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1996 Cannondale H300

Velopedia Archive ID 57758

Overview

Model year	1996
Brand	Cannondale
Model	H300
Bicycle type	Hybrid
Archive ID	57758
Original MSRP	$499.99
Colors	Black, Moss Green, violet to silver fade
Sizes	16", 18", 20", 22"
Weight	25.5 lb

Frameset

Frame construction	Welded aluminum
Frame material	Alcoa 6061 T6 aluminum
Fork material	4130 chromoly, unicrown crown
Rear shock	N/A

Drivetrain

Component group	N/A
Shifters	Grip Shift SRT-300i
Front derailleur	Shimano AceraX top-swing, bottom-pull
Rear derailleur	Shimano Alivio
Crankset	Shimano Altus, 24/32/48 teeth
Bottom bracket	Shimano BB-LP26, 118 mm spindle
BB shell width	68mm English
Rear cogs	7-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
Chain	Sachs SC40, 1/2 x 3/32"
Pedals	Wellgo LU-945

Brakes

Brakes	Shimano Altus brakes, Tektro RBP-365A levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset	1" Tange-Seiki SE-II
Handlebar	Steel
Handlebar extensions	N/A
Stem	TIG-welded chromoly
Saddle	Viscount 2948-1
Seatpost	Kalloy SP-263, 27.2 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

Rims	Sun Metal L18, 36-hole
Spokes	DT stainless steel, 1.8mm straight gauge
Spoke nipples	Brass nipples
Front tire	700 x 38c IRC Grip Glide
Wheel size	700c wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube	581.7 mm
Head-tube angle	71°
Seat-tube angle	75°
Chainstay / rear center	431.8 mm
Wheelbase	1079.5 mm
Fork offset / rake	53.3 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 30, 2026.