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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 2008 Cannondale Chase 1 and 2006 Cannondale Chase 1.
- Gearing
2008 Cannondale Chase 1 has a 11% lower climbing ratio than 2006 Cannondale Chase 1.
A lower ratio gives more mechanical advantage; rear-wheel rollout determines distance per crank turn.
- Identity & price
2008 Cannondale Chase 1 had an original MSRP $800 lower than 2006 Cannondale Chase 1.
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.
Lowest1.00:1Highest2.91:1Total range291%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Uses front tire 26×2.25; rear size isn’t listed.
Lowest1.13:1Highest3.27:1Total range291%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Uses front tire 26×2.4; 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
2008 Cannondale Chase 1
2006 Cannondale Chase 1
Overview
Model Year
2008
2006
Brand
Cannondale
Cannondale
Model
Chase 1
Chase 1
Bicycle Type
Mountain bike, front suspension
Mountain bike, front suspension
Original MSRP
$1,199.99
$1,999.99
Colors
Velvet Red
Lightning White
Sizes
S, M
S, M
Weight
33.9 lb
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Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded
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Frame Material
Aluminum
Chase
Fork
Marzocchi Dirt Jumper 2, 80mm travel
Manitou Gold Label Street Series 2, 80mm
Fork Material
Alloy, single crown
Aluminum/magnesium
Drivetrain
Component Group
Mountain Mix
Mountain Mix
Shifters
SRAM SX.4 Trigger
SRAM X-0 Trigger
Rear Derailleur
SRAM X.5
SRAM X-0 Mid-cage
Crankset
Truvativ Ruktion w/Cannondale Grind Guard, 32 teeth
FSA Nasty Boy, 36 teeth
Bottom Bracket
Truvativ Howitzer
FSA 48 Tooth Spline
BB Shell Width
68mm English
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Rear Cogs
8-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
Chain
SRAM 8 speed
Shimano
Pedals
Cannondale Grind EX Platform
Cannondale GRIND Platform
Brakes
Brakes
Avid Juicy 3 Hydraulic w/185mm Rotor front/Avid Juicy 3 Hydraulic w/160mm Rotor rear brakes, Avid Juicy 3, hydraulic disc levers
Hayes HFX-9 brakes, Hayes HFX-9 levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
1 1/8" threadless Cannondale Converter, 20mm press
FSA Orbit Xtreme Pro
Handlebar
FSA FR-330BOS, 31.8mm
FSA FR-270BOS
Handlebar Extensions
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Not included
Stem
Cannondale Freeride
Super Inovative Concepts Body Slam Classic
Saddle
SDG I-Beam I-Fly
SDG I-FLY
Seatpost
SDG I-Beam, 27.2mm diameter
SDG I-Beam
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Front: Thru-20, Rear: Shimano FH-M475 disc
Front: Formula Thru-20 front, Rear: Cannondale Fire disc
Rims
Sun Rims Ditch Witch, 32-hole
Sun Single Track, 32-hole
Spokes
Mach 1
DT Swiss Champion stainless steel
Front Tire
26 x 2.25" Kenda K-Rad
26 x 2.40" Maxxis High Roller
Wheel Size
26" wheels
26" wheels
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.