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Cannondale Trail 2 Mountain Bike 2026 - Hardtail MTB
Trail 2 carries the legacy of Cannondale’s 50 years of crafting high-performance bikes. The SmartForm C3 alloy frame and Suntour XCM32 fork, with 100mm travel (80mm on XS and Small sizes) team up for a smooth, capable ride across trails and streets alike. Shimano’s CUES 9-speed drivetrain keeps shifting easy and predictable, while Tektro hydraulic disc brakes give you total control when the trail gets tricky. WTB wheels and wide handlebars boost confidence and handling, making Trail 2 the perfect gateway to Cannondale’s mountain biking heritage.
Key Features:
- A lightweight, durable SmartForm C3 Alloy frame
- 29” wheels on the larger sizes, 27.5” wheels on XS and Small for the best blend of fit and speed
- Bump-eating SR Suntour XCM32 Boost fork with 100mm of travel (80mm on XS and Small sizes)
- Shimano CUES U4000 9-speed shifting - wide range gearing with the simplicity of a single front chainring
- A hidden kickstand mount, plus mounts for a rack and fenders, offer true do-it-all versatility
Light, Fast, Built to Last
Cannondale’s C3 alloy frame delivers an easy-to-handle and sporty ride that feels zippy and fun. Lightweight and built to last — kind of like that one pair of jeans you can’t stop wearing (if your jeans came with a lifetime warranty).
Shifting Made Simple
Ditch front derailleur and the clunky front shifters. The 1x drivetrain lets you focus on getting rad, not fiddling with gears. With fewer moving parts, it ensures smooth, reliable shifting for effortless climbs and descents.
We’ve Got Your Back(side)
Comfortable, confidence-boosting geometry and responsive handling mean more smiles per mile, whether you're cruising or charging.
Occasionally, without notice, manufacturers change product design and/or specifications.
| Frame | Trail, SmartForm C3 Alloy, 142x12mm, SAVE, 1-1/8" headtube, post mount disc, StraightShot internal cable routing, dropper post compatible, KickFlip hidden 18mm 2-bolt kickstand mount port, BSA-73, 27.5" wheels (XS, S) / 29" wheels (M, L, XL) |
| Fork | SR Suntour XCM Boost, coil, 100mm travel, 46mm offset (29"), 80mm travel, 42mm offset (27.5") |
| Headset | Semi-Integrated, 1-1/8" |
| Stem | Cannondale 4, 6061 Alloy, 31.8, 6° |
| Bars | Cannondale Riser, 6061 Alloy, 25mm rise, 8° sweep, 6° rise, 720mm |
| Front Brake | ProWheel, square taper |
| Rear Brake | ProWheel, square taper |
| Brake Lever | Tektro hydraulic disc |
| Rear Mech | Shimano CUES U4000 |
| Shifters | Shimano CUES U4000, 9-speed |
| Speed | 9 |
| Rims | WTB SX19, 32h |
| Front Hub | Formula DC-51, 15x100mm |
| Rear Hub | Formula DC-1422, 12x142mm |
| Spokes | Stainless Steel, 14g |
| Front Tyre | Trail Boss 27.5x2.25" (XS,S) / 29x2.25" (M, L, XL) Comp, 30 TPI |
| Rear Tyre | Trail Boss 27.5x2.25" (XS,S) / 29x2.25" (M, L, XL) Comp, 30 TPI |
| Seat Post | Cannondale 4, 6061 Alloy, 31.6 |
| Saddle | Cannondale Trail |
| Chainset | Prowheel, Charm 30T |
| Bottom Bracket | ProWheel, square taper |
| Chain | KMC X9, 9-speed |
| Cassette | Shimano CUES, 11-46, 9-speed |
| Pedals | Resin Platform |
Cannondale Trail Size Chart
|
SIZE |
HEIGHT (cm) |
HEIGHT (ft) |
|
S |
154 – 162 |
5’1” – 5’4” |
|
M |
162 – 172 |
5’4” – 5’8” |
|
L |
170 – 182 |
5’7” – 6’0” |
|
XL |
182 – 190 |
6’0” – 6’3” |
Cannondale Trail Geometry Chart
| Size | XS (27.5") | SM (27.5") | MD (29") | LG (29") | XL (29") |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack | 573 | 591 | 623 | 632 | 641 |
| Reach | 365 | 402 | 425 | 447 | 469 |
| Head Tube Length | 95 | 95 | 105 | 115 | 125 |
| Head Tube Angle | 68.0° | 68.0° | 68.0° | 68.0° | 68.0° |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 293 | 293 | 307 | 307 | 307 |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 60 | 60 | 65 | 65 | 65 |
| Trail | 97 | 97 | 101 | 101 | 101 |
| Fork Rake/Offset | 42 | 42 | 46 | 46 | 46 |
| Front Centre | 621 | 665 | 702 | 728 | 754 |
| Chainstay Length | 440 | 440 | 445 | 445 | 445 |
| Wheelbase | 1054 | 1098 | 1140 | 1166 | 1192 |
| Top Tube Length (horizontal) | 535 | 577 | 609 | 634 | 659 |
| Standover Height | 673 | 710 | 768 | 795 | 839 |
| Seat Tube Length | 330 | 381 | 432 | 470 | 533 |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73.5° | 73.5° | 73.5° | 73.5° | 73.5° |
All measurements are in mm unless otherwise stated.
The above table shows the standard geometry for the bicycle as shipped, other geometry configurations may be available with certain bikes. Please contact us via Live Chat to find out more.
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