ALL NEW FRAME
Completely redesigned for 2013, the Trail SL frames have a new lighter-weight frameset modeled after our high-end Flash frames, new lighter dropouts and more exaggerated SAVE features. Lighter, Stiffer and Smoother.
1.5" HEAD TUBE
The oversized 1.5" head tube increases front end stiffness for better steering and control.
SMOOTH WELDS
Trademark double-pass smooth welds showcase Cannondale's aluminum frame mastery. Since we don't patch fill with putty and paint, our process eliminates the stress-risers and weak points found on traditionally welded frames, enabling us to build lighter, stronger frames everywhere in the line.
Frame
Trail SL, Optimized 6061 alloy, SAVE, 1.5" headtube
Fork
RockShox XC 30 TK, Coil, 100mm, Lockout, 1.5"
Crank
Shimano FC-M430-8, Octalink, 44/32/22
Bottom Bracket
Shimano BB-ES25, Octalink
Shifters
Shimano Acera
Cog Set
Sunrace M96, 11-34, 9-speed
Chain
Shimano HG53
Front Derailleur
Shimano Acera, 31.8 clamp
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore, shadow design, 9-speed
Rims
Maddux DC3.0 Double Wall w/eyelet, 28 hole front, 32 hole rear
Hubs
Cannondale C4 front and rear
Tires
Schwalbe Rapid Rob, 26x2.1
Pedals
FPD Platform
Brake
Shimano BR-M446, 160/160mm
Handlebar
Cannondale C3, 680x20, 6061 double-butted alloy
Stem
Cannondale C4, 1.5", 31.8, 7 degree
Headset
Tange Custom 1.5"
Spokes
Stainless Steel, 15g Black
Grips
CANNONDALE LOCKING GRIPS
Saddle
Cannondale Stage 3
Seat Post
Cannondale C3, 27.2x350MM (S,M) 400mm (L,X)
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
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100%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Attractive (5)
- Comfortable (5)
- Handles well (5)
- Durable (4)
- Lightweight (3)
Cons
- Poor components (4)
Best Uses
- Mountain biking (5)
- Road biking (3)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Avid cyclist (3)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (4)
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Pros
- Attractive Design
- Comfortable
- Handles Well
Cons
- Poor Components
- Shimano Again Why
Best Uses
- Commuting
- Mountain Biking
Comments about cannondale TRAIL SL 3:
bike needs more than a shimano groupset. there is better stuff out there.
luckily you can change it.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attractive Design
- Comfortable
- Durable
- Great Components
- Handles Well
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Mountain Biking
- Road Biking
Comments about cannondale TRAIL SL 3:
everything is perfect! this is the best bike i ever had in my 20+ bike in 4 years
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attractive Design
- Comfortable
- Durable
- Handles Well
- Lightweight
Cons
- Poor Components
Best Uses
- Mountain Biking
- Road Biking
Comments about cannondale TRAIL SL 3:
First mountain bike. A lot of miles on the dale. Did some downhill but i spend most of the time on and off road. Upgraded the crankset and FD to XT and changed the chain to KMC's 10sl. Fast accelerating and gets to top speed quickly. My fastest was 55kmh. I crashed the bike when attempting to lift the back wheel.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Pros
- Attractive Design
- Comfortable
- Durable
- Handles Well
Cons
- Poor Components
- Slippery Tyres
Best Uses
- Mountain Biking
- Road Biking
- Urban Biking
Comments about cannondale TRAIL SL 3:
I use this bike for urban use that includes stairs and 1 to 1.5 foot pavements,,,,and for mild offroad speeding up to 20 to 30 mph.
It handles ok and frame is fairly rigid...
Tyres are a bit slippery and rear derailer tends to make some noises.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attractive Design
- Comfortable
- Durable
- Handles Well
- Lightweight
Cons
- Poor Components
Best Uses
- Mountain Biking
Comments about cannondale TRAIL SL 3:
This is my first bike,as well as my first cannondale product.When I have bought this cannondale,and set up by myself. the felling have been lucky,proud,and so happy.And when my finished set up was midnight but I still got out and try to my newfriend. The fisrt feeling is comfortable, rather light weight and sporty...This is my good bike and the more plus to cannondale for ournewbebi!
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
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