Bike Setup: mugura brakes, shimano xt chainset,prolight grips, titec carbon fibre bar ends,rims that begin with M(sorry cant remember the name)
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kris larsen
a Weekend Warrior
from Pocatello, Id USA
Date Reviewed: November 4, 2008
Strengths: I rodr this bike more than 6000 miles year round it is very strong
Weaknesses: it is a very heavy bike
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when i first got the bike i weighed 550 lb, now i weigh 330. i rode it year round, every day commuting to work. I did replace all moving parts and all bearings on this bike. I wore out all moving parts
Bike Setup: cannondale moto front fork, all deorre xt componants and downhill spokes
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al-rmt
a Cross Country Rider
from San Antonio Texas
Date Reviewed: November 2, 2008
Strengths: light weight quick response HARD TAIL. Very Whippe... Fast climber, bumpy decender.
Weaknesses: DD60 fork. but still using it since 1995. rebuilt once.
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Been trying to find a reason get rid of this one. But even after 13 years on this bullit proof biket it's hard to find another 24 pound bike soaking wet that can do what this one can. If you ever have the chance thrash one take it. Ill never sell it.
Bike Setup: 2002 XTR front and rear derailers, shifters, and V brakes. Coda cranks, orignal Coda clipless pedales Flight seat, Coda bar
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Brandon Abbott
a Weekend Warrior
from Nashville,TN
Date Reviewed: May 20, 2008
Strengths: Lightweight, great ride and geometry.
Weaknesses: The shape is a little inconvenient at times when mounting on my rack. Aside from that I have had NO problems. In facts the thing has taken a beating like a champ.
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It is super responsive and climbs like a beast. This is my 4th bike in 2 years. I started riding at that time and did not really know what I wanted. I started with an entry level, then I bought a Gary Fisher which rode good, it just was too heavy. Then I built up my own full-sus, and decided I wanted to scale down to a lightweight hardtail. I love this bike and it is the keeper. I have thought about buying a second one a couple of times since you can get them cheap on eBay, and they are long gone out of production.
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greg kinchelow
a Weekend Warrior
from Los angeles, ca, USA
Date Reviewed: October 4, 2006
Strengths: rigid frame. really quick turn, bombs downhills and is very responsive eventhough it is a hard tail. jumps really well. bike is very quick and easy to minipulate. if you want to see pics please feel free to email me. you can get some ideas from her as well...
Weaknesses: hardtail on big downhill cali mountains
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i have had this bike for 10 going on 11 years now and she still performs as well as the day she was finished being built. i always love taking her on a ride. my dog loves to follow. this is my first full complete build of a bike
extremely smooth bike that is quick as you can minipulate. get one if you can.. i love mine and will never paar with her. to many paychecks and to much time to a see a fully polished aluminum frame with all candy parts leave my possesion...
Similar Products Used: not similair, but i have owned redlines bmx'e se racing pk rippers, se racing quadangle, etc... redline mini and so forth.
Bike Setup: i bought this frame and forks for $800 in 1995 polished aluminum and built it from the frame up. took me 2 years to build and contless paychecks spent at colorado cyclists. got rid of rigid forks and added some manitou 4's. chris king headseat. all xt components w/ xtr rear derailuer, cook brothers cranks, ringle goose neck and seat post. titanium seat,hyperlite handle bars, ringle hubs, cyclo cross rims with tie dye titanium spokes, ringle skewers, cantilever brakes, everything sealed (bearings)
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Rob
a Cross Country Rider
from Sheboygan, Wisconsin
Date Reviewed: August 18, 2006
Strengths: bike is super light and awsome.
Weaknesses: coda everything. And the fact they dont make parts for this bike anymore so if anyone knows what i can upgrade thats oversized that would be sweet, just email me... THANX
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awsome bike i recommend buying one even now if you come across one.
Bike Setup: Easton carbon handlears with simple giant grips.. Mavic deer traxxs rims and panaracer xc fire tires.. bontrager seat.. Need help finding a crank, forks (shox), headset, and stem that would fit so i can complete my bike..
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ryan
a Weekend Warrior
from columbus, oh, usa
Date Reviewed: June 2, 2006
Strengths: Looks tight, super light, strong, climbing machine. This bike is really a great cross country bike.
Weaknesses: Headshok has limited travel, but for the intended use it's perfect. This ain't not downhill or freeride bike.
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Looks sexy, rides smooth, great single speed conversion. Great for XC, frame is strong enough for abuse, but fork needs upgrade if downhilling or freeriding.
Bike Setup: Factory brakes, bar, stem, built my own WTB XC wheels, XTR hubs, Single speed rig using Surly Singleator for tension, Ritchey Cranks, Crank Bros pedals, Truvativ BB, WTB Weirwolf tires.
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SHAWN SIMMONDS
a Weekend Warrior
from BALTIMORE
Date Reviewed: August 14, 2005
Strengths: This bike is probably the best out there!!! What more could you possibly want out of a bike? Good looks, light weight, awesome colors, and responsive like no other!!!
Weaknesses: Cannondale does not make it anymore....well...unless the Prophet suites your needs!! But, nothing like the good old hardtail!!!!!
