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2020 Cannondale CAAD Optimo 105
Original manufacturer specifications including 700c wheels, geometry for 8 published sizes.
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What Velopedia knows
- Model year
- 2020
- Category
- Road
- Sizes
- 44, 48, 51, 54, 56, 58, 60, 63
- Colors
- Black Pearl (BPL), Ultra Violet (ULV)
- Geometry
- 8 manufacturer sizes · Geometry context
- Record coverage
- 24 preserved details · 2 archived images · preserved geometry
- Archive ID
- 900002422
Frameset
| Frame Construction | SmartForm C2 Alloy, SAVE, tapered headtube, fender mounts |
|---|---|
| Frame Material | Aluminum |
| Fork | Full Carbon, 1-1/8” to 1-1/4” steerer, fender mounts |
| Fork Material | Carbon |
Drivetrain
| Shifters | Shimano 105, 2x11 |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | Shimano 105, 31.8 clamp |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano 105 GS |
| Crankset | FSA Gossamer alloy, 50/34 |
| Bottom Bracket | FSA MegaExo |
| Rear Cogs | Shimano 105, 11-30, 11-speed |
| Chain | KMC X11, 11-speed |
| Pedals | Wellgo w/ Clip and Strap |
Brakes
| Brakes | Tektro R741 |
|---|
Cockpit & Contact Points
| Headset | CAAD Optimo, 1-1/8” to 1-1/4”, 25mm top cap |
|---|---|
| Handlebar | Cannondale 3, 6061 alloy, Compact |
| Stem | Cannondale 3, 6061 alloy, 31.8, 7° |
| Saddle | Cannondale Stage Ergo |
| Seatpost | Cannondale 3, 6061 alloy, 27.2 x 350mm (44-56), 400mm (58-63) |
Wheels & Tires
| Hubs | (F) Formula RB-56 / (R) Formula RB-5711 |
|---|---|
| Rims | RS 2.0, 24h front, 28h rear |
| Spokes | Stainless steel, 14g |
| Front Tire | Vittoria Zaffiro Pro Slick, 700 x 25c |
| Rear Tire | Vittoria Zaffiro Pro Slick, 700 x 25c |
| Wheel Size | 700c |
Size-specific frame data
Geometry
Manufacturer-published geometry normalized for consistent archival comparison. Effective top tube and reach remain separate measurements because they describe different aspects of fit.
| Measurement | 44 | 48 | 51 | 54 | 56 | 58 | 60 | 63 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seat tube | 465 mm | 487 mm | 530 mm | 559 mm | 576 mm | 594 mm | 615 mm | 635 mm |
| Effective top tube | 500 mm | 510 mm | 528 mm | 547 mm | 561 mm | 575 mm | 591 mm | 607 mm |
| Head tube | 107 mm | 107 mm | 120 mm | 139 mm | 155 mm | 175 mm | 195 mm | 219 mm |
| Head-tube angle | 70.5° | 71.5° | 72.3° | 72.9° | 73.1° | 73.2° | 73.3° | 73.4° |
| Seat-tube angle | 76° | 74.7° | 74.3° | 73.8° | 73.5° | 73.2° | 72.9° | 72.6° |
| Chainstay / rear center | 405 mm | 405 mm | 405 mm | 405 mm | 405 mm | 405 mm | 407 mm | 409 mm |
| Wheelbase | 974 mm | 963 mm | 970 mm | 980 mm | 989 mm | 1000 mm | 1013 mm | 1027 mm |
| Bottom-bracket drop | 74 mm | 74 mm | 74 mm | 72 mm | 72 mm | 69 mm | 69 mm | 69 mm |
| Bottom-bracket height | 268 mm | 268 mm | 268 mm | 271 mm | 271 mm | 273 mm | 273 mm | 273 mm |
| Reach | 372 mm | 369 mm | 378 mm | 387 mm | 393 mm | 399 mm | 405 mm | 411 mm |
| Stack | 514 mm | 518 mm | 533 mm | 551 mm | 566 mm | 583 mm | 603 mm | 626 mm |
| Standover height | 735 mm | 742 mm | 760 mm | 787 mm | 802 mm | 822 mm | 841 mm | 862 mm |
| Fork offset / rake | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm |
| Front center | 580 mm | 569 mm | 576 mm | 586 mm | 595 mm | 605 mm | 616 mm | 628 mm |
| Trail | 73 mm | 67 mm | 62 mm | 58 mm | 57 mm | 56 mm | 56 mm | 55 mm |
Geometry source: Cannondale MY20 Dealer Book, PDF page 35 Measurements can vary by configuration, wheel size, or flip-chip position where noted by the manufacturer.
Geometry tools
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44 geometry
Archive context: The seat angle of 76° sits toward the steeper end. Its trail of 73 mm sits toward the higher-trail end. The chainstay of 405 mm sits somewhat shorter than typical.
Compared with 18 distinct road geometries in the XS-equivalent size cohort from model years 2018–2022 in the Velopedia archive.48 geometry
Archive context: Its wheelbase of 963 mm sits toward the shorter end. Its trail of 67 mm sits toward the higher-trail end. Its stack of 518 mm sits toward the lower end.
