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  • Cannondale Cannondale Trail 8 Quicksand - QSD, XL 29 M
  • Cannondale Cannondale Trail 8 Quicksand - QSD, XL 29 M
  • Cannondale Cannondale Trail 8 Quicksand - QSD, XL 29 M
  • Cannondale Cannondale Trail 8 Quicksand - QSD, XL 29 M
  • Cannondale Cannondale Trail 8 Quicksand - QSD, XL 29 M
  • Cannondale Cannondale Trail 8 Quicksand - QSD, XL 29 M

Cannondale Trail 8 Quicksand - QSD, XL 29 M

$689.99 $589.00 Excl. tax

Capability, comfort, and control. If you want to hit the trail, start with the Trail!

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A mountain bike built to raise your game and ignite a passion for the trail. Designed for the mountains and ready for anything.

Where it thrives

Low-impact trails, gravel roads, leisurely ride

What it's built for

Handling, durability

Highlights

  • Light and durable SmartForm C3 Alloy frame
  • SR Suntour M3030 suspension fork, 75mm travel
  • 7-speed drivetrain w/ double chainring cranks / Tektro mechanical disc brakes

Specs

DETAILS

  • Platform
    Trail
  • Model Name
    Trail Women's 8
  • Model Code
    C26601F

FRAMESET

  • Frame
    SmartForm C3 Alloy, SAVE, 1-1/8" headtube, post mount disc, StraightShot internal cable routing, dropper post compatible, BSA-73
  • Fork
    SR Suntour M3030, 75mm, coil, 42mm offset (27.5") 46mm offset (29")
  • Headset
    Semi-Integrated, 1-1/8"

DRIVETRAIN

  • Rear Derailleur
    microSHIFT M26L
  • Front Derailleur
    microSHIFT Dual Pull Compact, Band Clamp
  • Shifters
    microSHIFT, 7-speed
  • Chain
    KMC Z7, 7-speed
  • Crank
    Prowheel, 36/22
  • Rear Cogs
    Sunrace, 11-34, 7-speed
  • Bottom Bracket
    Sealed cartridge bearing, square taper

BRAKES

  • Brakes
    Tektro mechanical disc, 160/160mm rotors
  • Brake Levers
    Tektro

WHEELS

  • Rims
    WTB SX19, 32h
  • Front Hub
    Formula, QR
  • Rear Hub
    Formula QR
  • Spokes
    Stainless Steel, 14g
  • Tires
    WTB Ranger Comp, 29x2.25" (27.5x2.25" - XS, SM), DNA Compound
  • Tire Size
    2.25
  • Wheel Size
    29
  • Front Tire
    WTB Ranger Comp, 29x2.25" (27.5x2.25" - XS, SM), DNA Compound
  • Rear Tire
    WTB Ranger Comp, 29x2.25" (27.5x2.25" - XS, SM), DNA Compound

COMPONENTS

  • Handlebar
    6061 Alloy Riser, 31.8mm, 25mm rise, 700mm
  • Stem
    6061 Alloy, 31.8, 8°
  • Grips
    Cannondale Dual-Density
  • Saddle
    Cannondale Stage 2 Women's
  • Seatpost
    Cannondale 3, 6061 Alloy, 31.6x350mm (XS - SM), 400mm (MD-LG)

PLEASE NOTE THAT, BASED ON COMPONENT AVAILABILITY AND OTHER FACTORS, SPECIFICATIONS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE.

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What I Like
Comfort (1), Durability (1)
Used For
Exploring & Touring (1), Riding Trails (1)
 
 
1 Review
 
 
Rated 5 out of 5
 
 
 
 
 
Jul 30, 2021
Melissa M
Women’s Trail 8
Luvvv this bike! It’s lightweight and easy to carry up and down my apartment stairs. I’m only 5 feet short and I have no problem with transporting the bike in my car. The bike rides smoothly on downhill trails and is easy to maneuver in the city. Gear shifting is easy too. This bike surpasses other bikes in the same price range. I am super happy with my new bike! Thank you Cannondale! melissa
Age
45-64
Location
Alexandria, VA, US
What I Like:Comfort, Durability
Used For:Exploring & Touring, Riding Trails
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