The Cannondale Trail 3 is a versatile hardtail mountain bike built to level up your riding and ignite a passion for the trail. Featuring a lightweight and durable SmartForm C3 Alloy frame, a bump-smoothing SR Suntour XCM suspension fork with up to 100mm of travel, and reliable microSHIFT Acolyte 8-speed gearing, it delivers confident performance on singletrack, bike paths, and city streets alike. Powerful Tektro mechanical disc brakes provide dependable stopping power, while size-specific 27.5” or 29” wheels ensure the best balance of fit, speed, and control. Designed for trail exploration, around-town cruising, and mixed-surface adventures, the Cannondale Trail is an approachable, do-it-all mountain bike that’s ready to grow with you wherever your rides lead.
Frameset
Frame:
Trail, SmartForm C3 Alloy, 142x12mm, SAVE, 1-1/8" headtube, post mount disc, StraightShot internal cable routing, dropper post compatible, KickFlip hidden 18mm 2-bolt kickstand mount, BSA-73, 27.5" wheels (XS, S) / 29" wheels (M, L, XL)
Fork:
SR Suntour XCM , coil, 100mm travel, 46mm offset (29"), 80mm travel, 42mm offset (27.5")
Headset:
Semi-Integrated, 1-1/8"
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur:
microSHIFT Acolyte, 8-speed
Shifters:
microSHIFT Acolyte, trigger-style, 8-speed
Crank:
Prowheel Charm, 30T
Cassette:
microSHIFT, 12-42, 8-speed
Bottom Bracket:
ProWheel, square taper
Brakes
Brakes:
Tektro M280 mechanical disc, 160/160mm rotors
Levers:
Tektro RS360A mechanical disc
Wheels
Spokes:
Stainless steel, 14g
Hubs:
(F) Formula DC-51, 15x100mm / (R) Formula DC-1422, 12x142mm
Front Tire:
WTB Ranger, 27.5x2.25" (XS, S) / 29x2.25" (M, L, XL)
Rear Tire:
WTB Ranger, 27.5x2.25" (XS, S) / 29x2.25" (M, L, XL)
Components
Handlebar:
6061 Alloy Riser, 31.8mm, 25mm rise, 700mm
Stem:
Cannondale 4, 6061 Alloy, 31.8, 8°
Grips:
Cannondale Push On
Seatpost:
Cannondale 4, 6061 Alloy, 31.6x400mm
Note: Specifications are subject to change without notice based on component availability.
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| SM |
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| MD |
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| LG |
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| XL |
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