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At a glance
Key differences
Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.
- Data limitation
No geometry is recorded for 2008 Cannondale F3 and 2009 Cannondale F3.
- Identity & price
2008 Cannondale F3 had an original MSRP $100 lower than 2009 Cannondale F3.
Original MSRP is the published list price when new, not today’s used-bike value.
Gearing comparison
Lower gears help on climbs. Higher gears suit higher speeds.
RPM
RPM = pedal turns per minute.
Lowest0.69:1Highest4.00:1Total range582%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Uses front tire 26×2.1; rear size isn’t listed.
Lowest0.69:1Highest4.00:1Total range582%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Uses front tire 26×2.1; rear size isn’t listed.
How it works
Ratio = front teeth ÷ rear teeth. Hub gears also include the hub’s internal ratio. A 400% range means the highest ratio is four times the lowest.
Speeds are estimates from tire size and pedal cadence. Actual speeds vary.
Complete specification tableShows different published values and gaps where a bicycle lacks data. Different wording reflects source language, not necessarily different components. Swipe for more columns.
Specification
2008 Cannondale F3
2009 Cannondale F3
Overview
Model Year
2008
2009
Brand
Cannondale
Cannondale
Model
F3
F3
Bicycle Type
Mountain bike, front suspension
Mountain bike, front suspension
Original MSRP
$1,199.99
$1,299.99
Colors
Patriot Blue, Jet Black
Charcoal Gray, Lightning White
Sizes
S, M, L, XL
S, M, L, XL
Weight
26.3 lb
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Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded
TIG-welded
Frame Material
Caffeine Aluminum
Caffeine Aluminum
Fork
Cannondale Super Fatty Ultra DLR, 80mm travel
Cannondale HeadShok Super Fatty DLR, 80mm
Fork Material
Aluminum
Aluminum, single crown
Drivetrain
Component Group
SRAM X.7/mix
Mountain Mix
Shifters
SRAM X.7 Trigger
SRAM X.7 Trigger
Front Derailleur
Shimano Deore
Shimano Deore
Rear Derailleur
SRAM X.7
SRAM X.7
Crankset
Shimano FC-521, 22/32/44 teeth
Shimano FC-M521, 22/32/44 teeth
Bottom Bracket
Shimano Octalink
Shimano Octalink
BB Shell Width
68mm English
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Cassette
Shimano HG-50
Shimano HG50
Rear Cogs
9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
Chain
Shimano 9 speed
Shimano Nine Speed
Pedals
Wellgo clipless
Crank Brothers Smarty
Brakes
Brakes
Avid Juicy 3 w/160mm rotor brakes, Avid Juicy 3 levers
Avid Juicy 3 w/160mm rotor brakes, Avid Juicy 3 levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
Cannondale HeadShok Si
Cannondale HeadShok Si
Handlebar
Cannondale C3, 31.8mm
Cannondale C3 Riser
Handlebar Extensions
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Not included
Stem
Cannondale XC3 HeadShok
Cannondale XC3 HeadShok
Saddle
Cannondale X-Country
Cannondale Co2
Seatpost
Cannondale Alloy, 27.2mm diameter
Cannondale Alloy, 27.2mm diameter
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Shimano M475
Shimano M475 disc
Rims
WTB Speed Disc XC, 32-hole
Jalco X-320 Disc, 32-hole
Spokes
DT Swiss Champion stainless steel
DT Swiss Champion
Front Tire
26 x 2.10" Maxxis Ridgeline
26 x 2.10" Kenda Nevegal
Wheel Size
26" wheels
26" wheels
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.