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2008 Cannondale Perp 3

Velopedia Archive ID 24357

Overview

Model year2008
BrandCannondale
ModelPerp 3
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front & rear suspension
Archive ID24357
Original MSRP$2,199.99
ColorsLightning White
SizesSmall, medium, large, xlarge
Weight41.4 lb

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame materialAluminum
ForkRockShox Domain 318, 180mm travel
Fork materialAluminum/magnesium/steel, single crown
Rear shockFox Van R, coil sprung, 180-200mm travel

Drivetrain

Component groupSRAM X.5/mix
ShiftersSRAM X-5 Trigger
Front derailleurShimano Deore
Rear derailleurSRAM X.5
CranksetTruvativ Ruktion w/Rock Guard, 24/36 teeth
Bottom bracketTruvativ Howitzer
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs9-speed, 11 - 34 teeth
ChainShimano 9 speed
PedalsCannondale Grind EX Platform

Brakes

BrakesShimano BR-M485 Hydraulic w/203mm rotor brakes, Shimano BR-M485 levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1.5" Integrated Cannondale 1.5" cartridge
HandlebarFSA FR-330BOS, 31.8mm
StemCannondale Freeride
SaddleVelo 2051 FR
SeatpostCannondale C4 Alloy, 27.2mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsFront: Thru-20, Rear: Formula Thru-12
RimsFront: Sun Rims Single Track, Rear: Sun Rims SingleTrack, 32-hole
SpokesDT Swiss Champion stainless steel
Front tire26 x 2.50" Maxxis Advantage
Wheel size26" wheels

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