Cannondale Trail 3 2020
2020 Mountain
Estimate price |
1,300$
Weight | 14.5 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 29" / 29" -
Travel Front 120mm -
Fork RockShox Judy Silver TK
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Groupset SX Eagle -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 1 × 12 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
XS
158cm - 167cm
SM
165cm - 173cm
MD
169cm - 180cm
MD
169cm - 180cm
LG
177cm - 186cm
XL
183cm - 191cm
XXL
186cm - 194cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
SmartForm C2 Alloy, SAVE, Boost spacing, tapered 1-1/8" to 1.5" headtube, flat mount brake, StraightShot internal cable routing, BSA-73, SAVE, Boost spacing, Tapered 1-1/8" to 1.5" headtube, Flat mount brake, StraightShot internal cable routing, BSA-73
Suspension Fork
RockShox Judy Silver TK, 120mm, Solo Air, 15x110, tapered steerer, 42mm offset (27.5") 51mm offset (29")
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM SX Eagle
Shift Levers
SRAM SX Eagle, 12-speed
Cassette
SRAM PG-1210, SX Eagle, 11-50, 12-speed
Crank
SRAM SX Eagle, 30T
Bottom Bracket
Truvativ Power Spline
Chain
SRAM SX Eagle, 12-speed
Pedals
Cannondale Platform
Wheels
Front Hub
Shimano MT400 15x110
Rear Hub
Shimano MT200, Boost 141, QR
Rims
WTB STX i23 TCS, 32h, tubeless ready
Spokes
Stainless Steel, 14g
Tires
WTB Breakout Comp, 27.5/29 x 2.3", DNA Compound
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano MT200 hydro disc, 180/160mm RT10 rotors
Brake Levers
Shimano MT200 hydro disc
Cockpit
Stem
Cannondale 3 with Intellimount, alloy, 31.8mm clamp
Handlebar
Cannondale 3 Riser, 6061 Alloy, 15mm rise, 8° sweep, 4° rise, 760mm
Grips
Cannondale Locking Grips
Headset
Semi Integrated, 1-1/8" to 1-1/2"
Seat
Saddle
Cannondale Stage 3
Seatpost
Cannondale 3, 6061 Alloy, 31.6 x 350/400mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS | SM | MD | MD | LG | XL | XXL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.67 mm | 1.54 mm | 1.48 mm | 1.47 mm | 1.42 mm | 1.37 mm | 1.33 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 304 mm | 304 mm | 304 mm | 308 mm | 308 mm | 308 mm | 308 mm |
| Front Center | 634 mm | 675 mm | 701 mm | 703 mm | 729 mm | 754 mm | 781 mm |
| Rake | 42 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm | 51 mm | 51 mm | 51 mm | 51 mm |
| Trail | 102 mm | 102 mm | 102 mm | 92 mm | 92 mm | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Stack | 603 mm | 612 mm | 622 mm | 620 mm | 629 mm | 639 mm | 648 mm |
| Reach | 361 mm | 398 mm | 420 mm | 421 mm | 443 mm | 466 mm | 488 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 541 mm | 581 mm | 606 mm | 606 mm | 631 mm | 656 mm | 681 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 345 mm | 400 mm | 440 mm | 440 mm | 480 mm | 520 mm | 560 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 68 ° | 68 ° | 68 ° | 68.5 ° | 68.5 ° | 68.5 ° | 68.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 95 mm | 105 mm | 115 mm | 115 mm | 125 mm | 135 mm | 145 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 436 mm | 436 mm | 436 mm | 441 mm | 441 mm | 441 mm | 441 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1063 mm | 1104 mm | 1130 mm | 1136 mm | 1162 mm | 1188 mm | 1214 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 60 mm | 60 mm | 60 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm |
| Standover Height | 706 mm | 742 mm | 770 mm | 791 mm | 816 mm | 846 mm | 876 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
| Rider Min Height | 158 cm | 165 cm | 169 cm | 169 cm | 177 cm | 183 cm | 186 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 167 cm | 173 cm | 180 cm | 180 cm | 186 cm | 191 cm | 194 cm |
About this model
Trail 3 belongs to the Cannondale Trail model. There are 240 bikes that carry this model name. You can easily view all of the Cannondale Trail bikes models from 2020, here.
Model range prices
Cannondale Kids Trail 12 Girl’s 2020 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 230$. Cannondale Trail 1 2020 on the other hand costs 1850$, and is the most expensive model.
Safety
Take safety seriously when you ride your bike, and always wear your helmet. Moreover, don’t ride on the sidewalk. This is actually against the law in some states and can be dangerous for both you and pedestrians.
Average price for Trail bikes
If you want an acceptable Trail bike you should know that the average price is 2762$. However, even though the average price of a Trail bike is lower, you might still be able to get a top-quality bike. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 1300$. Comparing this to the average Trail bike price, we see that the price is 112.46% lower.
Trail bikes average weight
If we make a quick analysis of the average weight of a Trail bike, we get 12.98 kg (28.62 lbs). You will have a greater advantage on climbs if your bike is easier than the average. On descents, however, a heavier bike will give you extra speed.
Trail 3 weighs 14.5 kg (31.97 lbs) and is considerably heavier than the average. In other words, this model is 11.71% heavier than the average Trail bike.
Internal Cable Routing
Another thing to mention, is the internal cable routing of this bike. In conclusion, this helps you too, keep the bike cables in mint condition, and also it looks better. No more cables, surrounding the bike.
Trail 3 components
Fork
The Trail 3 comes factory-installed with the RockShox Judy Silver TK fork. This has a travel range of 120mm. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. To sum up, when buying a bicycle, make sure you get a fork that is capable of delivering decent travel.
Wheels size
When leaving the production line, the Trail 3 model has 29″ aluminum wheels. With 29″ wheels, bumps will feel lighter and you’ll gain more speed on descends, compared to smaller wheel-sized bikes. However, these wheels are not ideal for smaller people.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The Trail 3 has Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes are perfect for mountain biking, road cycling, and commuting. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
Sizes
Trail 3 comes in 7 sizes, that range from 158 cm – 194 cm (5.18 ft – 6.36 ft). In short, you can easily find one that suits you.