Cannondale Habit Women’s Carbon 2 2017
2017 Mountain
Estimate price |
3,799$
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon -
Wheels 27.5" -
Travel Front 120mm -
Travel Rear 120mm -
Fork RockShox Pike RC
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Groupset XT, SLX -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 1 × 11 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Habit 27.5 Women's, 120mm, BallisTec Carbon, Carbon Link, SmartForm C1 Alloy swingarm, PF30, Flat Mount Brake, Pivoting Der Hanger, 1.5 Si headtube
Suspension Fork
RockShox Pike RC, 120mm, tapered steerer, Charger Damper, Solo Air, 15mm Maxle Ultimate, 42mm offset
Rear Shock
Fox Float DPS, 3-position lever, 120mm travel
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XT, 11-speed
Front Derailleur
N/A
Shift Levers
Shimano SLX, 11-speed
Cassette
Shimano SLX, 11-42, 11-speed
Crank
Cannondale Si, BB30 w/ SpideRing, X-Sync®, 30t
Bottom Bracket
Cannondale BB30
Chain
Shimano HG601, 11-speed
Pedals
N/A
Wheels
Front Hub
Formula - 100x15mm front, 142x12mm w/HG driver rear
Rear Hub
Formula - 100x15mm front, 142x12mm w/HG driver rear
Rims
WTB STP i23 TCS, 32 hole, Tubeless Ready
Spokes
DT Swiss Champion
Tires
Schwalbe Nobby Nic Performance 27.5x2.35 front, 2.25 rear, TwinSkin, tubeless ready
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano Deore M615 hydraulic disc, 180/160mm
Brake Levers
Shimano Deore M615
Cockpit
Stem
Cannondale C4, 6061 Alloy, 1-1/8", 31.8, 7 deg.
Handlebar
Cannondale C3 riser, Alloy, 4 degree upsweep, 9 degree backsweep, 740x15mm
Grips
Cannondale Dual Locking Grips
Headset
Cannondale C4, 6061 Alloy, 1-1/8", 31.8, 7 deg.
Seat
Saddle
Cannondale Stage 3 Women's Ergo
Seatpost
TransX Dropper Post, 31.6, 120mm drop, internal routing
Model Overview
Habit Women’s Carbon 2 is part of the Cannondale Habit model. Cannondale released 86 bikes variations of this model so far. You can easily view all of the Cannondale Habit bikes models from 2017, here.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Cannondale Habit 6 2017 has a starting price of 1899$. Cannondale Habit Carbon 1 2017 on the other hand is the most expensive at 7999$.
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$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Trail bike. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
When Cannondale released this model in 2017, its price was 3799$. In conclusion, this bike price is 37.55% more expensive than the price of the average Trail bike.
Habit Women’s Carbon 2 components
Fork
The Habit Women’s Carbon 2 comes factory-installed with the RockShox Pike RC fork. This has a travel range of 120mm. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. In conclusion, always look for a fork with decent travel when you buy a bike.
Rear Shock
Cannondale Habit Women’s Carbon 2 bike has the Fox Float DPS model installed, and has a travel of 120mm. Rear shocks offer better comfort, better traction, and better cornering. This allows for quicker riding on rough roads and trails. To sum up, get a full-suspension bike if you want the smoothest rides.
Wheels
The Habit Women’s Carbon 2 2017 bike is equipped with 27.5″ aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. 27.5″ wheels are a mixture between 29″ wheels and 26″ wheels. However, the 27.5″ wheels are less forgiving than the 29″ wheels.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Cannondale Habit Women’s Carbon 2 is equipped with Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
Sizes
Cannondale Habit Women’s Carbon 2 2017 is available in one size only. In conclusion, double-check its size to make sure it’s a good fit for you.
Dropper post
Cannondale Habit Women’s Carbon 2 includes a dropper post. Needless to say, a dropper post will come in handy on climbs and descends. You’ll fall in love with it at first sight!