Cannondale Althea 1 2019
2019 Urban
Estimate price |
1,150$
Weight | 11.43 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Travel Front 50mm -
Fork SunTour NCX
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Groupset GX, NX -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 1 × 11 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
XS
151cm - 164cm
SM
160cm - 172cm
MD
166cm - 179cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Althea, SmartForm C2 Alloy, SAVE, 1-1/2" to 1-1/8" tapered head tube
Suspension Fork
SR Suntour NCX, 1-1/2"- 1-1/8" tapered, Lockout, 50mm (S, M) / SR Suntour M3030, Lockout, 63mm (XS only)
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM GX, Long cage
Shift Levers
SRAM NX, 11-speed
Cassette
SRAM PG-1130, 11-42, 11-speed
Crank
SRAM NX, 32T
Bottom Bracket
SRAM GXP
Chain
SRAM PC-1110, 11-speed
Pedals
Cannondale Fitness Reinforced Composite
Wheels
Front Hub
Alloy Disc, sealed, loose ball bearings, QR, 32h
Rear Hub
Alloy Disc, sealed, loose ball bearings, QR, 32h
Rims
DC 3.0, double wall w/eyelet, 32h
Spokes
Stainless Steel, 14g
Tires
Kenda Happy Medium, 700 x 35c (S, M) / Schwalbe G-One, 650 x 38c (XS only)
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano M396 hydro disc, 160/160mm
Brake Levers
Shimano M396 hydro disc
Cockpit
Stem
Cannondale C3, 6061 Alloy, 31.8, 12°
Handlebar
Cannondale C4, 6061 double-butted, 12mm rise, 660mm
Grips
Cannondale Ergo Performance Women's, Lock-on
Headset
VP Si 1-1/2"- 1-1/8"
Seat
Saddle
Cannondale Women's CX Ergo
Seatpost
Cannondale C3, 6061 Alloy, 27.2 x 350mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS | SM | MD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.48 mm | 1.5 mm | 1.5 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 296 mm | 293 mm | 293 mm |
| Front Center | 625 mm | 635 mm | 650 |
| Rake | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm |
| Trail | 78 mm | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Stack | 565 mm | 585 mm | 600 mm |
| Reach | 382 mm | 390 mm | 399 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 554 mm | 568 mm | 582 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 350 mm | 400 mm | 450 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 69.5 ° | 69.5 ° | 69.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 107 mm | 107 mm | 123 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 436 mm | 451 mm | 451 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1058 mm | 1079 mm | 1094 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 41 mm | 60 mm | 60 mm |
| Standover Height | 680 mm | 720 mm | 758 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 |
| Rider Min Height | 151 cm | 160 cm | 166 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 164 cm | 172 cm | 179 cm |
Model Overview
Althea 1 is part of the Cannondale Althea model. Cannondale launched 21 bikes of this model so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2019, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
Cannondale Althea 3 2019 is the cheapest bike model and costs 685$. Cannondale Althea 1 2019 is the most expensive one and costs 1150$.
Safety
Your safety is a top priority so always wear a helmet when you ride your bike. Moreover, wear the right clothing. You want to be visible to other drivers, so avoid wearing dark clothing.
Average price for Fitness bikes
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Fitness bike is 656$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Fitness bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
When Cannondale released this model in 2019, its price was 1150$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Althea 1 price is 75.3% more expensive than the average cost of a Fitness bike.
Average weight for Fitness bikes
The average weight for Fitness bikes is 11.24 kg (24.78 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.
slightly heavier than average, Althea 1 has a weight of 11.43 kg (25.2 lbs). In conclusion, the average Fitness bike weighs 1.69% less than Althea 1.
Althea 1 components
Fork
Cannondale Althea 1 2019 bike is equipped with the SunTour NCX fork, and has 50mm travel. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. In short, you should always ensure you have a good fork when purchasing a bike.
Wheels
The wheels on Althea 1 are the 700c aluminum type. There is no doubt, that 700c wheels are very popular on all road bike models. However, while they give you great speed and control, these wheels are not so bump-friendly.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Cannondale Althea 1 is equipped with Hydraulic Disc brakes. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.
Sizes
Althea 1 comes in 3 sizes, that range from 151 cm – 179 cm (4.95 ft – 5.87 ft). In conclusion, it won’t take much to find one that’s right for you.