike
Size 54 or 52?
Hi, If you're looking at a CAAD 12/13 your height would put you comfortably on a 54, the 52 may be a little small for you. If you're looking at any other models I'd suggest checking the sizing for that model, check out www.tredz.co.uk and we've usually got specific sizing charts for each model.
you are reading, you even ridden???
what is the overall weight of caad 12?
about 8kg
7.4kg for dura ace
@@jontytodd-stewart3908 got mine 7kl with 105gset
Mine is 7kl. Carbon cockpit + novatec jetfly SL rimset. Btw size44cm frameset
What is aluminium?
The Americans spell it wrong. Sir Humphry Davy made a bit of a mess of naming this new element, at first spelling it alumium (this was in 1807) then changing it to aluminum, and finally settling on aluminium in 1812. His classically educated scientific colleagues preferred aluminium right from the start, because it had more of a classical ring, and chimed harmoniously with many other elements whose names ended in -ium, like potassium, sodium, and magnesium, all of which had been named by Davy.
It’s like bronzee or goldie only made of aluminiumy
The correct pronunciation of the word used by the rest of the world
Sorry, but the Mavics are terrible! Please put better wheels on your bikes. Hated them on my Caad 12. Heavy and slow.
also put compact cranks on there bikes 50/34
Heavy and slow ? Sorry but I disagree. I have Mavic Wheels on my CAAD12 and I absolutely love them! Light, smooth and fast! Never had any flats on my long rides. Great for climbing as well.
You obviously have never experienced a really good wheelset! I love the Caad 12 itself but quality wheels make it come alive!
I obviously have. From the Metron 40’s to Cosmic Pro Carbon and many more. Besides Vision, Mavic is one of the best wheels you can ever have on The CAAD12 or even The Evo.
I changed the wheels and upped the ratio to a 53/39 spider ring, nows its as fast as my EVO HiMOd :)
...did Cannondale write this dialogue... it comes off an an ad. I don't hear a single critical statement!
Hi Nick, it is not designed as a critique of the bike, it is an overview of the range and the key features.