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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 2009 Cannondale Adventure 2 and 2008 Cannondale Adventure 2.
Gearing comparison
Lower gears help on climbs. Higher gears suit higher speeds.
RPM
RPM = pedal turns per minute.
Gearing unavailable for this size.
Gearing unavailable for this size.
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
2009 Cannondale Adventure 2
2008 Cannondale Adventure 2
Overview
Model Year
2009
2008
Brand
Cannondale
Cannondale
Model
Adventure 2
Adventure 2
Bicycle Type
Hybrid
Hybrid
Original MSRP
$799.99
$749.99
Colors
Steel Gray/Patriot Blue, Titanium Gray/Jet Black
Titanium Grey w/Jet Black, Steel Grey w/Patriot Blue
Sizes
S, M, L, XL, jumbo
S, M, L, XL, jumbo
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded
TIG-welded
Frame Material
CO2 Alloy
C02 Alloy
Fork
RockShox I-Ride Lockout, 50mm travel
RockShox I-Ride Lockout, 50mm travel
Fork Material
Single
Aluminum
Drivetrain
Component Group
Hybrid Mix
Hybrid Mix
Shifters
Shimano Nexus Inter-8
Shimano Nexus Later-8 Twist
Crankset
RPM CY2F, 33 teeth
RPM CY2F, 33 teeth
Bottom Bracket
Shimano BB-UN26
Shimano Later-8, 16
Cassette
Shimano Inter-8
Shimano CS-HG50
Rear Cogs
8-speed internal, 16 teeth
8-speed, 11 - 34 teeth
Chain
KMC Z72
KMC Z72 8-speed
Pedals
Wellgo resin platform w/Kraton insert
Wellgo resin platform w/Kraton insert
Brakes
Brakes
ProMax TX-120 brakes, Cannondale 4-Finger Comfort levers
ProMax TX-120 brakes, Cannondale 4-Finger Comfort levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
1 1/8" Semi integrated
Semi integrated
Handlebar
Cannondale C3 Riser
Cannondale C3
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
—
Stem
Adjustable
Adjustable rise
Saddle
Cannondale SuperCush w/Springs
Cannondale SuperCush w/Springs
Seatpost
Satori Poise XC suspension, 27.2mm diameter
Satori Poise XC suspension, 27.2mm diameter
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Front: Shimano RM40, Rear: Shimano Nexus Inter-8 Premium
Front: Shimano HB-RM 40, Rear: Shimano Nexus Later-8 Premium
Rims
Cannondale C3 w/Machined Sidewall, 36-hole
Cannondale C3 w/Machined Sidewall, 36-hole
Spokes
Stainless, 14ga. (2.0mm)
Stainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm)
Front Tire
700 x 38c CST Selecta w/Kevlar
700 x 38c CST Selecta w/Kevlar
Wheel Size
700c wheels
700c wheels
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.