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City & Commuter · Non-electric
2011 Cannondale Adventure 2
- Not published
- Original MSRP
- Not documented
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At a glance
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; 2011 Cannondale Adventure 2 is City & Commuter.
- Data limitation
No geometry is recorded for 2009 Cannondale Adventure 2 and 2011 Cannondale Adventure 2.
- Data limitation
Only 2011 Cannondale Adventure 2 has enough published drivetrain data for gearing calculations.
Gearing comparison
Lower gears help on climbs. Higher gears suit higher speeds.
RPM
RPM = pedal turns per minute.
Gearing unavailable for this size.
Lowest0.88:1Highest4.36:1Total range499%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Uses front tire 700C×38; 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
2009 Cannondale Adventure 2
2011 Cannondale Adventure 2
Overview
Model Year
2009
2011
Brand
Cannondale
Cannondale
Model
Adventure 2
Adventure 2
Bicycle Type
Hybrid
Comfort/commuter
Original MSRP
$799.99
Not documented
Colors
Steel Gray/Patriot Blue, Titanium Gray/Jet Black
Indigo Blue (gloss), Charcoal Gray (gloss)
Sizes
S, M, L, XL, jumbo
S, M, L, XL
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded
TIG-welded
Frame Material
CO2 Alloy
Alloy
Fork
RockShox I-Ride Lockout, 50mm travel
Adventure Trail Si, 35mm travel
Fork Material
Single
Steel, single crown
Drivetrain
Component Group
Hybrid Mix
Commuter Mix
Shifters
Shimano Nexus Inter-8
Shimano Revo Twist Type
Front Derailleur
—
Shimano M191
Rear Derailleur
—
Shimano Alivio
Crankset
RPM CY2F, 33 teeth
Shimano M191, 28/38/48 teeth
Bottom Bracket
Shimano BB-UN26
Tange cartridge
Cassette
Shimano Inter-8
Sunrace CSM668
Rear Cogs
8-speed internal, 16 teeth
8-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
Chain
KMC Z72
KMC X8
Pedals
Wellgo resin platform w/Kraton insert
FPD Resin w/kraton insert
Brakes
Brakes
ProMax TX-120 brakes, Cannondale 4-Finger Comfort levers
Cannondale V Brake, w/modulator brakes, Cannondale levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
1 1/8" Semi integrated
Integrated
Handlebar
Cannondale C3 Riser
Cannondale C4
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
Not included
Stem
Adjustable
Tranz X Comfort Grip
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: Formula FM-21, Rear: Formula FM-22
Rims
Cannondale C3 w/Machined Sidewall, 36-hole
Cannondale C3
Spokes
Stainless, 14ga. (2.0mm)
Stainless, 15ga. (1.8mm)
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.