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Compare published geometry, gearing and specifications for up to three bicycles.
- Frame
- Adventure, mech formed, 6061 alloy
- Groupset
- Hybrid Mix
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At a glance
Key differences
Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.
- Identity & price
These bicycles are categorized differently: 2012 Cannondale Adventure 3 is Hybrid; 2010 Cannondale Adventure 3 is City & Commuter.
- Data limitation
No geometry is recorded for 2012 Cannondale Adventure 3 and 2010 Cannondale Adventure 3.
Gearing comparison
Lower gears help on climbs. Higher gears suit higher speeds.
RPM
RPM = pedal turns per minute.
Lowest0.88:1Highest4.36:1Total range499%
Speed unavailable: wheel or tire size is missing or unclear.
Lowest0.88:1Highest4.00:1Total range457%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Uses front tire 700C×38; 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.
Complete specification tableShows different published values and gaps where a bicycle lacks data. Different wording reflects source language, not necessarily different components. Swipe for more columns.
Specification
2012 Cannondale Adventure 3
2010 Cannondale Adventure 3
Overview
Model Year
2012
2010
Brand
Cannondale
Cannondale
Model
Adventure 3
Adventure 3
Bicycle Type
Hybrid/Comfort
Comfort/commuter
Original MSRP
Not documented
$699.00
Colors
Blue, White
Jet Black, Velvet Red
Sizes
Jumbo, L, M, S, Tall, XL
S, M, L, XL, jumbo
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
—
TIG-welded
Frame Material
double butted 6061 alloy
Adventure, mech formed, 6061 alloy
Fork
RST Sofi T 50mm
Adventure Trail Si, 35mm travel
Fork Material
—
Single
Drivetrain
Component Group
—
Hybrid Mix
Shifters
Shimano Revo-Twist 8sp
SRAM SX.5 Trigger
Front Derailleur
Shimano M191
SRAM X.4
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Acera 8spd
SRAM X.7
Crankset
Shimano M131 48/38/28t
Shimano FC-M361, 28/38/48 teeth
Bottom Bracket
Tange Cartridge
Tange cartridge
Cassette
Sun Race M66 8spd 11-32t
Sram PG830
Rear Cogs
—
8-speed, 12 - 32 teeth
Chain
Kmc
KMC 8-Speed
Pedals
FPD Platform
Wellgo resin platform w/Kraton insert
Brakes
Brakes
Cannondale V Brake
Cannondale V Brake, w/modulator brakes, Cannondale 4-Finger Comfort levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
Tange Semi Integrated
1 1/8" FSA Semi integrated
Handlebar
Cannondale C4 Riser
Cannondale C3 Riser
Handlebar Extensions
—
Not included
Stem
Tranz X Comfort Grip
Satori-UP Adjustable, 110mm
Saddle
Cannondale Ultra Comfort
Cannondale Ultra Comfort
Seatpost
Cannondale Suspension post
Cannondale Suspension
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
—
Front: Shimano RM40 w/clix QR, Rear: Shimano RM30
Rims
Cannondale C3
Cannondale C3 w/Machined Sidewall
Spokes
—
Stainless, 15ga. (1.8mm)
Front Tire
Kenda Kwik Trax 700x38c
700 x 38c Kenda Kwick Trax
Wheel Size
—
700c wheels
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.