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Cannondale Bikes Recalled

The frames on some of these bicycles have been improperly manufactured, causing too much of the thickest portion of the downtube to be removed. This could cause the frame to break during use, resulting in falls and serious injury to riders.

Cannondale has received three reports of frames breaking. One minor injury was reported.

The recall involves the following bicycle models with medium and large-sized frames:

• 2002 Gemini 1000
• 2002 Gemini 2000
• 2003 Gemini 900
• 2003 Gemini 2000
• 2003 Gemini 1000

The bicycles have "Cannondale" written on the downtube, and "Gemini" and the model number are written on the top tube. The bicycles were sold in various colors.

Authorized Cannondale retailers nationwide sold these bicycles from December 2001 through September 2002 for between $2,100 and $3,800.

Consumers should stop riding these bicycles immediately and contact their local Cannondale retailer for a free inspection of their bicycle frame. Consumers with improperly manufactured frames will have a free replacement frame installed. For more information, consumers can contact Cannondale at (800) BIKEUSA or visit the company's web site at www.cannondale.com to find a local retailer.

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