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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: 2011 Cannondale Adventure 2 is City & Commuter; 2012 Cannondale Adventure 2 is Hybrid.

  2. Data limitation

    No geometry is recorded for 2011 Cannondale Adventure 2 and 2012 Cannondale Adventure 2.

Gearing comparison

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

RPM

RPM = pedal turns per minute.

2011 Cannondale Adventure 248/38/28T · 11–32T · 8-speed
Lowest0.88:1Highest4.36:1Total range499%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gear6.4 mphHighest gear32.1 mph

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

2012 Cannondale Adventure 248/38/28T · 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
2011 Cannondale Adventure 2
2012 Cannondale Adventure 2
Overview
Model Year
2011
2012
Brand
Cannondale
Cannondale
Model
Adventure 2
Adventure 2
Bicycle Type
Comfort/commuter
Hybrid/Comfort
Colors
Indigo Blue (gloss), Charcoal Gray (gloss)
Berry, Black
Sizes
S, M, L, XL
Jumbo, L, M, S, Tall, XL
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded
—
Frame Material
Alloy
double butted 6061 alloy
Fork
Adventure Trail Si, 35mm travel
Adventure Trail Si suspension
Fork Material
Steel, single crown
—
Drivetrain
Component Group
Commuter Mix
—
Shifters
Shimano Revo Twist Type
Shimano Revo-Twist 8sp
Front Derailleur
Shimano M191
Shimano M191
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Alivio
Shimano Alivio 8spd
Crankset
Shimano M191, 28/38/48 teeth
Shimano M311 48/38/28t
Bottom Bracket
Tange cartridge
Tange Cartridge
Cassette
Sunrace CSM668
Sun Race M66 8spd 11-32t
Rear Cogs
8-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
—
Chain
KMC X8
Kmc
Pedals
FPD Resin w/kraton insert
FPD Platform
Brakes
Brakes
Cannondale V Brake, w/modulator brakes, Cannondale levers
Cannondale V Brake
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
Integrated
Tange Semi Integrated
Handlebar
Cannondale C4
Cannondale C4 Riser
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
—
Stem
Tranz X Comfort Grip
Tranz X Comfort Grip
Saddle
Cannondale Ultra Comfort
Cannondale Ultra Comfort
Seatpost
Cannondale Suspension, 27.2mm diameter
Cannondale Suspension post
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Front: Formula FM-21, Rear: Formula FM-22
—
Rims
Cannondale C3
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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