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1997 Cannondale Silk Path 900 (01)

Velopedia Archive ID 62169

Overview

Model year1997
BrandCannondale
ModelSilk Path 900 (01)
Bicycle typeHybrid
Archive ID62169
Original MSRP$1,191.99
ColorsLight blue
Sizes16", 18", 20", 22"
Weight26.9 lb

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame material6061 T6 aluminum
ForkCannondale Headshock DD25
Fork materialAluminum, unicrown crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano STX-RC
ShiftersSachs Power Grip Plus
Front derailleurShimano STX-RC top-swing, bottom-pull/clamp-on 31.8 mm
Rear derailleurShimano Deore LX SGS
CranksetCODA 300, 22/32/42 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano BB-LP26, 107 mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs8-speed, 11 - 30 teeth
ChainSachs SC-45, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsCODA 900 clipless

Brakes

BrakesCODA 700M brakes, CODA 900 levers

Cockpit & contact points

HeadsetCannondale oversize CODA HeadShok
HandlebarSteel
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemCODA HeadShok
SaddleCoda 500
SeatpostCODA 900s suspension, 27.2 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsShimano STX-RC
RimsSun Rims AT18, 36-hole
SpokesDT stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire700 x 38c Avocet Cross
Wheel size700c wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube579.1 mm
Head-tube angle71°
Seat-tube angle75°
Chainstay / rear center431.8 mm
Wheelbase1079.5 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 30, 2026.