Cannondale CAAD Optimo 3 vs Giant Contend AR 3

A side-by-side comparison of two road bikes available in Australia, on price and specs. The Cannondale CAAD Optimo 3 is the lower-priced of the two.

Cannondale CAAD Optimo 3
Cannondale
CAAD Optimo 3
$1,199
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Giant Contend AR 3
Giant
Contend AR 3
$1,799
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Price$1,199$1,799
CategoryRoadRoad
TypeNon-electricNon-electric
Geometry
Frame size56M
Reach390 mm384 mm
Stack575 mm594 mm
Stack/reach1.471.55
Head angle72.6 deg72.5 deg
Seat angle73.3 deg73 deg
Wheelbase1006 mm1016 mm
Chainstay415 mm422 mm
BB drop-79 mm
Gearing
Lowest ratio (climbing)1.131
Highest ratio (speed)4.554.55
GearingEndurance gearingLow climbing gear
Drivetrain and build
GroupsetShimano SoraShimano Sora
Drive2x2x
Speeds99
CassetteShimano HG50, 11-30, 9-speedShimano CS-HG400, 11-34
BrakesPromax RC-452 dual pivot rim brakeTektro MD-C550
WheelsetFormula hubs, RS 3.0 rimsGiant S-R2 Disc
Stock tyre700x25c700x32c
Max tyre clearance-38 mm

BikeFinder Data Profile. Geometry and component figures are researched from published manufacturer and retailer sources, not physical ride tests, and can vary by model year.

Specs and pricing are listed in AUD and sourced from Australian retail listings. Confirm current details with the seller before purchase.