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1994 Cannondale MT-3000

Velopedia Archive ID 18008

Overview

Model year1994
BrandCannondale
ModelMT-3000
Bicycle typeTandem (mountain)
Archive ID18008
Original MSRP$3,189.00
SizesCaptain 18"/stoker 16", captain 20"/stoker 16", captain 20"/stoker 18", captain 22"/stoker 18", captain 22"/stoker 20"
Weight35.5 lb

Frameset

Frame constructionWelded aluminum
Frame material6061 T6 aluminum
ForkAluminum/chromoly, Cannondale Tandem Pepperoni; titanium steerer

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano
ShiftersShimano XT Rapidfire Plus w/Optical Gear Display
Front derailleurShimano Deore XT
Rear derailleurShimano Deore XT
CranksetRitchey Logic Tandem, 28/38/48 teeth
Rear cogs8-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
ChainDID Supershift
PedalsTioga Surefoot VI w/grease port

Brakes

BrakesPedersen SE brakes, levers

Cockpit & contact points

HandlebarCODA XYZ Superlite
StemControl Tech, w/adjustable stoker stem
SaddleVetta TT, manganese rails, leather cover
SeatpostRitchey Expert

Wheels & tires

HubsHugi, threaded for rear drum brake
RimsMavic PSP261, 36-hole
Front tire26 x 1.40" Ritchey Tom Slick kevlar
Wheel size26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube581.7 mm
Head-tube angle73°
Seat-tube angle74.1°
Chainstay / rear center431.8 mm
Wheelbase1804.9 mm
Fork offset / rake53.3 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 28, 2026.