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Key differences
Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.
- Identity & price
These bicycles are categorized differently: 2025 Cannondale Quick CX 3 is Hybrid; 2015 Cannondale QUICK CX 3 is Gravel & Cyclocross.
- Data limitation
No geometry is recorded for 2025 Cannondale Quick CX 3 and 2015 Cannondale QUICK CX 3.
Gearing comparison
Lower gears help on climbs. Higher gears suit higher speeds.
RPM
RPM = pedal turns per minute.
Lowest0.89:1Highest3.64:1Total range409%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Rear tire: 700C×40.
Lowest0.88:1Highest4.36:1Total range499%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Uses front tire 700C×35; 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
2025 Cannondale Quick CX 3
2015 Cannondale Quick CX 3
Overview
Model Year
2025
2015
Brand
Cannondale
Cannondale
Model
Quick CX 3
Quick CX 3
Bicycle Type
Hybrid
Cyclocross/Gravel
Original MSRP
$849.00
$870.00
Colors
Lavender, Tungsten Blue, Rally Red
White
Sizes
XS, S, M, L, XL
S, M, L, XL, XXL
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
Quick CX, SmartForm C3 Alloy, tapered head tube, Straightshot hidden cable routing, post mount disc, rack/fender mounts
Quick CX , Optimized 6061 Alloy, SAVE, 1.5" head tube
Frame Material
Aluminum
Aluminum
Fork
Suntour NEX-E25, 50mm travel, 1-1/8" alloy steerer, coil, hydraulic lockout, custom crown
RST Neon Pro 1.5", TNL lockout, 50mm
Fork Material
Aluminum
Suspension
Drivetrain
Component Group
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Shimano mix
Shifters
Shimano ST-EF505, 8-speed
Shimano Altus
Front Derailleur
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Shimano Altus, 34.9 clamp
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Essa U2000
Shimano Altus
Crankset
Shimano Essa, 40T
Shimano Altus 48/38/28
Bottom Bracket
Shimano UN101
Tange Cartridge
Rear Cogs
Shimano HG400, 11-45, 8-speed
Sunrace CSM558, 11-32, 8-speed
Chain
KMC X8, 8-speed
KMC Z82, 8-speed
Pedals
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Quick CX Reinforced Composite
Brakes
Brakes
Brakes Shimano MT200 hydraulic disc, 160/160mm rotors Brake Levers Shimano MT201 hydraulic disc
Shimano M355 hydraulic disc, 160/160mm
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
FSA Orbit, Semi-integrated, 1-1/2"-1-1/8"
Tange Si Custom 1.5"
Handlebar
Cannondale Riser, 6061 Alloy, 25mm rise, 8° sweep, 6° rise, 700mm
Cannondale C4, 6061 alloy, 25mm rise, 620mm
Stem
Cannondale 3 w/ Intellimount, Alloy, 31.8mm clamp, +6°, w/ SP Connect SPC+ Stem Mount
Cannondale C4, 31.8, 12 deg.
Saddle
Cannondale Fitness Ergo Double Density
Cannondale Quick CX Ergo
Seatpost
6061 Alloy, 27.2x350mm
Cannondale C4, Alloy, 27.2x350mm
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
(F) Shimano QC-300, QR / (R) Shimano QC-300, QR
Cannondale C4 Disc, 32 h
Rims
DC 4.0, double wall w/eyelet, 32h
Maddux DC 3.0, double wall w/eyelet, 32-hole
Spokes
Stainless Steel, 14g
Stainless, 15g
Front Tire
Vittoria Terreno Dry, 700x40c
Kenda Happy Medium, 700x35c
Rear Tire
Vittoria Terreno Dry, 700x40c
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Wheel Size
700c
700c
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.