2012 Cannondale Flash Alloy 29er 1

Archived: Frame: SmartFormed Alloy · Fork: Lefty 29er PBR OPI 90mm

• Look for dents or shape changes and inspect the edges of welds around the head tube, bottom bracket, seat cluster and suspension mounts for hairline cracks.

Archived: Fork: Lefty 29er PBR OPI 90mm

• Inspect the fork stanchions for scratches or coating wear, look for oil or dirt rings at the seals, and cycle the fork through its travel while checking for binding or bushing play.
• Ask for dated fork-service records. A clean exterior does not establish the condition of internal seals, oil or bushings.

Archived: Shifters: SRAM X9 10spd trigger · Front derailleur: SRAM X7 · Rear derailleur: SRAM X9 10spd · Crankset: SRAM S1400 39/26t · Bottom bracket: BB30 · Cassette: SRAM PG-1030 10spd 11-36t · Chain: KMC X10 SL

• Shift through every available gear under light load. Hesitation, skipping or inconsistent indexing can reflect wear, damage, poor adjustment or mismatched replacement parts.
• Measure chain wear with a compatible gauge and inspect chainring, cassette or freewheel teeth. A new chain does not rule out wear in the remaining drivetrain.
• Turn the cranks slowly, feel for rough bearings and check for side-to-side play. Inspect crank arms, chainring bolts and pedal threads for looseness or damage.

Archived: Brakes: Avid Elixir 7 180/160mm

• Inspect pads and braking surfaces, check the complete cable or hose path, and confirm both controls feel consistent and return cleanly.

Archived: Rims: Sun Ringle Inferno 25 · Front tire: Schwalbe Rapid Rob 26x2.25"

• Spin both wheels and watch for side-to-side and vertical movement. Check spoke tension, rim condition and hub play.
• Inspect both tire casings for cuts, cracking, plugs, bulges or exposed threads and confirm the installed sizes are safe for the rims and available frame and fork clearance.

Archived: Headset: Cannondale Headshock SI · Handlebar: Cannondale C2 Flat 680mm · Stem: Cannondale OPI Adjustable · Seatpost: Cannondale C2 · Saddle: Cannondale Stage 2 · Pedals: not included

• Apply the front brake and rock the bike to check for headset play or notchiness. Inspect the stem, handlebar and clamp zones, then confirm every fastener and control is secure.
• Check that the seatpost moves for adjustment and that the saddle, post and clamp hold securely without cracks, severe corrosion or damaged hardware.