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Compare published geometry, gearing and specifications for up to three bicycles.

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At a glance

Key differences

Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.

  1. Identity & price

    These bicycles are categorized differently: 2010 Cannondale Adventure 3 is City & Commuter; 2012 Cannondale Adventure 3 is Hybrid.

  2. Data limitation

    No geometry is recorded for 2010 Cannondale Adventure 3 and 2012 Cannondale Adventure 3.

Gearing comparison

Lower gears help on climbs. Higher gears suit higher speeds.

RPM

RPM = pedal turns per minute.

2010 Cannondale Adventure 348/38/28T · 12–32T · 8-speed
Lowest0.88:1Highest4.00:1Total range457%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gear6.4 mphHighest gear29.4 mph

Uses front tire 700C×38; rear size isn’t listed.

2012 Cannondale Adventure 348/38/28T · 11–32T · 8-speed
Lowest0.88:1Highest4.36:1Total range499%

Speed unavailable: wheel or tire size is missing or unclear.

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
2010 Cannondale Adventure 3
2012 Cannondale Adventure 3
Overview
Model Year
2010
2012
Brand
Cannondale
Cannondale
Model
Adventure 3
Adventure 3
Bicycle Type
Comfort/commuter
Hybrid/Comfort
Original MSRP
$699.00
Not documented
Colors
Jet Black, Velvet Red
Blue, White
Sizes
S, M, L, XL, jumbo
Jumbo, L, M, S, Tall, XL
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded
—
Frame Material
Adventure, mech formed, 6061 alloy
double butted 6061 alloy
Fork
Adventure Trail Si, 35mm travel
RST Sofi T 50mm
Fork Material
Single
—
Drivetrain
Component Group
Hybrid Mix
—
Shifters
SRAM SX.5 Trigger
Shimano Revo-Twist 8sp
Front Derailleur
SRAM X.4
Shimano M191
Rear Derailleur
SRAM X.7
Shimano Acera 8spd
Crankset
Shimano FC-M361, 28/38/48 teeth
Shimano M131 48/38/28t
Bottom Bracket
Tange cartridge
Tange Cartridge
Cassette
Sram PG830
Sun Race M66 8spd 11-32t
Rear Cogs
8-speed, 12 - 32 teeth
—
Chain
KMC 8-Speed
Kmc
Pedals
Wellgo resin platform w/Kraton insert
FPD Platform
Brakes
Brakes
Cannondale V Brake, w/modulator brakes, Cannondale 4-Finger Comfort levers
Cannondale V Brake
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
1 1/8" FSA Semi integrated
Tange Semi Integrated
Handlebar
Cannondale C3 Riser
Cannondale C4 Riser
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
—
Stem
Satori-UP Adjustable, 110mm
Tranz X Comfort Grip
Saddle
Cannondale Ultra Comfort
Cannondale Ultra Comfort
Seatpost
Cannondale Suspension
Cannondale Suspension post
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Front: Shimano RM40 w/clix QR, Rear: Shimano RM30
—
Rims
Cannondale C3 w/Machined Sidewall
Cannondale C3
Spokes
Stainless, 15ga. (1.8mm)
—
Front Tire
700 x 38c Kenda Kwick Trax
Kenda Kwik Trax 700x38c
Wheel Size
700c wheels
—

Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.

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