I am thinking of purchasing a 2011 Cannondale (either supersix or CAAD10). From what I understand, the company that owns Schwinn recently purchased Cannondale, and all manufacturing is being relocated overseas.
The largest bike shop here in Rochester, NY (Park Ave bike) will no longer be selling Cannondales....The shop employee I spoke with explained that they are no longer carrying the brand because they feel the quality is going to drastically decrease.
I raised this concern at a different shop who also carries Cannondales. The employee spoke with couldnt have disagreed more. He explained that they will be using the same manufacturing processes, and the current Cannondale staff has trained the overseas factory on welding techniques, etc.
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So, should I be wary of purchasing a 2011? I would appreciate anyone's thoughts!
The largest bike shop here in Rochester, NY (Park Ave bike) will no longer be selling Cannondales....The shop employee I spoke with explained that they are no longer carrying the brand because they feel the quality is going to drastically decrease.
I raised this concern at a different shop who also carries Cannondales. The employee spoke with couldnt have disagreed more. He explained that they will be using the same manufacturing processes, and the current Cannondale staff has trained the overseas factory on welding techniques, etc.
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So, should I be wary of purchasing a 2011? I would appreciate anyone's thoughts!