VelopediaBicycle Archive · Specification report

2001 Cannondale F500

Velopedia Archive ID 35283

Overview

Model year2001
BrandCannondale
ModelF500
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID35283
Original MSRP$976.99
ColorsSuper Blackw/blue/white decals, Team Yellow w/black decals
SizesJumbo, large, medium, small, xlarge

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame material6061 T6 aluminum
ForkHeadshok Super Fatty DL
Fork materialAluminum, unicrown crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupMountain Mix
ShiftersShimano Deore RapidFire SL
Front derailleurShimano LX
Rear derailleurShimano XT SGS
CranksetCannondale cold forged, 22/32/44 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano BB-LP27
Rear cogs9-speed, 11 - 34 teeth
Chain1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsWellgo LU-955A w/clips & straps

Brakes

BrakesCannondale side-pull cantilever brakes, Tektro 379A levers

Cockpit & contact points

HeadsetCannondale oversize Cannondale HeadShok SI
HandlebarCannondale 6061
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemCannondale HeadShok SI
SaddleCannondale Performance
SeatpostKalloy SP-263

Wheels & tires

HubsCannondale Performance
RimsMavic X139, 32-hole
SpokesDT stainless steel
Front tire26 x 2.00" Hutchinson Mosquito
Wheel size26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube565.1 mm
Head-tube angle71°
Seat-tube angle73.5°
Chainstay / rear center424.2 mm
Wheelbase1043.9 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 29, 2026.