Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 27.5" -
Travel Front 75mm -
Fork SunTour
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Groupset Tourney, Shimano -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 3 × 7 -
Brakes Mechanical Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Catalyst, SmartForm C3 Alloy, 1-1/8” head tube, rack and fender mounts, 27.5"
Suspension Fork
SR Suntour M3030-27, 75mm, coil spring, 1-1/8", 27.5"
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Tourney, 7-speed
Front Derailleur
Shimano Tourney, 31.8 clamp
Shift Levers
Shimano EF41 Easyfire, 3x7-speed
Cassette
Sunrace, 14-34, 7-speed
Crank
Prowheel, 24/34/42
Bottom Bracket
Semi-cartridge type, square taper, BSA, Sealed bearing
Chain
KMC Z51, 7-speed
Pedals
Cannondale Platform
Wheels
Front Hub
Alloy Disc, Freewheel, sealed, loose ball bearings, QR, 32h
Rear Hub
Alloy Disc, Freewheel, sealed, loose ball bearings, QR, 32h
Rims
DC 6.0, double wall, 32-hole
Spokes
Stainless, 14g
Tires
Innova 27.5"x2.1"
Brakes
Brakes
Jak-7 Cable actuated disc, 160/160mm
Brake Levers
Shimano EF41
Cockpit
Stem
Alloy, 31.8, 8°
Handlebar
Alloy, 25mm rise, 700mm, 31.8
Grips
Cannondale Dual-Density
Headset
Semi-integrated, threadless, 1-1/8"
Seat
Saddle
Cannondale Stage 2
Seatpost
Alloy, micro-adjust, 27.2x350mm
About this model
Catalyst 4 belongs to the Cannondale Catalyst model. There are 12 bikes that carry this model name. Check out the entire range from 2018 of this model, by clicking this link.
Model range prices
Cannondale Catalyst 4 27.5 2018 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 399$. On the other hand, Cannondale Catalyst 1 2018, is the most expensive and costs 710$.
Safety
Your safety should be the top priority when you go for a ride. In short, make sure that you always use a helmet, high visibility clothing, and proper lights when riding at night-time.
Average price for Crosscountry bikes
If you want an acceptable Crosscountry bike you should know that the average price is 1905$. However, you could also get a good Crosscountry bike even if you pay a lower amount than the average price. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
At the moment of the release date, Cannondale Catalyst 4 price was 440$. If we compare this with the average Crosscountry bike cost we notice that the price is 332.95% smaller.
Catalyst 4 components
Fork
The fork installed on this bike is the SunTour model. The travel on this model is 75mm. Bike forks absorb the shocks and give you a smooth and pleasant ride. In conclusion, always look for a fork with decent travel when you buy a bike.
Wheels
When leaving the production line, the Catalyst 4 model has 27.5″ aluminum wheels. 27.5″ wheels are a mixture between 29″ wheels and 26″ wheels. However, the overall traction of 27.5″ wheels is lower than 29″ wheels.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Cannondale Catalyst 4 is equipped with Mechanical Disc brakes. They deliver good performance and cost less than hydraulic disk brakes. However, with hydraulic disk brakes, you have the ultimate braking power!
Sizes
Cannondale Catalyst 4 2018 is available in one size only. In conclusion, double-check its size to make sure it’s a good fit for you.