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2020 Cannondale Trail 6
Original manufacturer specifications including 29" wheels, geometry for 5 published sizes.
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What Velopedia knows
- Model year
- 2020
- Category
- Mountain
- Sizes
- (27.5) XS, S (29) M, L, XL
- Colors
- Silver (SLV), Nuclear Yellow (NYW)
- Geometry
- 5 manufacturer sizes · Geometry context
- Record coverage
- 23 preserved details · 2 archived images · preserved geometry
- Archive ID
- 900002437
Model history 6 other years
Frameset
| Frame Construction | All-New, SmartForm C3 Alloy, SAVE, 1-1/8” headtube, post mount disc, StraightShot internal cable routing, BSA-73 |
|---|---|
| Frame Material | Aluminum |
| Fork | SR Suntour XCM-RL, 100mm, hydraulic cable actuated lockout, Coil, 42mm offset (27.5”) 46mm offset (29”) |
Drivetrain
| Shifters | Shimano Acera, 2x9 |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | Shimano Altus, 34.9 clamp |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano Alivio |
| Crankset | Shimano MT210, 36/22 |
| Bottom Bracket | Shimano MT210 |
| Rear Cogs | Sunrace, 11-36, 9-speed |
| Chain | KMC X9, 9-speed |
| Pedals | Cannondale Platform |
Brakes
| Brakes | Shimano MT200 hydro disc, 160/160mm RT10 rotors |
|---|
Cockpit & Contact Points
| Headset | Semi Integrated, 1-1/8” |
|---|---|
| Handlebar | Cannondale Riser, 6061 Alloy, 25mm rise, 8° sweep, 6° rise, 720mm |
| Stem | 6061 Alloy, 31.8, 6° |
| Saddle | Cannondale Stage 3 |
| Seatpost | Cannondale 3, 6061 Alloy, 31.6 x 350/400mm |
Wheels & Tires
| Hubs | Shimano QR |
|---|---|
| Rims | WTB SX19, 32h |
| Spokes | Stainless Steel, 14g |
| Front Tire | Schwalbe Rocket Rick, 27.5/29 x 2.25”, K-Guard |
| Rear Tire | Schwalbe Rocket Rick, 27.5/29 x 2.25”, K-Guard |
| 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“) | SM (27.5“) | MD (29“) | LG (29“) | XL (29“) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seat tube | 330 mm | 381 mm | 432 mm | 470 mm | 520 mm |
| Effective top tube | 535 mm | 577 mm | 609 mm | 634 mm | 659 mm |
| Head tube | 95 mm | 95 mm | 105 mm | 115 mm | 125 mm |
| Head-tube angle | 68° | 68° | 68° | 68° | 68° |
| Seat-tube angle | 73.5° | 73.5° | 73.5° | 73.5° | 73.5° |
| Chainstay / rear center | 440 mm | 440 mm | 445 mm | 445 mm | 445 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1054 mm | 1098 mm | 1140 mm | 1166 mm | 1192 mm |
| Bottom-bracket drop | 60 mm | 60 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm |
| Bottom-bracket height | 293 mm | 293 mm | 307 mm | 307 mm | 307 mm |
| Reach | 365 mm | 402 mm | 425 mm | 447 mm | 469.5 mm |
| Stack | 573 mm | 591 mm | 623 mm | 632 mm | 641 mm |
| Standover height | 673 mm | 710 mm | 768 mm | 795 mm | 839 mm |
| Fork offset / rake | 42 mm | 42 mm | 46 mm | 46 mm | 46 mm |
| Front center | 621 mm | 665 mm | 702 mm | 728 mm | 754 mm |
| Trail | 97 mm | 97 mm | 101 mm | 101 mm | 101 mm |
Geometry source: Cannondale MY20 Dealer Book, PDF page 71 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 trail of 97 mm sits toward the lower-trail end. Its reach of 365 mm sits toward the shorter end. Its wheelbase of 1054 mm sits toward the shorter end.
