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PART I

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Table of Contents4
General Warning6
A Special Note for Parents6
Section 1. First7
A Bike Fit7
B Safety First7
C Mechanical Safety Check8
D First Ride10
Section 2. Safety10
A the Basics11
B Riding Safety12
C Off-Road Safety13
D Wet Weather Riding13
E Night Riding14
F Extreme, Stunt, or Competition Riding15
G Changing Components Adding Accessories16
Section 3. Fit17
A Stand over Height17
B Saddle Position18
Handlebar Height and Angle20
D Control Position Adjustments21
E Brake Reach21
Section 4. Tech22
A Wheels22
B Seat Post Cam Action Clamp28
C Brakes29
Coaster Brakes32
D Shifting Gears33
E Pedals35
F Bicycle Suspension36
G Tires and Tubes37
Section 5. Service40
A Service Intervals41
B if Your Bicycle Sustains an Impact43
Section A. Important Safety Info44
A Wide Range of Injuries Are Possible44
Bicycles Cannot Protect You44
Bicycling Inherent Risk44
Warning Label45
Riding in Traffic, Commuting45
Riding at Night, Dusk, Dawn46
Refinishing47
Modifications47
Child Carriers48
Bicycles Have Sharp Surfaces48
Bar Ends48
Installing Accessories48
Aerodynamic Handlebars49
About Shimmy50
Toe Clip Overlap50
Tire Size51
Tire & Rim Pressure Compatibility51
How to Check Wheel Rim Wear52
Understanding Disc Brakes on Road Bikes52
Brake Power Modulators53
Aftermarket Brake Systems53
Aftermarket Power Systems53
Section B. Intended Use54
CONDITION 1 High-Performance Road55
CONDITION 2 General Purpose Riding57
Hardtails59
CONDITION 4 All-Mountain, Overmountain60
Downhill, Dirt Jump61
Section C. Mountain Bike Riding63
Off-Road Riding63
Bike Types63
Inspection and Maintenance Routines63
Suspension64
Jumping64
Stay in Control64
Downhill and Lift-Serviced Riding64
Shifting Gears While Pedaling65
Freeride and Downhill Riding66
Section D. Inspect for Safety68
Understanding Metals69
Understanding Composites (Carbon Fiber)74
Understanding Components76
Bicycle Lifespan78
Useful Life of Lightweight Frames78
Section E. Maintenance79
Day Service79
Cleaning79
Preventing Corrosion79
Lubrication80
Tightening Torques80
Repair/Work Stands81
Protect from Extreme Temperatures81
Riding through Water81
Applying Frame Protection82
Water Bottles84
Section F. Limited Warranty85
Cannondale Limited Warranty85
Product Registration87
Serial Number87
Section G. Pre-Ride Checklist89
Cannondale BB30 Standard Bicycle Frames90
Maximum Fork Length91
Care and Maintenance of92
Carbon Fiber Seat Posts92
Care and Maintenance of Carbon Fiber Forks and Stems96
Bicycle Racks100
Using Bicycle Trainers102
Trainers: Risks to Children102
Bicycle Lights103
Foreign Objects (Riding Hazard)104

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