CAAD8 identification

[davercool]

Yeah, not going to argue with your view . For some reason I’ve been thinking I had a 2011 bike. But I’ve just been looking at 2006 bikes and the specs and language sound right for my bike, maybe I’m older than i think . I do wish I had the raw aluminium frame though, é vida. I do know now I got a good frame, be that an 8 or a 9, as well and it’s, to me, well worth the investment of new parts. Can’t thank you enough for your help . And, yes, I will upload some pics come the day it hits the road again .

Hi all. I said I would load a couple of images when my, now, CAAD 9 was up and running again. Such a cool ride, smooth and smart. All now runs sweet, but I want to now get new wheels and I’m also looking for new shifters. I am finding it ‘difficult’ to source new 10 speed 105 shifters, can anyone tell me of options? Thanks for all your chat and assistance!!!!

 

[letsbike]

That cleaned up Very well, what a great looking bike!

 

[Alan Doss]

I have a very similar looking 2005 Caad 8 R5000 with Dura Ace components. You can find almost anything on EBAY if you have enough patience to track it down. Including NOS (new old stock). At the very least a near new set of shifters should be available. Good looking bike.

 

[black lightning 1987]

Besides the common 105/Ultegra/Dura Ace there was another model of 10 speed. I believe they were known as R700 and possibly R800. Then there is 4600 and 4700 (current model) Tiagra. If your current shifters aren't functioning well, sometimes flushing with penetrating oil will help. I've also had hot water restore a lever that wasn't working.

 

[davercool]

Fair point and a simple thing to do at that. Thanks