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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 F3 and 2008 Cannondale F3.
- Identity & price
2008 Cannondale F3 had an original MSRP $100 lower than 2009 Cannondale F3.
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.
Lowest0.69:1Highest4.00:1Total range582%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Uses front tire 26×2.1; rear size isn’t listed.
Lowest0.69:1Highest4.00:1Total range582%
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.
Complete specification tableShows different published values and gaps where a bicycle lacks data. Different wording reflects source language, not necessarily different components. Swipe for more columns.
Specification
2009 Cannondale F3
2008 Cannondale F3
Overview
Model Year
2009
2008
Brand
Cannondale
Cannondale
Model
F3
F3
Bicycle Type
Mountain bike, front suspension
Mountain bike, front suspension
Original MSRP
$1,299.99
$1,199.99
Colors
Charcoal Gray, Lightning White
Patriot Blue, Jet Black
Sizes
S, M, L, XL
S, M, L, XL
Weight
—
26.3 lb
Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded
TIG-welded
Frame Material
Caffeine Aluminum
Caffeine Aluminum
Fork
Cannondale HeadShok Super Fatty DLR, 80mm
Cannondale Super Fatty Ultra DLR, 80mm travel
Fork Material
Aluminum, single crown
Aluminum
Drivetrain
Component Group
Mountain Mix
SRAM X.7/mix
Shifters
SRAM X.7 Trigger
SRAM X.7 Trigger
Front Derailleur
Shimano Deore
Shimano Deore
Rear Derailleur
SRAM X.7
SRAM X.7
Crankset
Shimano FC-M521, 22/32/44 teeth
Shimano FC-521, 22/32/44 teeth
Bottom Bracket
Shimano Octalink
Shimano Octalink
BB Shell Width
—
68mm English
Cassette
Shimano HG50
Shimano HG-50
Rear Cogs
9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
Chain
Shimano Nine Speed
Shimano 9 speed
Pedals
Crank Brothers Smarty
Wellgo clipless
Brakes
Brakes
Avid Juicy 3 w/160mm rotor brakes, Avid Juicy 3 levers
Avid Juicy 3 w/160mm rotor brakes, Avid Juicy 3 levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
Cannondale HeadShok Si
Cannondale HeadShok Si
Handlebar
Cannondale C3 Riser
Cannondale C3, 31.8mm
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
—
Stem
Cannondale XC3 HeadShok
Cannondale XC3 HeadShok
Saddle
Cannondale Co2
Cannondale X-Country
Seatpost
Cannondale Alloy, 27.2mm diameter
Cannondale Alloy, 27.2mm diameter
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Shimano M475 disc
Shimano M475
Rims
Jalco X-320 Disc, 32-hole
WTB Speed Disc XC, 32-hole
Spokes
DT Swiss Champion
DT Swiss Champion stainless steel
Front Tire
26 x 2.10" Kenda Nevegal
26 x 2.10" Maxxis Ridgeline
Wheel Size
26" wheels
26" wheels
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.