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2018 Cannondale Trail 3
Original manufacturer specifications including 29" wheels, geometry for 7 published sizes.
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What Velopedia knows
- Model year
- 2018
- Category
- Mountain
- Sizes
- XS (27.5"), S (27.5"), M (27.5"), M (29"), L (29"), XL (29"), XXL (29")
- Colors
- Acid Red w/ Jet Black and Fire Red - Gloss (ARD)
- Geometry
- 7 manufacturer sizes · Geometry context
- Record coverage
- 22 preserved details · archived image · preserved geometry
- Archive ID
- 900002482
Model history 3 other years
Frameset
| Frame Construction | New Trail, SmartForm C2 Alloy, SAVE, BOOST spacing, Tapered Headtube, Flat Mount Rear Brake, Internal Cable Routing. |
|---|---|
| Frame Material | Aluminum |
| Fork | RockShox Judy Silver, 100mm, tapered steerer, Solo Air, 15x110mm Maxle Stealth, 51mm offset |
Drivetrain
| Shifters | Shimano SLX , 11-speed |
|---|---|
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano SLX, 11-speed Shadow Plus |
| Crankset | FSA Comet MegaExo, 30t, 11-speed |
| Bottom Bracket | FSA MegaExo |
| Rear Cogs | SunRace, 11-46, 11-speed |
| Chain | KMC X11, 11-speed |
| Pedals | Cannondale Platform |
Brakes
| Brakes | Shimano M425 hydro disc, 180/160mm (29”), 160/160mm (27.5”) |
|---|
Cockpit & Contact Points
| Headset | Sealed Semi Integrated |
|---|---|
| Handlebar | Cannondale C3 riser, Alloy, 4° upsweep, 9° backsweep, 760x15mm |
| Stem | Cannondale C3, 6061 Alloy, 1-1/8”, 31.8, 5° |
| Saddle | Cannondale Stage 3 |
| Seatpost | Cannondale C3, 6061 alloy, 31.6x350mm (S,M) 400mm (L,X) |
Wheels & Tires
| Hubs | Formula 110x15 front, Custom BOOST QR Formula rear |
|---|---|
| Rims | WTB STX TCS i23m 32 hole, tubeless ready |
| Spokes | Stainless Steel, 14g |
| Front Tire | WTB Ranger Comp 27.5/29x2.25” DNA Compound |
| Rear Tire | WTB Ranger Comp 27.5/29x2.25” DNA Compound |
| Wheel Size | 29" |
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") | M (29") | L (29") | XL (29") | XXL (29") |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seat tube | 345 mm | 400 mm | 440 mm | 440 mm | 480 mm | 520 mm | 560 mm |
| Effective top tube | 545 mm | 585 mm | 610 mm | 610 mm | 635 mm | 660 mm | 685 mm |
| Top tube | 523 mm | 561 mm | 585 mm | 587 mm | 609 mm | 634 mm | 661 mm |
| Head tube | 95 mm | 105 mm | 115 mm | 115 mm | 125 mm | 135 mm | 145 mm |
| Head-tube angle | 68° | 68° | 68° | 68.5° | 68.5° | 68.5° | 68.5° |
| Seat-tube angle | 73.5° | 73.5° | 73.5° | 73.5° | 73.5° | 73.5° | 73.5° |
| Chainstay / rear center | 440 mm | 440 mm | 440 mm | 445 mm | 445 mm | 445 mm | 445 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1067 mm | 1108 mm | 1134 mm | 1140 mm | 1166 mm | 1192 mm | 1218 mm |
| Bottom-bracket drop | 60 mm | 60 mm | 60 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm |
| Bottom-bracket height | 304 mm | 304 mm | 304 mm | 308 mm | 308 mm | 308 mm | 308 mm |
| Reach | 365 mm | 402 mm | 424 mm | 425 mm | 447 mm | 470 mm | 492 mm |
| Stack | 607 mm | 616 mm | 626 mm | 624 mm | 633 mm | 643 mm | 652 mm |
| Standover height | 710 mm | 746 mm | 774 mm | 795 mm | 820 mm | 850 mm | 880 mm |
| Fork offset / rake | 42 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm | 51 mm | 51 mm | 51 mm | 51 mm |
| Front center | 634 mm | 675 mm | 701 mm | 703 mm | 729 mm | 754 mm | 781 mm |
| Trail | 102 mm | 102 mm | 102 mm | 92 mm | 92 mm | 92 mm | 92 mm |
Geometry source: Cannondale MY18 Dealer Book, PDF page 184 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 stack of 607 mm sits toward the taller end. Its reach of 365 mm sits toward the shorter end. Its bottom-bracket drop of 60 mm sits toward the deeper-drop end.
Compared with 16 distinct mountain geometries in the XS-equivalent size cohort from model years 2016–2020 in the Velopedia archive.Want to go deeper?Open this exact published size and configuration in the Velopedia Geometry Analyzer, then complete any measurements the manufacturer did not provide.
Analyze XS (27.5") geometry S (27.5") geometry
Archive context: Its bottom-bracket drop of 60 mm sits toward the deeper-drop end. The chainstay of 440 mm sits somewhat longer than typical. Its stack of 616 mm sits somewhat taller than typical.
