Description
- Frame: 6061 T6 aluminum with a few chips on the paint (See Pictures). The Frame has been cleaned, polished, and coated with ceramic by Lithium Auto Care products.
- Fork: Cannondale Chromoly, unicrown crown
- Tire Clearance: Up to 25c tire. Posable 28c, depending on tire brand and wheel/rim diameter.
- Front Derailleur: 34.9 Clamp
- BB shell: 68mm Shell, clean threads
- Headset: 1″ YST Threaded
- Stem: Cannondale CODA threaded Stem 120mm 26.0mm handlebar clamp 1″ steerer
- Bars: Salsa Pro Road 26.0 42cm
- Seat Post size: Kalloy SP-263 27.2
Inventory number: 09100 CR400
Industry Description:
The 2001 Cannondale R400 is a classic example of a specific era in the cycling industry, reflecting Cannondale’s history as an innovator in aluminum frames and its market strategy for entry-level performance bikes.
Industry Information
- Cannondale’s Brand Identity: In the early 2000s, Cannondale was a leading name in high-performance aluminum frames. The company was renowned for its oversized aluminum tubing, hand-built frames made in the USA, and meticulous TIG welds that were often hand-sanded to appear seamless. This gave even their more affordable bikes a premium feel. The R400 was a direct reflection of this brand identity.
- Market Positioning: The R400 was positioned as an entry-level to mid-level road bike. Its target audience was the serious enthusiast or aspiring racer who wanted the performance characteristics of a high-end bike—namely, a stiff and light frame—without the high price tag. It provided a significant step up from mass-market bikes sold in department stores and was a direct competitor to entry-level steel and aluminum road bikes from brands like Trek and Specialized.
- CAAD4 Frame Technology: The 2001 R400 often featured a CAAD4 (Cannondale Advanced Aluminum Design) frame. This was an evolution of Cannondale’s aluminum technology, incorporating features like a shaped downtube and a carbon fiber fork (a mix of carbon and aluminum parts was common). This design was known for its stiffness, which translated to efficient power transfer and a responsive ride. While some riders found the ride to be harsh due to the frame’s rigidity, it was a hallmark of Cannondale’s race-inspired design.
I’ve included links (eBay Affiliate and Others) to help you find the right parts for this frame, whether you’re replacing existing components (OEM) or building a custom bike from scratch.
- Frame: 2001 Cannondale R400 Road Bike
- Fork: 1 inch threaded fork 700c
- Wheelset: Trek Bontrager Wheelset 700c
- Tires: Tires 700x25c (New)
- Crankset: (Double) Shimano Ultegra 53/39 teeth 172.5mm FC-6600 (Triple) Shimano Ultegra 53/39/30 teeth 172.5mm FC-6600/6603
- Pedals: New Platform
- Shifter: (Double) Shimano Ultegra 6600 STI Dual Control ST-6600 (Triple) Shimano Ultegra 6600 STI Dual Control ST-6600/6603
- Front: (Double) Shimano Ultegra, Braze-On FD-6600 (Triple) Shimano Ultegra, Braze-On FD-6603
- Rear Derailleur: (Double) Shimano Dura-Ace, RD-7800 Short Cage (Triple) Shimano Dura-Ace, RD-7800 Long Cage
- Brake Set: Shimano CS-6600 12-25, 10 speed
- Handlebars: Trek Bontrager Drop Bars (General) Drop Bars 31.8
- Stem: Cannondale CODA threaded Stem 115mm 26.0mm handlebar clamp 1″ steerer
- Tape: Sram Black Tape
- Cables and Housing: Jagwire/Shimano/SRAM
Disclaimer
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- A) Seat Tube: 58cm Center to Top Tube
- B) Effective Seat Tube: 58cm
- C) Effective Top Tube: 56cm
- D) Top Tube: 54cm
- E) Wheel Base: 102cm
- F) Standover Height to Top Tube: N/A
- G) Head Tube: 16.5cm
- H) Reach: N/A
- I) Stack: N/A
A little about the seller: I’ve been in the cycling industry for more than 30 years (I know, that makes me old!). I’ve been a professional bicycle mechanic for most of those years, including working locally at Lee’s Cyclery before they became Trek Stores. Now I work from home as a Customer Success Manager for a software team. But I still love fixing up and working on bikes, and riding them too! Purchase from me with peace of mind. Not only can you trust my years of experience, but I will also fit you for the bike and provide any mechanical insight at the time of purchase. No warranties or refunds are provided. The bikes are sold as-is. But It includes follow-up minor adjustments and fitting if needed within the first 30 days if sold locally.
Shipping information: I ship UPS Ground, and the bike is disassembled. It will be packed very well, but if you see any damage to the box or bike, keep the box and packing material, plus take pictures. I do insure all bikes that are shipped and require a signature. In addition, if shipped out of Colorado, there is no Sales Tax. Colorado customers, try to buy Local. Info below:
For Local Purchases Only:
If you’re local to Loveland, Colorado, it is highly recommended to come to check it out in person.
Purchase from me with peace of mind. Not only can you trust my years of experience, but I will also fit you for the bike and provide any mechanical insight at the time of purchase. The bikes are sold as-is. No warranties or refunds, provided. But it INCLUDES follow-up minor adjustments and fitting if needed within the first 30 days.
