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2018 Cannondale Tango 3
Original manufacturer specifications including 27.5" wheels, geometry for 3 published sizes.
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What Velopedia knows
- Model year
- 2018
- Category
- Mountain
- Sizes
- XS, S, M
- Colors
- Charcoal Gray w/Fine Silver, Turquoise and Volt - Gloss (GRY)
- Geometry
- 3 manufacturer sizes · Geometry context
- Record coverage
- 23 preserved details · archived image · preserved geometry
- Archive ID
- 900002480
Frameset
| Frame Construction | New Tango, SmartForm C2 Alloy, SAVE, BOOST spacing, Tapered Headtube, Flat Mount Rear Brake, Internal Cable Routing. |
|---|---|
| Frame Material | Aluminum |
| Fork | SR Suntour XCM-HLO-DS, 100mm, hydraulic lockout, 1-1/8”, coil spring, 27.5” |
Drivetrain
| Shifters | Shimano EZ Fire 505, 2x9-speed |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | MicroShift Direct Mount |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano Altus, 9-speed |
| Crankset | FSA Alpha Drive, 36/22 |
| Bottom Bracket | Tange LN 3912, square taper |
| Rear Cogs | SunRace 11-36, 9-speed |
| Chain | Shimano HG53, 9-speed |
| Pedals | Cannondale Platform |
Brakes
| Brakes | Shimano M315 hydro disc, 160/160mm |
|---|
Cockpit & Contact Points
| Headset | Sealed Semi Integrated, 1-1/8 reducer |
|---|---|
| Handlebar | Cannondale C4, 6061 Alloy, 20mm rise, 680mm |
| Stem | Cannondale C4, 6061 Alloy, 31.8, 7° |
| Saddle | Cannondale Stage 3 |
| Seatpost | Cannondale C4, 6061 alloy, 31.6x350mm |
Wheels & Tires
| Hubs | Formula DC1420 front, Custom BOOST QR Formula rear |
|---|---|
| Rims | Cannondale DC 5.0, double wall, 32-hole |
| Spokes | Stainless Steel, 15g |
| Front Tire | WTB Ranger Comp 27.5x2.25” DNA Compound |
| Rear Tire | WTB Ranger Comp 27.5x2.25” DNA Compound |
| Wheel Size | 27.5" |
Size-specific frame data
Geometry
Manufacturer-published geometry normalized for consistent archival comparison. Effective top tube and reach remain separate measurements because they describe different aspects of fit.
| Measurement | XS (27.5"+) | S (27.5"+) | M (27.5"+) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seat tube | 345 mm | 385 mm | 420 mm |
| Effective top tube | 545 mm | 570 mm | 595 mm |
| Top tube | 522 mm | 546 mm | 570 mm |
| Head tube | 95 mm | 100 mm | 105 mm |
| Head-tube angle | 68° | 68° | 68° |
| Seat-tube angle | 73.5° | 73.5° | 73.5° |
| Chainstay / rear center | 440 mm | 440 mm | 440 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1070 mm | 1095 mm | 1121 mm |
| Bottom-bracket drop | 55 mm | 55 mm | 55 mm |
| Bottom-bracket height | 309 mm | 309 mm | 309 mm |
| Reach | 367 mm | 390 mm | 414 mm |
| Stack | 602 mm | 607 mm | 611 mm |
| Standover height | 654 mm | 681 mm | 700 mm |
| Fork offset / rake | 42 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm |
| Front center | 635 mm | 661 mm | 686 mm |
| Trail | 102 mm | 102 mm | 102 mm |
Geometry source: Cannondale MY18 Dealer Book, PDF page 189 Measurements can vary by configuration, wheel size, or flip-chip position where noted by the manufacturer.
Geometry tools
Analyze a published size
XS (27.5"+) geometry
Archive context: Its reach of 367 mm sits toward the shorter end. Its wheelbase of 1070 mm sits toward the shorter end. The chainstay of 440 mm sits somewhat longer than typical.
Compared with 52 distinct mountain geometries in the Small-equivalent size cohort from model years 2016–2020 in the Velopedia archive.S (27.5"+) geometry
Archive context: Its reach of 390 mm sits toward the shorter end. Its wheelbase of 1095 mm sits toward the shorter end. The chainstay of 440 mm sits somewhat longer than typical.
Compared with 55 distinct mountain geometries in the Medium-equivalent size cohort from model years 2016–2020 in the Velopedia archive.M (27.5"+) geometry
Archive context: Its reach of 414 mm sits toward the shorter end. Its wheelbase of 1121 mm sits toward the shorter end. The chainstay of 440 mm sits somewhat longer than typical.
