Cannondale Caad10 2013 - Cycling Passion

The last generation of CAAD, Cannondale Caad10 2013, Cannondale’s most popular aluminum frame series, CAAD10 has a 1,050g frame. This is even lighter than some carbon frames on the market. Compared to the 2012 edition, the 2013 frame hasn’t changed at all, but there are more build options available.

Cannondale is producing the award-winning CAAD (Cannondale Advanced Aluminum Design) series of road bikes since 1983. CAAD10 is the current generation of Cannondale aluminum frame.

Related: Cannondale CAAD10 2014 models

Cannondale CAAD10 2013 Liquigas team colors — Cannondale CAAD10 2103 with Liquigas team colors.

The Cannondale CAAD10 2013 has an Elite Race Geometry: unlike much of the competition at these price points, the CAAD10 is a thoroughbred racer. Its geometry is virtually identical to our SuperSix EVO for razor-sharp cornering and aggressive race positioning.

Thanks to the SmartFormed 6069 alloy construction, the frame is a complex mix of hydroforming, mechanical shaping, taper-butting, double-pass smooth welding, and heat treating, SmartForming is the most advanced aluminum construction in the world, for lighter, stronger frames.

SPEED SAVE Stays: The flattened shape and internal butting of the CAAD10’s seat stays and chain stays allow them to flex vertically, but stay stiff laterally and torsionally. This lets the rear wheel track the ground, improving speed, cornering, grip, and comfort.

Build Options of CAAD10 2013

CAAD 10 1: SHIMANO DURA-ACE

Frame: CAAD10, Smartformed 6069 Alloy, SPEED SAVE, BB30
Fork: CAAD10, SPEED SAVE full carbon, 1-1/8” to 1-1/4” tapered steerer
Crank: FSA SL-K Light Carbon, BB30, compact 50/34

Bottom Bracket: FSA BB30
Shifters: Shimano Dura-Ace 7900
Cog Set: Shimano Ultegra 6700, 12-25, 10-speed

Chain: Shimano Ultegra 6700 108 L
Front Derailleur: Shimano Dura-Ace 7900, braze-on
Rear Derailleur: Shimano Dura-Ace 7900

Rims: Shimano RS80
Hubs: Shimano RS80
Tires: Schwalbe Durano S, 700X23c, folding

Pedals: Not included
Brake: Shimano Ultegra 6700
Handlebar: Cannondale C2 Compact

Stem: Cannondale C2, 31.8mm, 6 deg.
Headset: CAAD10, 1-1/4” lower bearing, 25mm carbon top cap
Spokes: Shimano RS80

Grips: Cannondale 2.5mm Suede w/ gel backing bar tape
Saddle: Fi’zi:k Arione Classic
Seat Post: Cannondale C2, UD Carbon, 27.2x300mm

CAAD 10 3: SHIMANO ULTEGRA

Frame: CAAD10, Smartformed 6069 Alloy, SPEED SAVE, BB30
Fork: CAAD10, SPEED SAVE full carbon, 1-1/8” to 1-1/4” tapered steerer
Crank: FSA SL-K Light Carbon, BB30, 50/34

Bottom Bracket: FSA BB30
Shifters: Shimano Ultegra 6700
Cog Set: Shimano Ultegra 6700, 12-25, 10-speed

Chain: Shimano Ultegra 6700, 10-speed
Front Derailleur: Shimano Ultegra 6700, braze-on
Rear Derailleur: Shimano Ultegra 6700

Rims: Mavic Aksium WTS
Hubs: Mavic Aksium WTS
Tires: Mavic Aksion, 700x23c, folding

Pedals: Not included
Brake: Shimano Ultegra 6700
Handlebar: Cannondale C3 Compact

Stem: Cannondale C3, 31.8mm, 6 deg.
Headset: CAAD10, 1-1/4” lower bearing, 25mm top cap
Spokes: Mavic Aksium WTS

Grips: Cannondale 2.5mm Suede w/ gel backing bar tape
Saddle: Prologo, Scratch
Seat Post: Cannondale C2, UD Carbon, 27.2x300mm

CAAD 10 4: SHIMANO 105

Frame: CAAD10, Smartformed 6069 Alloy, SPEED SAVE, BB30
Fork: CAAD10, SPEED SAVE full carbon, 1-1/8” to 1-1/4” tapered steerer
Crank: FSA Gossamer Pro BB30, 50/34 (option: triple 52/39/30)

Bottom Bracket: FSA BB30
Shifters: Shimano 105 5700
Cog Set: Shimano 105 5700, 12-27, 10-speed

Chain: Shimano 105 5600, 10-speed
Front Derailleur: Shimano 105 5700, triple braze-on
Rear Derailleur: Shimano 105 5700

Rims: Shimano RS10
Hubs: Shimano RS10
Tires: Schwalbe Lugano, 700x23c, folding

Pedals: Not included
Brake: Shimano 105 5700
Handlebar: Cannondale C3 Compact

Stem: Cannondale C3, 31.8mm, 6 deg.
Headset: CAAD10, 1-1/4” lower bearing, 25mm top cap
Spokes: Shimano RS10

Grips: Cannondale 2.5mm Suede w/ gel backing bar tape
Saddle: Prologo, Kappa
Seat Post: Cannondale C3 carbon wrap, 27.2x300mm

If you are looking for a cheaper alternative to CAAD10, check out Cannondale CAAD8.

“The reality is a CAAD10-1, …with an extra $2000.00 budget for high-end race wheels, will deliver more performance than any $5000.00 carbon bike.”
Peloton, USA 12/10

2013 Cannondale CAAD10 ultegra rear derailleur — Ultegra rear derailleur

2013 Cannondale CAAD10 black — Ultegra rear derailleur

Sources

Cannondale website

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