Aug 03 2008
1986 Cannondale ST-500
I picked up my 1986 Cannondale ST 500 in Emporia, KS at Pedal Revolution for around $300. That was back in 2002. Here’s a picture of it as it appeared in the bike shop:
And here’s what it looks like now:
The Cannondale ST500 was my first bike ever equipped with clipless pedals, and as Murphy’s Law is always near, I wrecked on my first day because I couldn’t figure out how to get out of the pedals. Eventually, I got used to them, and later added original Baggins Bags: the Baggins Candy Bar Bag and Baggins Banana Bag, piggy-backing on a Brooks B.17 saddle. Mmm. Leather.
I have one too! I think mine is an 83 model,but really can’t tell what year, wish there was a way to tell. I think these were their first road bikes (touring) Can you tell me how you figured out the year of manufacture? thanks. ron
Hi Ron, there is a great resource at Vintage Cannondale that can help you identify the year your Cannondale was made. Follow the link to vintagecannondale.com and click on Info/Serial Numbers.
Ron, to answer your wish for manufacture info=== ser # located on chainstay,is as follows——— ##=frame size ######=month,day,year ###=build sequence. I’ve got an 86 an love it. that vintage cannondale site is very good info sourcing.
Micheal: I have an st 500 too which I really love. The changes you made to yours are amazing. I hope you will share what was necessary to change the drivetrain so I can keep mine running in the future. Thank you for your time. David
Guys:
I also got my hands on a ST500. It was hanging in my mom’s garage for years. Looks like a 1983. I’m in the process of replacing the components. Any advice would be much appreciated. I’m looking at the Shimano 105 components via Nashbar.
Just broke mine out of the shed, I haven’t riden it in years.It seems like yesterday when I got it.
Bought it in Va. Beach Va. All Original with Blackburn Rack and Cannondale Bags.
Ser # AA00294 with I believe was made in 83
Still in Great shape, was surprised the tires w/french valves still hold air.
I just accquired a ST500 that someone left by the dumpster,it looks to be in terrific shape.I dont know a lot about the cannondale history but i do know they are one of the worlds top bicycles,anyone with info. please let me know.