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The Cannondale CAAD X Sora Cyclocross bike is the perfect day-to-day commuter machine. Built tough enough for off-road forays but comfortable, with mounts for racks and guards - you can vary your route with confidence
The Cannondale CAAD X Sora Cyclocross bike is the perfect day-to-day commuter machine. Built tough enough for off-road forays but comfortable, with mounts for racks and guards - you can vary your route with confidence
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2015 Cannondale CAAD X Sora DISC : Black

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2015 Cannondale CAAD X Sora DISC : Black

Season:2015

Brand:Cannondale

Code:VARCM2446BLK

The Cannondale CAADX is in many ways a derivation of the popular Cannondale CX9, a ‘cross version of the CAAD9. The CX9 was an out and out ‘cross racer. Used by Jeremy Powers amongst others on the professional circuit, the geometry was very similar to that of the carbon Cannondale SuperX, the ride was firm and direct and the handling precise if not a little twitchy.

Equally it is in many ways unique due to the alterations in geometry and ride feel. The recently re-designed CAAD X is a supremely versatile bike with racing heritage and CAAD 10 & Super X inspired tube profiles and SAVE stays but with a slightly more upright position and built-in functionality in the form of rack and mudguard mounts. The addition of disc brakes makes this a supremely versatile machine. Perfect for the gruelling winter months either on the road for training or off-road in the ever growing Cyclocross race scene.

Cyclocross has seen something of a resurgence over the past couple of years. Roadies and mountain bikers alike seem to have realised that ‘cross bikes not only open the door to a great deal of fast-paced enjoyment off road but are also the ideal commuter or winter trainer. The Cannondale CAADX is a direct response to this vein of thinking; the frame is drilled for a rack and the geometry is completely different to the previous iteration in order to cater for the rider who doesn’t necessarily want to ride exclusively off road. This means that the head tube is longer and the angle upon it slacker than the racier SuperX, providing slightly more stable and predictable handling. Racers may find that this doesn’t allow them to get as low and over the bars as they would like but with the removal of a few spacers from below the stem this position is easily emulated.

The gearing too is trying to be something for all; the 46/36 tooth chainset offers a good spread of gears that will encourage the rider to spin efficiently on the road whilst offering some easier options for climbing off road. The tyres on the 2015 models are Schwalbe’s Sammy Slicks which offer a solid ride on hard packed or frozen off road surfaces and are not too sluggish on the road too; great if your commute features mixed terrain.

The tubing is all fluid formed, as is made clear by the flowing shapes and the smooth ride. Cannondale have used their proprietary double-pass welding technique which offers a smoother finish as well as eliminating stress risers and weak points found in traditional welds. The BB30 bottom bracket grants the frame a snappy, direct feel without being too harsh underfoot, this is contributed to by the design of the rear end which uses Cannondale’s hourglass SAVE stays in order to promote comfort with efficiency and in combination with the carbon Ultra X Fork makes for a very stable and smooth ride feel.

The 2015 CAAD X SORA is equipped with a 9 speed Shimano SORA groupset coupled with an FSA VERO Cross Crank - it is the only model in the range not to employ the BB30 system and this helps to keep costs down and make the bike more accessible to the commuter market. Promax Render R disc brakes handle the stopping while remaining free of mud when the trail gets sticky. The CAAD X Sora is available in seven sizes from 44 through 61 so should suit just about everyone. We would however advise going down a size from your road bike as typically of ‘cross bikes the standover height is taller thanks to a higher Bottom Bracket for off-road obstacle clearance.

Frame

CAADX Cyclocross Disc, Optimized 6061 Alloy, BB30

Fork

Cannondale Ultra X Disc, Carbon blades, 1-1/8"

Crank

FSA Vero Cross, 46/36

Crank Option 1

N/A

Bottom Bracket

FSA 7420 w/ BB30 adapter

Shifters

Shimano Sora 3500

Cog Set

SunRace 11-28, 9-speed

Chain

KMC Z99, 9-speed

Front Derailleur

Shimano Sora 3500, 31.8 clamp

Rear Derailleur

Shimano Sora 3500

Rims

Maddux CX 2.1 Disc, 32-hole

Hubs

Cannondale C4

Tires

Schwalbe Sammy Slick, 700x35c

Pedals

Wellgo w/ Clip and Strap

Brakes

Promax Render R, 160mm front, 140mm rear

Handlebar

Cannondale C4 Compact, 6061 alloy

Stem

Cannondale C4, 31.8, 6 deg.

Headset

CAADX Si, 25mm top cap

Brake Levers

Shimano Sora 3500

Spokes

Stainless Steel, 15g

Grips

Cannondale Grip Bar Tape w/Gel, 3.5mm

Saddle

Cannondale Stage CX

Seat Post

Cannondale C4 Alloy, 27.2mmx300mm

 

Technical Information

TECHNOLOGIES

  • Relaxed Race Geometry
    The CAADX has a slightly taller head tube and slightly slacker head tube angle than the SuperX, providing a more upright position and stable handling.
  • SAVE Stays
    The flattened shape and refined butting of the stays offer significant vertical compliance for comfort and control over rough surfaces, while remaining laterally rigid for solid power transfer and confident handling.
  • Smooth Welds
    A true smooth weld, rather than the sand, putty, and paint “smooth welds” of our competition. Cannondale’s trademark double-pass smooth weld technology eliminates the stress-risers and weak points found on traditionally-welded frames, enabling us to build lighter, stronger frames.
  • Taper-Butted Tubes
    Like the legendary CAAD frames of the past, the CAADX features 6061 aluminum which has been taper-butted and heat-treated to a T6 hardness. The smooth transitions provided by taper-butting eliminate the internal stress risers of traditionally-butted frames, again allowing a lighter, stronger frame.
  • Full Rear Rack/Fender Mount and Front Fender Mounts
    Rack and fender compatibilty makes the CAADX ready for duty as a fast commuter or winter training rig.
  • Disk brake equipped
    The top model comes with disk brakes for all-weather power and control.
Sizing Information

CAADX Geometry

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