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It's fun breaking down a vintage find. I'm enjoying learning the history of Cannondale and finding a bike from the beginning is pretty cool. I'm planning on tearing it down and refresh the components, put in some new cables, get it ready to ride. Then hang it up with others. Tinkering with old...

A pic of seatpost and back of brake. Both stamped 83. Wheels are original. Cannondale logo made by Sun. And a pic of freewheel.

Very nice looking bike,Teomat79. Tire choice is on point. One thing I need to try is a hite rite.

12/83 stamp on rim

Thanks for this info I'm hoping it's an early one. Components are really nice Frame has a couple good scuffs. No kickstand was ever mounted,which I'm happy about.

Sm500.

Picked up a Cannondale with BB serial. Any way to tell what month by the other numbers? Hoping it's a true 84 rather that built in 84 for 85 model year.

Good eye! It's a clock I picked out. My workplace lets you choose between a clock or a watch for 25 yrs of service.

Bought some proper bars with some rise. Better pedals and a black seat post. And a pic with the original owners manual. Cheers, Kevin

Generally have a long riding season. Have a winter bike for salty roads. For now though, along Lake Erie, snowfall breaking records.

Final ride before winter snooz. Really happy how this bike rides.

Great looking bike! Tires really pop on this.

Thanks, Rod I work in manufacturing so how things are made are of interest. Appreciate the patent link.

Thanks Nico. So cool to see the drawings. Yes Black lightning 1987, ovalized seat stays. Now to figure out small decal to put # on bike

Rod, regarding US patent number on the seat stay. Can you explain what this covers? Was it the tubing or geometry or manufacture process? Others here may know also. I repainted a 86 frame and want to put patent # back on. Seems like it may be a decal.

BOTE looks great!

Done for now..... got in a couple fit and finish rides. Feels cramped compared to a 24/26. Would like to end up with period correct suntour components and a riser bar. Bikes rides awesome,though. Can't say enough about the roller cam brakes. I like building them,setting them up and the...

Roddesu, good to have you on the website. I'm fascinated about the early days of Cannondale. This is a great story about meeting the salesman. So where did the aluminum tubes come from? Keep the stories comming! Cheers, Kevin

Found a bottom bracket that is right width. I had these cranks that are in very nice condition. They more modern than original. Spin smooth, though.