Compared with 53 distinct mountain geometries in the Large-equivalent size cohort from model years 2016–2020 in the Velopedia archive.Parts & serviceability
Find replacement parts
Shimano HG53, 9-speed
Exact archived model
SunRace 11-36, 9-speed
Component family — verify exact version
WTB Ranger Comp 27.5x2.25” DNA Compound
Named tire and published size
More qualified parts (4)
FSA Alpha Drive, 36/22
Named archived component — verify exact version
Shimano Altus, 9-speed
Interpreted as Shimano Altus · 9-speed Component family — verify exact version
31.6 mm seatpost
Published diameter — verify length and setback
Formula DC1420 front, Custom BOOST QR Formula rear
Named archived component — verify dimensions
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Used-bike inspection
If you’re buying this bike used
Before any test ride: both brakes should stop the bike firmly and release cleanly; both wheels should run true and be securely attached; tires should have no casing damage; and the headset, handlebar, stem, cranks and pedals should have no looseness or play.
Follow the full used-bike inspection order →- FrameLook closely for dents and hairline cracks around welds, the head tube and bottom-bracket area. Cosmetic scratches matter less than a change in shape or a crack line.Inspect the frame and fork →
- BrakesBoth brakes should stop firmly and release without rubbing. Inspect pad thickness, rotor wear and alignment, and check the cables or hoses for damage.Inspect the brakes →
- SuspensionAsk when the fork was last serviced. Check the stanchions for damage, look for oil at the seals and make sure the fork moves smoothly without bushing play.Evaluate the suspension →
- DrivetrainShift through every gear under light load and measure chain wear. Confirm that the shifter, derailleur, chain and cassette belong to the same 9-speed system.Check drivetrain wear →
- Wheels & tiresSpin both wheels and watch the rims for side-to-side or vertical movement. Check for dents, cracks, loose or uneven spokes and hub play, then inspect both tire casings for cuts, cracking or exposed threads.Check wheels and tires →
Bike-specific inspection checklist 20 checks based on 6 archived component groups Open checklistClose checklist
This checklist uses the archived equipment for this bike. It cannot confirm the condition, service history or later component changes of the example in front of you.
Identity and fit
Follow the full used-bike inspection order →Archived: 2018 Cannondale Tango 3 · Mountain · Published sizes: XS, S, M
Frame and fork
Inspect the frame and fork →Archived: Frame: New Tango, SmartForm C2 Alloy, SAVE, BOOST spacing, Tapered Headtube, Flat Mount Rear Brake, Internal Cable Routing. · Fork: SR Suntour XCM-HLO-DS, 100mm, hydraulic lockout, 1-1/8”, coil spring, 27.5”
Suspension
Evaluate the suspension →Archived: Fork: SR Suntour XCM-HLO-DS, 100mm, hydraulic lockout, 1-1/8”, coil spring, 27.5”
Drivetrain
Check drivetrain wear →Archived: Shifters: Shimano EZ Fire 505, 2x9-speed · Front derailleur: MicroShift Direct Mount · Rear derailleur: Shimano Altus, 9-speed · Crankset: FSA Alpha Drive, 36/22 · Bottom bracket: Tange LN 3912, square taper · Rear cogs: SunRace 11-36, 9-speed · Chain: Shimano HG53, 9-speed
Brakes
Inspect the brakes →Archived: Brakes: Shimano M315 hydro disc, 160/160mm
Wheels and tires
Check wheels and tires →Archived: Wheel size: 27.5" · Rims: Cannondale DC 5.0, double wall, 32-hole · Hubs: Formula DC1420 front, Custom BOOST QR Formula rear · Front tire: WTB Ranger Comp 27.5x2.25” DNA Compound · Rear tire: WTB Ranger Comp 27.5x2.25” DNA Compound
Controls and contact points
Archived: Headset: Sealed Semi Integrated, 1-1/8 reducer · Handlebar: Cannondale C4, 6061 Alloy, 20mm rise, 680mm · Stem: Cannondale C4, 6061 Alloy, 31.8, 7° · Seatpost: Cannondale C4, 6061 alloy, 31.6x350mm · Saddle: Cannondale Stage 3 · Pedals: Cannondale Platform
Before and during the test ride
Follow the full used-bike inspection order →Build relationships are limited to the archived manufacturer specifications. Confirm exact fit and standards before ordering parts or performing service.
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