Compared with 52 distinct mountain geometries in the Small-equivalent size cohort from model years 2016–2020 in the Velopedia archive.Want to go deeper?Open this exact published size and configuration in the Velopedia Geometry Analyzer, then complete any measurements the manufacturer did not provide.
Analyze S (27.5") geometry M (27.5") geometry
Archive context: Its stack of 626 mm sits toward the taller end. Its bottom-bracket drop of 60 mm sits toward the deeper-drop 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.Want to go deeper?Open this exact published size and configuration in the Velopedia Geometry Analyzer, then complete any measurements the manufacturer did not provide.
Analyze M (27.5") geometry M (29") geometry
Archive context: Its bottom-bracket drop of 65 mm sits toward the deeper-drop end. The chainstay of 445 mm sits toward the longer rear-center end. Its stack of 624 mm sits toward the taller end.
Compared with 55 distinct mountain geometries in the Medium-equivalent size cohort from model years 2016–2020 in the Velopedia archive.Want to go deeper?Open this exact published size and configuration in the Velopedia Geometry Analyzer, then complete any measurements the manufacturer did not provide.
Analyze M (29") geometry L (29") geometry
Archive context: Its bottom-bracket drop of 65 mm sits toward the deeper-drop end. The chainstay of 445 mm sits toward the longer rear-center end. Its stack of 633 mm sits toward the taller end.
Compared with 53 distinct mountain geometries in the Large-equivalent size cohort from model years 2016–2020 in the Velopedia archive.Want to go deeper?Open this exact published size and configuration in the Velopedia Geometry Analyzer, then complete any measurements the manufacturer did not provide.
Analyze L (29") geometry XL (29") geometry
Archive context: Its bottom-bracket drop of 65 mm sits toward the deeper-drop end. The chainstay of 445 mm sits toward the longer rear-center end. Its trail of 92 mm sits somewhat lower than typical.
Compared with 49 distinct mountain geometries in the XL-equivalent size cohort from model years 2016–2020 in the Velopedia archive.Want to go deeper?Open this exact published size and configuration in the Velopedia Geometry Analyzer, then complete any measurements the manufacturer did not provide.
Analyze XL (29") geometry XXL (29") geometry
Want to go deeper?Open this exact published size and configuration in the Velopedia Geometry Analyzer, then complete any measurements the manufacturer did not provide.
Analyze XXL (29") geometry Parts & serviceability
Find replacement parts
KMC X11, 11-speed
Exact archived model
SunRace, 11-46, 11-speed
Component family — verify exact version
FSA MegaExo
Named archived component — verify dimensions
More qualified parts (6)
FSA Comet MegaExo, 30t, 11-speed
Named archived component — verify exact version
Shimano SLX, 11-speed Shadow Plus
Interpreted as Shimano SLX · 11-speed Component family — verify exact version
Shimano SLX , 11-speed
Interpreted as Shimano SLX · 11-speed Component family — verify exact version
31.6 mm seatpost
Published diameter — verify length and setback
WTB STX TCS i23m 32 hole, tubeless ready
Named archived component — verify dimensions
Formula 110x15 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 11-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. If it is set up tubeless, confirm both tires hold pressure and ask when the sealant was last refreshed.Check wheels and tires →
Bike-specific inspection checklist 21 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 Trail 3 · Mountain · Published sizes: XS (27.5"), S (27.5"), M (27.5"), M (29"), L (29"), XL (29"), XXL (29")
Frame and fork
Inspect the frame and fork →Archived: Frame: New Trail, SmartForm C2 Alloy, SAVE, BOOST spacing, Tapered Headtube, Flat Mount Rear Brake, Internal Cable Routing. · Fork: RockShox Judy Silver, 100mm, tapered steerer, Solo Air, 15x110mm Maxle Stealth, 51mm offset
Suspension
Evaluate the suspension →Archived: Fork: RockShox Judy Silver, 100mm, tapered steerer, Solo Air, 15x110mm Maxle Stealth, 51mm offset
Drivetrain
Check drivetrain wear →Archived: Shifters: Shimano SLX , 11-speed · Rear derailleur: Shimano SLX, 11-speed Shadow Plus · Crankset: FSA Comet MegaExo, 30t, 11-speed · Bottom bracket: FSA MegaExo · Rear cogs: SunRace, 11-46, 11-speed · Chain: KMC X11, 11-speed
Brakes
Inspect the brakes →Archived: Brakes: Shimano M425 hydro disc, 180/160mm (29”), 160/160mm (27.5”)
Wheels and tires
Check wheels and tires →Archived: Wheel size: 29" · Rims: WTB STX TCS i23m 32 hole, tubeless ready · Hubs: Formula 110x15 front, Custom BOOST QR Formula rear · Front tire: WTB Ranger Comp 27.5/29x2.25” DNA Compound · Rear tire: WTB Ranger Comp 27.5/29x2.25” DNA Compound
Controls and contact points
Archived: Headset: Sealed Semi Integrated · Handlebar: Cannondale C3 riser, Alloy, 4° upsweep, 9° backsweep, 760x15mm · Stem: Cannondale C3, 6061 Alloy, 1-1/8”, 31.8, 5° · Seatpost: Cannondale C3, 6061 alloy, 31.6x350mm (S,M) 400mm (L,X) · Saddle: Cannondale Stage 3 · Pedals: Cannondale Platform
Before and during the test ride
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