My husband and I have been having this same conversation....Race bike or comfort/endurance bike. This is his opinon:


How long do you plan to ride?? Over 100 miles? If not, Definately go for the racing bike. If you can - have your bike professional fit to you. That person should be able to set up your race bike for comfort/endurance. Of course the bike geomentry is different, but they should be able to fit you so you are comfortable on your biken (with a simple adjustment of raising your handle bar stem up or down). Let them know, you plan to ride for longer distance.

Don't limit yourself to Cannondale...There are other brands that make awesome carbon fiber bikes. Take the time and try them out.

Hope that helps some!