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- Frame
- Adventure, mech formed, 6061 alloy
- Groupset
- Hybrid Mix
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Key differences
Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.
- Identity & price
These bicycles are categorized differently: 2009 Cannondale Adventure 2 is Hybrid; 2010 Cannondale Adventure 2 is City & Commuter.
- Data limitation
No geometry is recorded for 2009 Cannondale Adventure 2 and 2010 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
2010 Cannondale Adventure 2
Overview
Model Year
2009
2010
Brand
Cannondale
Cannondale
Model
Adventure 2
Adventure 2
Bicycle Type
Hybrid
Comfort/commuter
Original MSRP
$799.99
$869.00
Colors
Steel Gray/Patriot Blue, Titanium Gray/Jet Black
Cadet Blue, Touring Green
Sizes
S, M, L, XL, jumbo
S, M, L, XL, jumbo
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded
TIG-welded
Frame Material
CO2 Alloy
Adventure, mech formed, 6061 alloy
Fork
RockShox I-Ride Lockout, 50mm travel
Adventure Trail Si, 35mm travel
Fork Material
Single
Single
Drivetrain
Component Group
Hybrid Mix
Hybrid Mix
Shifters
Shimano Nexus Inter-8
Shimano Nexus Inter-8
Crankset
RPM CY2F, 33 teeth
FSA, 38 teeth
Bottom Bracket
Shimano BB-UN26
Tange cartridge
Cassette
Shimano Inter-8
Shimano Inter-8
Rear Cogs
8-speed internal, 16 teeth
8-speed internal
Chain
KMC Z72
KMC 8-Speed
Pedals
Wellgo resin platform w/Kraton insert
FPD Resin, Kraton Insert
Brakes
Brakes
ProMax TX-120 brakes, Cannondale 4-Finger Comfort levers
Cannondale V Brake, w/modulator brakes, Shimano Nexus Alloy 4-finger levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
1 1/8" Semi integrated
FSA Semi integrated
Handlebar
Cannondale C3 Riser
Cannondale C3 Riser
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
Not included
Stem
Adjustable
Satori adjustable
Saddle
Cannondale SuperCush w/Springs
Cannondale Ultra Comfort
Seatpost
Satori Poise XC suspension, 27.2mm diameter
Cannondale Suspension, 27.2mm diameter
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Front: Shimano RM40, Rear: Shimano Nexus Inter-8 Premium
Front: Shimano RM40, Rear: Shimano Nexus Inter-8 Premium
Rims
Cannondale C3 w/Machined Sidewall, 36-hole
Cannondale C3 w/Machined Sidewall, 36-hole
Spokes
Stainless, 14ga. (2.0mm)
Stainless, 14ga. (2.0mm)
Front Tire
700 x 38c CST Selecta w/Kevlar
700 x 38c Kenda Kwick Trax
Wheel Size
700c wheels
700c wheels
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.