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Where versatility meets fun. With a lightweight aluminum frame, bump-smoothing 100mm travel fork, and smooth-shifting 8-speed gearing,this r... Read More

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Overview

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A mountain bike built to raise your game and ignite a passion for the trail. Designed for the mountains and ready for anything.

Model Description

Where versatility meets fun. With a lightweight aluminum frame, bump-smoothing 100mm travel fork, and smooth-shifting 8-speed gearing,this rugged hardtail is equally at home on streets and trails.

What it's for

Singletrack exploration, around town cruising, and multi-surface exploration

Highlights

Light and durable SmartForm C3 Alloy frame
SR Suntour XCM suspension fork, 100mm travel
microSHIFT Acolyte 8-speed gearing with trigger-style shifter
Powerful Tektro mechanical disc brakes

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Light, Fast, Built to Last

Cannondale’s C3 alloy frame delivers an easy-to-handle and sporty ride that feels zippy and fun. Lightweight and built to last — kind of like that one pair of jeans you can’t stop wearing (if your jeans came with a lifetime warranty).

Shifting Made Simple

Ditch front derailleur and the clunky front shifters. The 1x drivetrain lets you focus on getting rad, not fiddling with gears. With fewer moving parts, it ensures smooth, reliable shifting for effortless climbs and descents.

We’ve Got Your Back(side)

Comfortable, confidence-boosting geometry and responsive handling mean more smiles per mile, whether you're cruising or charging.

Features

1x Drivetrain

Say goodbye to clunky front shifters and hello to riding like a boss. With one less lever to worry about, you can shift your focus to enjoying the ride.

Right-Sized Wheels

27.5” wheels on XS/S frames and 29” wheels on M-XL frames provide the perfect fit, catering to your proportions for the proper handling, no matter your size.

StraightShot Internal Cable Routing

Keeps your bike looking fresh and your cables out of harm’s way, making maintenance easy to use and hassle-free.

Specs

Details

Platform
Trail
Model Name
Trail 3
Model Code
C2601GU

Frameset

Frame
Trail, SmartForm C3 Alloy, 142x12mm, SAVE, 1-1/8" headtube, post mount disc, StraightShot internal cable routing, dropper post compatible, KickFlip hidden 18mm 2-bolt kickstand mount port, BSA-73, 27.5" wheels (XS, S) / 29" wheels (M, L, XL)
Fork
SR Suntour XCM , coil, 100mm travel, 46mm offset (29"), 80mm travel, 42mm offset (27.5")
Headset
Semi-Integrated, 1-1/8"

Drivetrain

Rear Derailleur
microSHIFT Acolyte, 8-speed
Shifters
microSHIFT Acolyte, trigger-style, 8-speed
Chain
KMC X8, 8-speed
Crank
Prowheel, Charm 30T
Rear Cogs
microSHIFT, 12-42, 8-speed
Bottom Bracket
ProWheel, square taper

Brakes

Brakes
Tektro M280 mechanical disc, 160/160mm rotors
Brake Levers
Tektro RS360A mechanical disc

Wheels

Rims
WTB SX19, 32h
Spokes
Stainless Steel, 14g
Tire Size
2.25
Wheel Size
27.5/29
Hubs
(F) Formula DC-51, 15x100mm / (R) Formula DC-1422, 12x142mm
Tires
WTB Ranger, 27.5x2.25" (XS, S) / 29x2.25" (M, L, XL)

Components

Handlebar
6061 Alloy Riser, 31.8mm, 25mm rise, 700mm
Stem
6061 Alloy, 31.8, 8°
Grips
Cannondale Push On
Saddle
Cannondale Trail
Seatpost
6061 Alloy, 31.6x400mm

Please note that, based on component availability and other factors, specifications are subject to change without notice.

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Model Description

What it's for

Highlights

Features

1x Drivetrain

Right-Sized Wheels

StraightShot Internal Cable Routing

Details

Frameset

Drivetrain

Brakes

Wheels

Components

Specifications

Details

Platform

Model Name

Model Code

Frameset

Frame

Fork

Headset

Rear Shock

E-System

Drive Unit

Battery

Charger

Display

Certifications

Drivetrain

Rear Derailleur

Front Derailleur

Shifters

Chain

Crank

Rear Cogs

Bottom Bracket

Pedals

Brakes

Brakes

Brake Levers

Wheels

Front Hub

Rear Hub

Rim Material

Rim Depth

Rim Outer Width

Rim Inner Width

Rim Type

Nipple Type

Wheel Weight

Dish Offset

Effective Rim Diameter

Maximum Spoke Tension

Max Tire Pressure

Brake Type

Rider Weight Limit

Rims

Spokes

Spoke Count

Spoke Length (NDS-DS)

Spoke Type

Tire Size

Wheel Size

Hubs

Tires

Front Tire

Rear Tire

Tire Bead

Tire Casing

Tire Protection

Tire Type

Components