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If you are lucky enough to fine one of these.......GET IT!!!! NO MATTER THE PRICE!!! Of course evryone has there own little niche for bikes, and there are plenty of manufacturers out there!! I have ridden many different bikes, but I always seem to come back to Cannondale!! Maybe it's better that I not leave!!! RIDE ON!!!!
Similar Products Used: Spent $1,900.00 on a 03 klein Attitude Comp w/plum crazy paint. Awesome bike, but when I saw this on ebay...I sold the klein!!! The klein was an awesome bike, but there is just something about a Cannondale !!!!
Bike Setup: Not sure of the year....one of their earlier models...polished aluminum frame...White Ind. hubs w/Mavic rims...Rock Shox Psylo U-Turn...Chris King headset...full xtr...Syncros crank, bars, seatpost...and lots of ANNO!!!! TOTALLY RETRO!!!!
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Lloyd Opolentisima
a Weekend Warrior
from Cebu, Philippines
Date Reviewed: March 7, 2005
Strengths: Light and strong... had purchased this bike from my officemate... "A STEAL DEAL"... owned this bike for a week and used it mainly for XC...
Weaknesses: The frame design is not good to look at... who cares on the design... it's a Cannondale... hehehehehe... Honestly, the bike is a head turner... No weakness so far...
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This bike rocks... stiff and yet very responsive. A head turner... Planned to upgrade the fork to a Manitou Skareb... upgrade also its headset to fit the 1 1/8" diameter steerer... also upgrade the stem and handle bar to Amoeba Scud...
Similar Products Used: My current MTB is a Mosso...
Bike Setup: Cannondale Killer V 900 (polished)... with ControlTech stem and handle bar, Shimano XTR groupset (8 speed), Mavic 217 Sup rims, Shimano XT hubs, Planet Bike Protege 9 cyclocomputer, Maxxis Larsen Oriflamme tires in front and rear, Shimano PD-515 pedals, Amoeba carbon seatpost and Cannondale Pepperoni fork.
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Glenn Argall
a Cross Country Rider
from Bountiful
Date Reviewed: January 21, 2005
Strengths: Light and Stiff frame. I ride some pretty crazy stuff on this bike and it's still as good as ever (no cracks,dings, etc). I Bought the frame and built it up. This frame is amazing. I bought it in 95' and it still performs the same as new.
Weaknesses: Mine is 1 1/8" head tube. Unable to upgrade to Cannondale suspension. Not made anymore
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I you're looking for a great bike for XC or even slalom/urban, this is it. This Bike has been the best investment I could have made. I will always be a fan of Cannondale. I will have this frame until it brakes, if it does. Definately worth the extra money to get a bike handmade in the USA.
Bike Setup: Manitou front shock, Gripshift, Shimano xt derailleurs, mavic 517/Shimano lx wheelset, FSA orbit mx Headset
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Joe
a Cross Country Rider
from Edinboro PA
Date Reviewed: May 28, 2004
Strengths: great frame, rigid, weilds, light weight, looks
Weaknesses: only weakness is the low end components, CODA, to pretty of a paint job, slightly over priced but I love it
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I bought this bike back in 98 when I was in high school riding a lot and doing a few races. I knew that this frame was good enough to keep for years (6 yrs later). I'll probably keep it until the frame breaks. I am now to the point of replacing the components which was needed long ago. I can't say I've ridden a bike like this one before. I'm now planning on installing a Lefty, since the DD60 headshock has seen better days (great fork though). Anyways this is a great bike and you can probably get it between $400-$500 if you can find one. I wish Cannondale still made this bike.
Similar Products Used: Dback's, Ralieh M60, Univega Rover (actually none of those are close to similar, I've just had those in the past)
Bike Setup: stock 97' kv900ht
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Anthony Moon
a Weekend Warrior
from Green Bay, WI - USA
Date Reviewed: August 8, 2002
Strengths: Awesome look, VERY light weight, god i love this bike.
Weaknesses: rough ride on bumpy trails.
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i owned a 1997 Cannondale Killer-V 900 (paid $550.00) from Team 2 Racing.. now i just bought a 1998 Cannondale Killer-V 900 (paid $598.00) from E-Bay. the guy selling it figured it would go for about $375-$400, unfortunately it didn't stay too low. i'm positive it's well worth it though, that's the only real 'expensive' bike i ever owned and it is the whole reason i ever got into biking. now i've been riding this 30lb. Schwin Mtb. Bike as a temporary bike and it just doesn't even compare. i'll always be a die-hard fan of the Cannondale Killer-V 900.
Similar Products Used: i owned a 1997 and now i JUST purchased a 1998. they BOTH rock/rocked.
Bike Setup: must be good cuz i have NO complaints.
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Amir Moon
a Weekend Warrior
from Union City, CA USA
Date Reviewed: November 3, 2001
Strengths: Great lateral stability, good climber, stiff frame.
Weaknesses: Stock stem has negative degree bend, rigid forks,
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I loved this bike, it was recently stolen. It handled woderfully when I took it up the ski lifts at Snoqualmie. It' too bad Cannondale stop making the Killer V. I am not too impressed with their newer bikes. I just replaced it with a 2001 Klien Adept Comp. Anyone ever noticed the similarities in the frame design, hmmmmmmmmm. Well don't fight it, just ride it.
