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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. Data limitation

    No geometry is recorded for 2008 Cannondale Perp 3 and 2009 Cannondale Perp 3.

  2. Identity & price

    2008 Cannondale Perp 3 had an original MSRP $200 lower than 2009 Cannondale Perp 3.

    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.

2008 Cannondale Perp 336/24T · 11–34T · 9-speed
Lowest0.71:1Highest3.27:1Total range464%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gear5.1 mphHighest gear23.7 mph

Uses front tire 26×2.5; rear size isn’t listed.

2009 Cannondale Perp 336/24T · 11–34T · 9-speed
Lowest0.71:1Highest3.27:1Total range464%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gear5.1 mphHighest gear23.7 mph

Uses front tire 26×2.5; 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 Perp 3
2009 Cannondale Perp 3
Overview
Model Year
2008
2009
Brand
Cannondale
Cannondale
Model
Perp 3
Perp 3
Bicycle Type
Mountain bike, front & rear suspension
Mountain bike, front & rear suspension
Original MSRP
$2,199.99
$2,399.99
Colors
Lightning White
Mint Green/Purple splatter
Sizes
S, M, L, XL
S, M, L, XL
Weight
41.4 lb
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Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded
TIG-welded
Frame Material
Aluminum
Aluminum
Fork
RockShox Domain 318, 180mm travel
RockShox Domain 318 coil, 180mm travel
Fork Material
Aluminum/magnesium/steel, single crown
Single
Rear Shock
Fox Van R, coil sprung, 180-200mm travel
Fox Van R, 180 - 200mm adjustable travel
Drivetrain
Component Group
SRAM X.5/mix
SRAM Mix
Shifters
SRAM X-5 Trigger
SRAM X.5 Trigger
Front Derailleur
Shimano Deore
Shimano Deore
Rear Derailleur
SRAM X.5
SRAM X.5
Crankset
Truvativ Ruktion w/Rock Guard, 24/36 teeth
Truvativ Ruktion 2.0 w/BashGuard, 24/36 teeth
Bottom Bracket
Truvativ Howitzer
TruVativ Howitzer
BB Shell Width
68mm English
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Cassette
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Shimano HG50
Rear Cogs
9-speed, 11 - 34 teeth
9-speed, 11 - 34 teeth
Chain
Shimano 9 speed
Shimano 9 speed
Pedals
Cannondale Grind EX Platform
Cannondale Grind EX Platform
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano BR-M485 Hydraulic w/203mm rotor brakes, Shimano BR-M485 levers
Avid Juicy 3 w/203mm rotor brakes, Avid Juicy 3 levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
1.5" Integrated Cannondale 1.5" cartridge
1 1/2" Cannondale Orbit Xtreme Pro
Handlebar
FSA FR-330BOS, 31.8mm
Truvativ Hussefelt Riser
Handlebar Extensions
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Not included
Stem
Cannondale Freeride
Cannondale Freeride
Saddle
Velo 2051 FR
Velo 2051 FR
Seatpost
Cannondale C4 Alloy, 27.2mm diameter
Cannondale C4 Alloy, 27.2mm diameter
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Front: Thru-20, Rear: Formula Thru-12
Front: Thru-20, Rear: Formula Thru-12
Rims
Front: Sun Rims Single Track, Rear: Sun Rims SingleTrack, 32-hole
SUN Single Track, 36-hole
Spokes
DT Swiss Champion stainless steel
DT Swiss Champion
Front Tire
26 x 2.50" Maxxis Advantage
26 x 2.50" Kenda Nevegal
Wheel Size
26" wheels
26" wheels

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

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