Cannondale Treadwell 3 2020
Bike details
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum
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Wheels 650b
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Groupset Tourney
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Suspension Rigid
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Drivetrain 1 × 7
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Brakes Mechanical Disc
Recommended size guide.
SM
158cm - 170cm
MD
168cm - 179cm
LG
176cm - 187cm
Parts list
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
All-New, SmartForm C3 Alloy, Ride-Easy low-standover geometry, Straightshot hidden cable routing, Urban Armor frame bumpers, flat mount disc, rack/fender mounts, Ride-Easy low-standover geometry, Straightshot hidden cable routing, Urban Armor frame bumpers, Flat mount disc, Rack/fender mounts
Suspension Fork
All-New, Steel blades, 1-1/8" steerer, OutFront offset, flat mount disc, mid-blade mounts
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Tourney
Shift Levers
Shimano Tourney, 7-speed
Cassette
Sunrace, 11-34, 7-speed
Crank
Prowheel, 38T
Bottom Bracket
Cartridge Sealed
Chain
KMC Z51, 7-speed
Pedals
Cannondale Comfort
Wheels
Front Hub
Sealed Alloy Disc, QR
Rear Hub
Sealed Alloy Disc, QR
Rims
Cannondale, double wall, 32h
Spokes
Stainless Steel, 14g
Tires
Maxxis DTR-1, 650b x 47c
Brakes
Brakes
Promax mechanical disc, 160/160mm rotors
Brake Levers
Cannondale Forged alloy
Cockpit
Stem
Cannondale 3 with Intellimount, alloy, 31.8mm clamp
Handlebar
Cannondale Cruise Control riser, 6061 alloy, 31.8mm clamp, 15 degree backsweep, 740mm width
Grips
Cannondale Comfort
Headset
Tange Semi-Integrated
Seat
Saddle
Cannondale Treadwell, 170mm, steel rails
Seatpost
Alloy, 31.6 x 350mm
Fit data
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG |
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| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.49 mm | 1.52 mm | 1.56 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 280 mm | 280 mm | 280 mm |
| Front Center | 601 mm | 618 mm | 639 mm |
| Rake | 55 mm | 55 mm | 55 mm |
| Trail | 63 mm | 60 mm | 60 mm |
| Stack | 554 mm | 584 mm | 614 mm |
| Reach | 372 mm | 383 mm | 394 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 561 mm | 583 mm | 604 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 71 ° | 71 ° | 71 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 387 mm | 450 mm | 513 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70.5 ° | 71 ° | 71 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 135 mm | 165 mm | 196 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 464 mm | 464 mm | 464 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1063 mm | 1080 mm | 1101 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 64 mm | 64 mm | 64 mm |
| Standover Height | 669 mm | 713 mm | 751 mm |
| Wheels | 650 | 650 | 650 |
| Rider Min Height | 158 cm | 168 cm | 176 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 170 cm | 179 cm | 187 cm |
About this model
Treadwell 3 is part of the Cannondale Treadwell model. 48 bikes variations carry this model name so far. You can easily view all of the Cannondale Treadwell bikes models from 2020, here.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Cannondale Treadwell 3 Remixte 2020 has a starting price of 635$. Cannondale Treadwell EQ 2020 on the other hand is the most expensive at 950$.
Safety
Make sure you wear a helmet on every ride, and that your bike performs well. In short, this means checking the tires, brakes, and chain to make sure everything is in good working order.
Hybrid bikes average price
If you want an acceptable Hybrid bike you should know that the average price is 562$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Hybrid bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. In short, before purchasing your ideal bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
When Cannondale released this model in 2020, its price was 635$. Comparing the average cost of a Hybrid bike to this one, you will see that Treadwell 3 price is 12.99% more expensive.
Average weight for Hybrid bikes
On a deeper look, we notice that the average weight of a Hybrid bike is 13.85 kg (30.53 lbs). It is a good advantage to have a lighter bike than the average. However, a heavier bike is more efficient on descents.
much lighter than average, Treadwell 3 has a weight of 11.8 kg (26.01 lbs). In short, the average Hybrid bike weight is 17.37% higher than this one.
Internal Cable Routing
It’s also important to mention the internal cable routing that this bike has. In short, this will allow you to keep your bike cables in great condition. Say goodbye to hanging cables.
Treadwell 3 components
Fork material
When it comes to the fork, this bike has a steel one, which tends to be more flexible than carbon forks in general. However, a carbon fork is considerably lighter.
Wheels
The Treadwell 3 2020 bike is equipped with aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. The 650b wheels are very similar to 700c, with a slight difference in diameter. However, they don’t perform so well when you go over bumps and obstacles.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The Treadwell 3 has Mechanical Disc brakes. They are much easier to maintain than hydraulic disk brakes. However, performance-wise there is room for improvement.
Sizes
Treadwell 3 comes in 3 sizes, that range from 158 cm – 187 cm (5.18 ft – 6.14 ft). In short, you can easily find one that suits you.
