Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Travel Front 50mm -
Fork SunTour NEX
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Groupset Acera, Altus -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 3 × 8 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Althea Women's, SmartForm C2 Alloy, SAVE, 1-1/8" head tube
Suspension Fork
SR SUNTOUR NEX, 50mm, mechanical lockout, 1-1/8" steerer
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Acera
Front Derailleur
Shimano Altus, 31.8 clamp
Shift Levers
Shimano M310 Rapidfire Plus
Cassette
Shimano HG31, 11-32, 8-speed
Crank
Suntour XCE 48/38/28
Bottom Bracket
Tange Cartridge
Chain
KMC Z51, 8-speed
Pedals
Cannondale Reinforced Composite
Wheels
Front Hub
Cannondale C4 Disc, sealed loose ball bearing, QR, 32h
Rear Hub
Cannondale C4 Disc, sealed loose ball bearing, QR, 32h
Rims
Maddux DC 4.0, double wall, 32-hole
Spokes
Stainless, 14g
Tires
Kenda Happy Medium, 700x35c
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro M285 hydraulic disc, 160/160mm
Brake Levers
Tektro M285
Cockpit
Stem
Cannondale C4, 6061 alloy, 31.8, 12 deg
Handlebar
Cannondale C4, 6061 alloy, 20mm rise, 620mm
Grips
Cannondale Ergo Performance, Lock-on
Headset
Tange Si 1-1/8"
Seat
Saddle
Cannondale Women's CX Ergo
Seatpost
Cannondale C4, 6061 Alloy, 27.2x350mm
Model Overview
Althea 1 completes the Cannondale Althea model. There are 21 bikes that carry this model name. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2017, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
Cannondale Althea 2 2017 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 600$. Cannondale Althea X 2017 on the other hand costs 899$, 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.
Fitness bikes average price
If you want an acceptable Fitness bike you should know that the average price is 656$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Fitness bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. In short, before purchasing your ideal bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
This bike was released in 2017 and its price was 740$. Comparing this to the average Fitness bike price, we see that the price is 12.8% more expensive.
Overview of components
Fork
This bike has the SunTour NEX fork installed. The fork’s travel is 50mm. Bike forks absorb the shocks and give you a smooth and pleasant ride. To sum up, when buying a bicycle, make sure you get a fork that is capable of delivering decent travel.
Wheels
As for the wheels, Cannondale Althea 1 2017, has a 700c aluminum model. These are the most popular wheels for road, aero, gravel, cyclocross, race, and gravel bikes. However, these wheels don’t perform so well when passing over obstacles.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The Althea 1 comes with Hydraulic Disc brakes. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
Sizes
This bike has one size only, so it might not fit you. In short, make sure you double-check if it fits you.