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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 5 and 2008 Cannondale Adventure 5.
- Identity & price
2008 Cannondale Adventure 5 had an original MSRP $100 lower than 2009 Cannondale Adventure 5.
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.
Lowest0.88:1Highest4.00:1Total range457%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Uses front tire 700C×38; rear size isn’t listed.
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 5
2008 Cannondale Adventure 5
Overview
Model Year
2009
2008
Brand
Cannondale
Cannondale
Model
Adventure 5
Adventure 5
Bicycle Type
Hybrid
Hybrid
Original MSRP
$469.99
$369.99
Colors
Jet Black, Patriot Blue
Patriot Blue, Jet Black
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
Spinner Tridium AC, 50mm travel
Spinner Tridium AC, 50mm travel
Fork Material
Single
Single
Drivetrain
Component Group
Hybrid Mix
Hybrid Mix
Shifters
Shimano SL-RS41 Revo Twist
Shimano SL-RS41 Revo Twist
Front Derailleur
SRAM 3.0
SRAM 3.0
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Alivio
Shimano Alivio
Crankset
Shimano FC-M151, 28/38/48 teeth
Shimano FC-M151, 28/38/48 teeth
Bottom Bracket
TH Cartridge
TH Cartridge
Cassette
Sunrace M66
Sunrace M66
Rear Cogs
8-speed, 12 - 32 teeth
8-speed, 11 - 32 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 threaded
Handlebar
HL Zoom MTB-155
HL Zoom MTB-155
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
—
Stem
Adjustable quill-style
Adjustable quill-style
Saddle
Cannondale SuperCush w/Springs
Cannondale SuperCush w/Springs
Seatpost
Promax SP-896, 27.2mm diameter
Promax SP-896, 27.2mm diameter
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Front: Formula FM-31, Rear: Formula FM-32
Front: Formula FM-31 w/Clix QR skewer, Rear: Formula FM-32
Rims
Cannondale C4, 36-hole
Cannondale C4, 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.