2009 vs 2011 Cannondale Synapse 5

[TigerMom]

I am still a newbie relatively speaking.

But based on the components which seem quite similar, I would go with the 2011 for the resale value AND, in general, Cannondale/bike makers tend to improve on the frames every few years so that the frames are stronger and lighter but at a lower or same weight as before.

Another thing that you can do for your research is that you can call Cannondale and talk to their techs about the 2 bikes. Ask them which bike they would choose and why. I did that when I had a choice between a Specialized Amira 2012 and a Specialized Amira 2011 at the same price point offered to me (both bikes with Shimano 105 components).

[Owlie]

There might be some difference in the shifters between 2009 and 2011 too, considering the trickle-down from improvements in the top-end groups.