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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 F5 and 2010 Cannondale F5.
- Identity & price
2008 Cannondale F5 had an original MSRP $239 lower than 2010 Cannondale F5.
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.
Lowest0.65:1Highest4.00:1Total range618%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Uses front tire 26×2.1; rear size isn’t listed.
Lowest0.65:1Highest4.00:1Total range618%
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 F5
2010 Cannondale F5
Overview
Model Year
2008
2010
Brand
Cannondale
Cannondale
Model
F5
F5
Bicycle Type
Mountain bike, front suspension
Mountain bike, front suspension
Original MSRP
$629.99
$869.00
Colors
Jet Black/Patriot Blue, Jet Black
Jet Black, Race Red
Sizes
S, M, L, XL
S, M, L, X, J
Weight
28.7 lb
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Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded
TIG-welded
Frame Material
C02 SL Alloy
Trail SL Féminine, double butted and hydraulically formed
Fork
RockShox Dart 3 w/lockout, 100mm travel
RST Deuce Air, 100mm travel
Fork Material
Aluminum/magnesium, single crown
Single
Drivetrain
Component Group
Mountain Mix
Mountain Mix
Shifters
SRAM X.5 Trigger
SRAM X.5
Front Derailleur
SRAM X.7
SRAM X.5
Rear Derailleur
SRAM X.5
SRAM X.5
Crankset
TruVativ ISO Flo, 22/32/44 teeth
FSA Alpha Drive, 44/32/22 teeth
Bottom Bracket
FSA TH-7420ST
Tange cartridge
BB Shell Width
68mm English
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Cassette
SRAM PG-950
SRAM PG-950
Rear Cogs
9-speed, 11 - 34 teeth
9-speed, 11 - 34 teeth
Chain
KMC 9-speed
KMC 9-speed
Pedals
Wellgo Alloy Platform
Platform Resin with Steel Cage
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano BR-M415 w/160mm rotor brakes, Cannondale XC levers
Avid BB 5 Mechanical brakes, Cannondale C4 levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
1 1/8" Cannondale Converter
1.5" Tange Custom
Handlebar
Cannondale C3, 31.8mm
Cannondale C3
Handlebar Extensions
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Not included
Stem
Cannondale XC3
Cannondale XC3
Saddle
Cannondale XC
Cannondale C3 Ergonomic Form
Seatpost
Kalloy SP-359, 27.2mm diameter
Cannondale C4, 31.6mm diameter
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Shimano RM-65 disc
Front: Formula DC20, Rear: Formula DC22
Rims
WTB Speed Disc All-Mountain, 32-hole
Maddux DC3.0 Disc, 28-hole/32-hole
Spokes
Stainless steel
15ga. (1.8mm)
Front Tire
26 x 2.10" CST Caballero
26 x 2.1" Kenda Small Block 8
Wheel Size
26" wheels
26" wheels
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.