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cannondale CO2 F8
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hey,
i am looking at buying the cannondale CO2 F8 2010 for $600, it is my first mountain bike just looking at getting started. Just wondering what everyones thoughts are about the bike compare to others for the same price
thanks
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but I'd suggest you should be looking for Shimano Deore or SRAM SX5 components at a minimum if you are expecting to be a regular rider on the trails.
That would be the whole component set - shifters, F+R derailleurs, brakes, cranks - not just the rear derailleur, by the way.
Cannondale make great frames - I have 3 if you include my son's bike
- and this would suit say weekly trail use at places like Terry Hills. However, if you are contemplating regular use several times a week doing say commuting duties plus weekend rides you need soemthing with a higher component spec if you want it to last and be reliable without constant adjustment.
The 80mm travel fork is perhaps a bit on the low side. 100mm would be better.