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Cannondale CAAD 8 Owner's Manual (106 pages)

Brand: Cannondale | Category: Bicycle | Size: 3 MB

Use of this Manual
3
Table of Contents
4
General Warning

6
A Special Note for Parents

6
Section 1. First

7
- A Bike Fit
  7
- B Safety First
  7
- C Mechanical Safety Check
  8
- Handlebar and Saddle Alignment
  9
- D First Ride
  10
Section 2. Safety

10
- Section 1. First
  10
- A the Basics
  11
- B Riding Safety
  12
- C Off-Road Safety
  13
- D Wet Weather Riding
  13
- E Night Riding
  14
- F Extreme, Stunt, or Competition Riding
  15
- G Changing Components Adding Accessories
  16
Section 3. Fit

17
- A Stand over Height
  17
- B Saddle Position
  18
- Handlebar Height and Angle
  20
- D Control Position Adjustments
  21
- E Brake Reach
  21
- Section 3. Fit
  21
Section 4. Tech

22
- A Wheels
  22
  - Wheels with Cam Action Systems
    24
  - Removing and Installing Wheels
    25
- B Seat Post Cam Action Clamp
  28
- C Brakes
  29
- Coaster Brakes
  32
- D Shifting Gears
  33
- E Pedals
  35
- F Bicycle Suspension
  36
- G Tires and Tubes
  37
- Tire Valves
  39
Section 5. Service

40
- A Service Intervals
  41
- Section 5. Service
  41
- B if Your Bicycle Sustains an Impact
  43
Section A. Important Safety Info

44
- A Wide Range of Injuries Are Possible
  44
- Bicycles Cannot Protect You
  44
- Bicycling Inherent Risk
  44
- Warning Label
  45
- Riding in Traffic, Commuting
  45
- Riding at Night, Dusk, Dawn
  46
- Refinishing
  47
- Modifications
  47
- Child Carriers
  48
- Bicycles Have Sharp Surfaces
  48
- Bar Ends
  48
- Installing Accessories
  48
- Aerodynamic Handlebars
  49
- About Shimmy
  50
- Toe Clip Overlap
  50
- Tire Size
  51
- Tire & Rim Pressure Compatibility
  51
- How to Check Wheel Rim Wear
  52
- Understanding Disc Brakes on Road Bikes
  52
- Brake Power Modulators
  53
- Aftermarket Brake Systems
  53
- Aftermarket Power Systems
  53
- Section B. Intended Use
  54
Section B. Intended Use

55
Section C. Mountain Bike Riding

63
- Off-Road Riding
  63
- Bike Types
  63
- Inspection and Maintenance Routines
  63
- Suspension
  64
- Jumping
  64
- Stay in Control
  64
- Downhill and Lift-Serviced Riding
  64
- Shifting Gears While Pedaling
  65
- Freeride and Downhill Riding
  66
Section D. Inspect for Safety

68
Section E. Maintenance

79
- Day Service
  79
- Cleaning
  79
- Preventing Corrosion
  79
- Lubrication
  80
- Tightening Torques
  80
- Repair/Work Stands
  81
- Protect from Extreme Temperatures
  81
- Riding through Water
  81
- Applying Frame Protection
  82
  - Right Chainstay Plate
    83
  - Chainstay Protector
    83
- Water Bottles
  84
Section F. Limited Warranty

85
Section G. Pre-Ride Checklist

91
Appendix

92
- Cannondale BB30 Standard Bicycle Frames
  92
- Maximum Fork Length
  93
- Care and Maintenance of
  94
- Carbon Fiber Seat Posts
  94
- Care and Maintenance of Carbon Fiber Forks and Stems
  98
- Bicycle Racks
  102
- Using Bicycle Trainers
  104

Cannondale CAAD 8 Owner's Manual (106 pages)

