Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset 105, microSHIFT -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 2 × 11 -
Brakes Rim
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Slice, BallisTec Carbon, AERO SAVE, Di2 ready, PF30A
Suspension Fork
Slice, BallisTec Carbon, 1-1/8"
Rear Shock
N/A
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano 105 5800
Front Derailleur
Shimano 105 5800, braze-on
Shift Levers
MicroShift bar-end Carbon
Cassette
Shimano 105 5800, 11-28, 11-speed
Crank
FSA Gossamer Pro, BB30a, 52/36
Bottom Bracket
FSA PF30A
Chain
Shimano HG600, 11-speed
Pedals
N/A
Wheels
Front Hub
Shimano RS11
Rear Hub
Shimano RS11
Rims
Shimano RS11
Spokes
Shimano RS11
Tires
Schwalbe Lugano, 700x25c, folding
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano 105 5800, Direct Mount
Brake Levers
Alloy Aero Levers
Cockpit
Stem
Cannondale C3, 6061 Alloy, 31.8, 6 deg.
Handlebar
Cannondale C3 base bar, 31.8 w/ FSA Tri Max Team clip ons
Grips
Cannondale Bar Tape w/Gel, 2.5mm
Headset
Slice, Si, 25mm carbon top cap, 5mm hidden top cap
Seat
Saddle
Cannondale Ergo Tri
Seatpost
Slice Aero carbon
Model Overview
Slice 105 is part of the Cannondale Slice model. Cannondale released 7 bikes variations of this model so far. Check out the entire range from 2017 of this model, by clicking this link.
Model range prices
Cannondale Slice Women’s 105 2017 is the cheapest bike model and costs 1949$. Cannondale Slice Hi-MOD Dura Ace Di2 2017 is the most expensive one and costs 4499$.
Safety
Make sure you wear a helmet on every ride, and that your bike performs well. In short, this means checking the tires, brakes, and chain to make sure everything is in good working order.
Average price for Triathlon bikes
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Triathlon bike is 4177$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Triathlon bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 1949$. If we compare this with the average Triathlon bike cost we notice that the price is 114.32% lower.
Overview of components
Fork material
Slice 105 has a carbon fork, so, it’s a great addition to the bike’s value. However, carbon forks should be regularly inspected for damage because even the smallest crack could cause the fork to fall apart.
Wheels size
When leaving the production line, the Slice 105 model has 700c aluminum wheels. These are the most popular wheels for road, aero, gravel, cyclocross, race, and gravel bikes. However, these wheels don’t perform so well when passing over obstacles.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Cannondale Slice 105 has Rim brakes installed. Rim brakes are cheaper than hydraulic brakes, and also easier to maintain. However, you could spend a little extra and get a bike that has hydraulic brakes.
Sizes
This bike has one size only, so it might not fit you. In conclusion, make sure it fits you, or look for another model.