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Key differences
Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.
- Data limitation
No geometry is recorded for 2008 Cannondale F5 and 2007 Cannondale F5.
- Gearing
2008 Cannondale F5 has a 6% lower climbing ratio than 2007 Cannondale F5.
A lower ratio gives more mechanical advantage; rear-wheel rollout determines distance per crank turn.
- Equipment
2008 Cannondale F5 has 20 mm more front travel than 2007 Cannondale F5 in the selected sizes.
Front travel is fork suspension stroke, not rear-wheel travel.
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.
Lowest0.69:1Highest3.82:1Total range555%
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.
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Specification
2008 Cannondale F5
2007 Cannondale F5
Overview
Model Year
2008
2007
Brand
Cannondale
Cannondale
Model
F5
F5
Bicycle Type
Mountain bike, front suspension
Mountain bike, front suspension
Original MSRP
$629.99
$579.99
Colors
Jet Black/Patriot Blue, Jet Black
Jet Black, Race Red
Sizes
S, M, L, XL
S, M, L, XL, petite
Weight
28.7 lb
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Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded
TIG-welded
Frame Material
C02 SL Alloy
Aluminum
Fork
RockShox Dart 3 w/lockout, 100mm travel
RockShox Dart 2, 80mm travel
Fork Material
Aluminum/magnesium, single crown
Aluminum/magnesium, single crown
Drivetrain
Component Group
Mountain Mix
Mountain Mix
Shifters
SRAM X.5 Trigger
SRAM SX5 Trigger
Front Derailleur
SRAM X.7
Shimano Alivio
Rear Derailleur
SRAM X.5
SRAM SX5
Crankset
TruVativ ISO Flo, 22/32/44 teeth
TruVativ ISO Flo, 22/32/42 teeth
Bottom Bracket
FSA TH-7420ST
Shimano BB-UN26
BB Shell Width
68mm English
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Cassette
SRAM PG-950
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Rear Cogs
9-speed, 11 - 34 teeth
8-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
Chain
KMC 9-speed
SRAM 8-Speed
Pedals
Wellgo Alloy Platform
Wellgo alloy cage w/clip and strap
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano BR-M415 w/160mm rotor brakes, Cannondale XC levers
Promax DSK-320 brakes, Cannondale Fire levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
1 1/8" Cannondale Converter
FSA Converter
Handlebar
Cannondale C3, 31.8mm
Cannondale C3
Stem
Cannondale XC3
Cannondale XC3
Saddle
Cannondale XC
Cannondale Mountain-V
Seatpost
Kalloy SP-359, 27.2mm diameter
Cannondale C4 Alloy
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Shimano RM-65 disc
JoyTech disc
Rims
WTB Speed Disc All-Mountain, 32-hole
Sun Black Eye, 32-hole
Spokes
Stainless steel
Mach1
Front Tire
26 x 2.10" CST Caballero
26 x 2.10" CST Caballero
Wheel Size
26" wheels
26" wheels
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.