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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 2 and 2006 Cannondale Chase 2.
- Gearing
2006 Cannondale Chase 2 has a 58% lower climbing ratio than 2008 Cannondale Chase 2.
A lower ratio gives more mechanical advantage; rear-wheel rollout determines distance per crank turn.
- Equipment
2006 Cannondale Chase 2 has 20 mm more front travel than 2008 Cannondale Chase 2 in the selected sizes.
Front travel is fork suspension stroke, not rear-wheel travel.
- Identity & price
2008 Cannondale Chase 2 had an original MSRP $300 lower than 2006 Cannondale Chase 2.
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.
Ratio1.78:1
Estimated speed at 90 RPMGear
Uses front tire 26×2.25; rear size isn’t listed.
Lowest0.75:1Highest3.27:1Total range436%
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 2
2006 Cannondale Chase 2
Overview
Model Year
2008
2006
Brand
Cannondale
Cannondale
Model
Chase 2
Chase 2
Bicycle Type
Mountain bike, front suspension
Mountain bike, front suspension
Original MSRP
$899.99
$1,199.99
Colors
Jet Black
Jet Black
Sizes
S, M
S, M, L
Weight
32.7 lb
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Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded
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Frame Material
Aluminum
Chase Hardtail
Fork
Marzocchi Dirt Jumper 3, 80mm travel
Manitou Stance Blunt, 100mm
Fork Material
Alloy/steel, single crown
Aluminum/magnesium
Drivetrain
Component Group
Single Speed Mix
Mountain Mix
Shifters
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SRAM SX4 Trigger
Front Derailleur
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Shimano Alivio
Rear Derailleur
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SRAM X-7
Crankset
Truvativ Ruktion w/Cannondale Grind Guard, 32 teeth
TruVatiV Hussefelt, 24/36 teeth
Bottom Bracket
Truvativ Howitzer
TruVatiV Howitzer
BB Shell Width
68mm English
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Rear Cogs
1-speed, 18 teeth
8-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
Chain
SRAM 8 speed
SRAM
Pedals
Cannondale Grind EX Platform
Cannondale GRIND EX Platform
Brakes
Brakes
Avid Bb5 Mechanical W/ 6" Rotor rear brakes, Cannondale Fire rear levers
Avid BB-5 disc brakes, Cannondale Fire 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-330BOS
Handlebar Extensions
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Not included
Stem
Cannondale Freeride
Cannondale Freeride
Saddle
SDG I-Beam I-Fly
SDG I-FLY
Seatpost
SDG I-Beam, 27.2mm diameter
SDG I-Beam
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Front: Cannondale Omega, Rear: Formula SS
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.