Compared with 28 distinct road geometries in the Small-equivalent size cohort from model years 2018–2022 in the Velopedia archive.51 geometry
Archive context: Its wheelbase of 970 mm sits toward the shorter end. The head angle of 72.3° sits toward the steeper end. The chainstay of 405 mm sits toward the shorter rear-center end.
Compared with 28 distinct road geometries in the Small-equivalent size cohort from model years 2018–2022 in the Velopedia archive.54 geometry
Archive context: Its wheelbase of 980 mm sits toward the shorter end. The chainstay of 405 mm sits somewhat shorter than typical. Its reach of 387 mm sits somewhat longer than typical.
Compared with 25 distinct road geometries in the Medium-equivalent size cohort from model years 2018–2022 in the Velopedia archive.56 geometry
Archive context: The head angle of 73.1° sits toward the steeper end. Its wheelbase of 989 mm sits toward the shorter end. Its trail of 57 mm sits toward the lower-trail end.
Compared with 19 distinct road geometries in the Large-equivalent size cohort from model years 2018–2022 in the Velopedia archive.58 geometry
Archive context: Its wheelbase of 1000 mm sits toward the shorter end. Its trail of 56 mm sits toward the lower-trail end. Its stack of 583 mm sits toward the lower end.
Compared with 16 distinct road geometries in the XL-equivalent size cohort from model years 2018–2022 in the Velopedia archive.60 geometry
Archive context: The head angle of 73.3° sits toward the steeper end. Its trail of 56 mm sits toward the lower-trail end. Its reach of 405 mm sits somewhat longer than typical.
Compared with 16 distinct road geometries in the XL-equivalent size cohort from model years 2018–2022 in the Velopedia archive.63 geometry
Archive context: Its reach of 411 mm sits toward the longer end. Its trail of 55 mm sits toward the lower-trail end. The chainstay of 409 mm sits toward the shorter rear-center end.
Compared with 18 distinct road geometries in the XXL-equivalent size cohort from model years 2018–2024 in the Velopedia archive.Parts & serviceability
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Used-bike inspection
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Before any test ride: both brakes should stop the bike firmly and release cleanly; both wheels should run true and be securely attached; tires should have no casing damage; and the headset, handlebar, stem, cranks and pedals should have no looseness or play.
Follow the full used-bike inspection order →- FrameLook closely for dents and hairline cracks around welds, the head tube and bottom-bracket area. Cosmetic scratches matter less than a change in shape or a crack line.Inspect the frame and fork →
- BrakesTest each brake separately and confirm it stops firmly and releases cleanly. Inspect the pads and braking surfaces for wear or contamination, and check the cables or hoses for damage.Inspect the brakes →
- DrivetrainShift through every gear under light load and measure chain wear. Confirm that the shifter, derailleur, chain and cassette belong to the same 11-speed system.Check drivetrain wear →
- Wheels & tiresSpin both wheels and watch the rims for side-to-side or vertical movement. Check for dents, cracks, loose or uneven spokes and hub play, then inspect both tire casings for cuts, cracking or exposed threads.Check wheels and tires →
Bike-specific inspection checklist 19 checks based on 5 archived component groups Open checklistClose checklist
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Identity and fit
Follow the full used-bike inspection order →Archived: 2020 Cannondale CAAD Optimo 105 · Road/sport · Published sizes: 44, 48, 51, 54, 56, 58, 60, 63
Frame and fork
Inspect the frame and fork →Archived: Frame: SmartForm C2 Alloy, SAVE, tapered headtube, fender mounts · Fork: Full Carbon, 1-1/8” to 1-1/4” steerer, fender mounts · Carbon
Drivetrain
Check drivetrain wear →Archived: Shifters: Shimano 105, 2x11 · Front derailleur: Shimano 105, 31.8 clamp · Rear derailleur: Shimano 105 GS · Crankset: FSA Gossamer alloy, 50/34 · Bottom bracket: FSA MegaExo · Rear cogs: Shimano 105, 11-30, 11-speed · Chain: KMC X11, 11-speed
Brakes
Inspect the brakes →Archived: Brakes: Tektro R741
Wheels and tires
Check wheels and tires →Archived: Wheel size: 700c · Rims: RS 2.0, 24h front, 28h rear · Hubs: (F) Formula RB-56 / (R) Formula RB-5711 · Front tire: Vittoria Zaffiro Pro Slick, 700 x 25c · Rear tire: Vittoria Zaffiro Pro Slick, 700 x 25c
Controls and contact points
Archived: Headset: CAAD Optimo, 1-1/8” to 1-1/4”, 25mm top cap · Handlebar: Cannondale 3, 6061 alloy, Compact · Stem: Cannondale 3, 6061 alloy, 31.8, 7° · Seatpost: Cannondale 3, 6061 alloy, 27.2 x 350mm (44-56), 400mm (58-63) · Saddle: Cannondale Stage Ergo · Pedals: Wellgo w/ Clip and Strap
Before and during the test ride
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