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Compare published geometry, gearing and specifications for up to three bicycles.

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At a glance

Key differences

Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.

  1. Data limitation

    No geometry is recorded for 2008 Cannondale CAAD9 5 and 2009 Cannondale CAAD9 5.

  2. Identity & price

    2008 Cannondale CAAD9 5 had an original MSRP $400 lower than 2009 Cannondale CAAD9 5.

    Original MSRP is the published list price when new, not today’s used-bike value.

Gearing comparison

Lower gears help on climbs. Higher gears suit higher speeds.

RPM

RPM = pedal turns per minute.

2008 Cannondale CAAD9 553/39T · 12–25T · 10-speed
Lowest1.56:1Highest4.42:1Total range283%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gear11.0 mphHighest gear31.1 mph

Uses front tire 700C×23; rear size isn’t listed.

2009 Cannondale CAAD9 553/39T · 12–25T · 10-speed
Lowest1.56:1Highest4.42:1Total range283%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gear11.0 mphHighest gear31.1 mph

Uses front tire 700C×23; rear size isn’t listed.

How it works

Ratio = front teeth ÷ rear teeth. Hub gears also include the hub’s internal ratio. A 400% range means the highest ratio is four times the lowest.

Speeds are estimates from tire size and pedal cadence. Actual speeds vary.

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Specification
2008 Cannondale CAAD9 5
2009 Cannondale CAAD9 5
Overview
Model Year
2008
2009
Brand
Cannondale
Cannondale
Model
CAAD9 5
CAAD9 5
Bicycle Type
Road race & triathlon
Road race & triathlon
Original MSRP
$1,299.99
$1,699.99
Colors
Raw HI-Bright, White Pearl
Jet Black, Lightning White
Sizes
48cm, 50cm, 52cm, 54cm, 56cm, 58cm, 60cm, 63cm
48cm, 50cm, 52cm, 54cm, 56cm, 58cm, 60cm, 63cm
Weight
18.38 lb
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Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded
TIG-welded
Frame Material
CAAD9 Optimo
CAAD9 Optimo
Fork
Cannondale Slice Ultra
Cannondale Slice Ultra
Fork Material
Carbon/aluminum steerer, aero crown
Carbon fiber/aluminum steerer, aero crown
Drivetrain
Component Group
Road Mix
Shimano 105
Shifters
Shimano 105
Shimano 105 STI
Front Derailleur
Shimano 105
Shimano 105
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Ultegra
Shimano 105
Crankset
Shimano 105, 39/53 teeth
Shimano 105, 39/53 teeth
Bottom Bracket
Shimano 105
Shimano 105 Hollowtech II
BB Shell Width
68mm
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Cassette
Shimano 105
Shimano 105
Rear Cogs
10-speed, 12 - 25 teeth
10-speed, 12 - 25 teeth
Chain
KMC DX10SC
KMC DX10SC
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano BR-R560 brakes, Shimano 105 levers
Tektro R580 Dual Pivot brakes, Shimano 105 STI levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
1 1/8" Alloy integrated
Integrated
Handlebar
ControlTech Compact
ControlTech Elite compact
Handlebar Extensions
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Not included
Stem
Cannondale C4
Cannondale C4
Saddle
Selle San Marco Ponza
San Marco Ponza Power
Seatpost
Cannondale C2 Carbon-wrapped, 27.2mm diameter
Cannondale C2 Carbon-wrapped
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Shimano WH-RS10
Shimano RS10
Rims
Shimano WH-RS10
Shimano RS10
Spokes
Shimano
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Front Tire
700 x 23c Maxxis Fuse
700 x 23c Maxxis Fuse
Wheel Size
700c wheels
700c wheels

Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.

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