Brand: Cannondale | Category: Bicycle | Size: 5 MB

Table of Contents
4
General Warning
6
A Special Note for Parents
6
Section 1. First
7
A Bike Fit
7
B Safety First
7
C Mechanical Safety Check
8
D First Ride
10
Section 2. Safety
10
A the Basics
11
B Riding Safety
12
C Off-Road Safety
13
D Wet Weather Riding
13
E Night Riding
14
F Extreme, Stunt, or Competition Riding
15
G Changing Components Adding Accessories
16
Section 3. Fit
17
A Stand over Height
17
B Saddle Position
18
Handlebar Height and Angle
20
D Control Position Adjustments
21
E Brake Reach
21
Section 4. Tech
22
A Wheels
22
B Seat Post Cam Action Clamp
28
C Brakes
29
Coaster Brakes
32
D Shifting Gears
33
E Pedals
35
F Bicycle Suspension
36
G Tires and Tubes
37
Section 5. Service
40
A Service Intervals
41
B if Your Bicycle Sustains an Impact
43
Section A. Important Safety Info
44
A Wide Range of Injuries Are Possible
44
Bicycles Cannot Protect You
44
Bicycling Inherent Risk
44
Warning Label
45
Riding in Traffic, Commuting
45
Riding at Night, Dusk, Dawn
46
Refinishing
47
Modifications
47
Child Carriers
48
Bicycles Have Sharp Surfaces
48
Bar Ends
48
Installing Accessories
48
Aerodynamic Handlebars
49
About Shimmy
50
Toe Clip Overlap
50
Tire Size
51
Tire & Rim Pressure Compatibility
51
How to Check Wheel Rim Wear
52
Understanding Disc Brakes on Road Bikes
52
Brake Power Modulators
53
Aftermarket Brake Systems
53
Aftermarket Power Systems
53
Section B. Intended Use
54
CONDITION 1 High-Performance Road
55
CONDITION 2 General Purpose Riding
57
Hardtails
59
CONDITION 4 All-Mountain, Overmountain
60
Downhill, Dirt Jump
61
Section C. Mountain Bike Riding
63
Off-Road Riding
63
Bike Types
63
Inspection and Maintenance Routines
63
Suspension
64
Jumping
64
Stay in Control
64
Downhill and Lift-Serviced Riding
64
Shifting Gears While Pedaling
65
Freeride and Downhill Riding
66
Section D. Inspect for Safety
68
Understanding Metals
69
Understanding Composites (Carbon Fiber)
74
Understanding Components
76
Bicycle Lifespan
78
Useful Life of Lightweight Frames
78
Section E. Maintenance
79
Day Service
79
Cleaning
79
Preventing Corrosion
79
Lubrication
80
Tightening Torques
80
Repair/Work Stands
81
Protect from Extreme Temperatures
81
Riding through Water
81
Applying Frame Protection
82
Water Bottles
84
Section F. Limited Warranty
85
Cannondale Limited Warranty
85
Product Registration
87
Serial Number
87
Section G. Pre-Ride Checklist
89
Cannondale BB30 Standard Bicycle Frames
90
Maximum Fork Length
91
Care and Maintenance of
92
Carbon Fiber Seat Posts
92
Care and Maintenance of Carbon Fiber Forks and Stems
96
Bicycle Racks
100
Using Bicycle Trainers
102
Trainers: Risks to Children
102
Bicycle Lights
103
Foreign Objects (Riding Hazard)
104

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Cannondale CAAD 8 Owner's Manual (106 pages)

Table of Contents

General Warning

A Special Note for Parents

Section 1. First

Section 2. Safety

Section 3. Fit

Section 4. Tech

Section 5. Service

Section A. Important Safety Info

Section B. Intended Use

Section C. Mountain Bike Riding

Section D. Inspect for Safety

Section E. Maintenance

Section F. Limited Warranty

Section G. Pre-Ride Checklist

Appendix

Cannondale CAAD 8 Owner's Manual (106 pages)

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