Compared with 19 distinct mountain geometries in the XS-equivalent size cohort from model years 2018–2022 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 SM (27.5“) geometry
Archive context: Its wheelbase of 1098 mm sits toward the shorter end. The chainstay of 440 mm sits toward the longer rear-center end. Its bottom-bracket drop of 60 mm sits toward the deeper-drop end.
Compared with 87 distinct mountain geometries in the Small-equivalent size cohort from model years 2018–2022 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 SM (27.5“) geometry MD (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. The seat angle of 73.5° sits toward the more relaxed end.
Compared with 91 distinct mountain geometries in the Medium-equivalent size cohort from model years 2018–2022 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 MD (29“) geometry LG (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. The seat angle of 73.5° sits toward the more relaxed end.
Compared with 86 distinct mountain geometries in the Large-equivalent size cohort from model years 2018–2022 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 LG (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. The seat angle of 73.5° sits toward the more relaxed end.
Compared with 77 distinct mountain geometries in the XL-equivalent size cohort from model years 2018–2022 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 Parts & serviceability
Find replacement parts
KMC X9, 9-speed
Exact archived model
Sunrace, 11-36, 9-speed
Component family — verify exact version
Shimano MT210
Named archived component — verify dimensions
More qualified parts (6)
Shimano MT210, 36/22
Named archived component — verify exact version
Shimano Altus, 34.9 clamp
Interpreted as Shimano Altus · 9-speed Named component · published drivetrain speed — verify exact version
Shimano Alivio
Interpreted as Shimano Alivio · 9-speed Named component · published drivetrain speed — verify exact version
Shimano Acera, 2x9
Interpreted as Shimano Acera · 9-speed Component family — verify exact version
WTB SX19, 32h
Named archived component — verify dimensions
Shimano QR
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: 2020 Cannondale Trail 6 · Mountain · Published sizes: (27.5) XS, S (29) M, L, XL
Frame and fork
Inspect the frame and fork →Archived: Frame: All-New, SmartForm C3 Alloy, SAVE, 1-1/8” headtube, post mount disc, StraightShot internal cable routing, BSA-73 · Fork: SR Suntour XCM-RL, 100mm, hydraulic cable actuated lockout, Coil, 42mm offset (27.5”) 46mm offset (29”)
Suspension
Evaluate the suspension →Archived: Fork: SR Suntour XCM-RL, 100mm, hydraulic cable actuated lockout, Coil, 42mm offset (27.5”) 46mm offset (29”)
Drivetrain
Check drivetrain wear →Archived: Shifters: Shimano Acera, 2x9 · Front derailleur: Shimano Altus, 34.9 clamp · Rear derailleur: Shimano Alivio · Crankset: Shimano MT210, 36/22 · Bottom bracket: Shimano MT210 · Rear cogs: Sunrace, 11-36, 9-speed · Chain: KMC X9, 9-speed
Brakes
Inspect the brakes →Archived: Brakes: Shimano MT200 hydro disc, 160/160mm RT10 rotors
Wheels and tires
Check wheels and tires →Archived: Wheel size: 29" · Rims: WTB SX19, 32h · Hubs: Shimano QR · Front tire: Schwalbe Rocket Rick, 27.5/29 x 2.25”, K-Guard · Rear tire: Schwalbe Rocket Rick, 27.5/29 x 2.25”, K-Guard
Controls and contact points
Archived: Headset: Semi Integrated, 1-1/8” · Handlebar: Cannondale Riser, 6061 Alloy, 25mm rise, 8° sweep, 6° rise, 720mm · Stem: 6061 Alloy, 31.8, 6° · Seatpost: Cannondale 3, 6061 Alloy, 31.6 x 350/400mm · Saddle: Cannondale Stage 3 · Pedals: Cannondale Platform
Before and during the test ride
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