How to Choose Mountain Bikes
Cannondale Trail 2 27.5/29 Bike - 2018
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With confident geometry, advanced frame tech, and smooth-shifting Shimano XT and SLX components, the Cannondale Trail 2 27.5/29 bike is ready for everything from casual cruising to full-on XC racing.
Key Details
Wheel Size
S: 27.5 inches
Fork Travel
100 millimeters
Number of Gears
11 gear(s)
- Aluminum alloy frame offers stiffness, durability and smoothness, striking a balance between race-level quickness and confidence-inspiring stability
- Shimano XT/SLX Group drivetrain deftly moves through 11 gears for smooth shifting
- Hydraulic disc brakes offer superb speed management
- Small frame sizes have 27.5 in. tires; Medium, Large and Extra-Large frames have 29 in. tires
- NOTE: Specs and images are subject to change based on component availability
This bike comes with Coast to Coast Support, which includes:
New bikes go through a normal break-in period, after which they should be readjusted. All bicycles sold at REI include free adjustments for one year after purchase date—as many times as you need. Included: derailleur and brake adjustments, lateral wheel truing, hub and headset bearing adjustments, tire inflation and chain lubrication. Not included: replacement or installation of new components or accessories, any other services. Call your local REI Co-op Bike Shop for more information.
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- Free tubes with purchase of flat tire repair (Co-op Cycles brand tubes only; tube must be installed at time of purchase)
New bikes go through a normal break-in period, after which they should be readjusted. All bicycles sold at REI include free adjustments for one year after purchase date—as many times as you need. Included: derailleur and brake adjustments, lateral wheel truing, hub and headset bearing adjustments, tire inflation and chain lubrication. Not included: replacement or installation of new components or accessories, any other services. Call your local REI Co-op Bike Shop for more information.
| Best Use | Mountain Biking |
|---|---|
| Frame | Aluminum |
| Mountain Bike Style | Trail |
| Bike Suspension | Front Suspension |
| Fork | RockShox Judy Gold, 100mm travel, 15x110mm Maxle Stealth |
| Fork Travel | 100 millimeters |
| Crankset | FSA Comet MegaExo, 30t |
| Bottom Bracket | Unavailable |
| Shifters | FSA MegaExo |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano XT, 11-speed, Shadow Plus |
| Rear Cogs | Sunrace 11-46, 11-speed. |
| Number of Gears | 11 gear(s) |
| Brake Type | Hydraulic Disc Brake |
| Brakes | S: Shimano Deore MT500 hydraulic disc, 160/160mm rotors |
| Brake Levers | Shimano Deore MT500 hydraulic disc |
| Rims | WTB STX TCS i23m 32h, tubeless ready |
| Front Hub | Formula 110x15 |
| Rear Hub | Custom Boost QR Formula |
| Wheel Size | S: 27.5 inches |
| Tires | WTB Ranger Comp, DNA Compound, 27.5/29x2.25" |
| Tire Width | 2.25 inches |
| Handlebar Shape | Flat Bar |
| Handlebar | Cannondale C3 riser, Alloy, 760x15mm |
| Stem | Cannondale C3, 6061 Alloy, 1-1/8", 31.8, 5 |
| Seat Post | S: Cannondale C3, 6061 alloy, 31.6x350mm |
| Saddle | Cannondale Stage 3 |
| Pedals | Not included |
| Headset | Sealed Semi Integrated |
| Chain | KMC X11, 11-speed |
| Weight | 28 lbs. 8 oz. |
| Bike Weight | Bike weight is based on median size, as sold, or the average of two median sizes. |
| Gender | Unisex |
Cannondale Bikes (various styles)
| S | M | L | XL | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Height Range | 5'2" - 5'6" | 5'6" - 5' 10" | 5'10" - 6'1" | 6'1" - 6'4" |
| Reach | 40.2 | 42.4 | 44.7 | 47.0 |
| Stack | 61.6 | 62.6 | 63.3 | 64.3 |
| Effective Top Tube | 58.5 | 61.0 | 63.5 | 66.0 |
| Seat Tube Center-Top | 40.0 | 44.0 | 48.0 | 52.0 |
| Standover Height | 74.6 | 77.4 | 82.0 | 85.0 |
| Head Tube Length | 10.5 | 11.5 | 12.5 | 13.5 |
| Head Tube Angle (degrees) | 68.0° | 68.0° | 68.5° | 68.5° |
| Seat Tube Angle (degrees) | 73.5° | 73.5° | 73.5° | 73.5° |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 30.4 | 30.4 | 30.8 | 30.8 |
| Wheelbase | 110.8 | 113.4 | 116.6 | 119.2 |
| Chainstay | 44.0 | 44.0 | 44.5 | 44.5 |
| Fork Offset | 4.2 | 4.2 | 5.1 | 5.1 |
Sizing Notes
Measurements are stated in centimeters unless otherwise indicated.
How we measure bikes
- Standover Height Standover Height is a measurement from the ground to the top of the top tube, measured at the midpoint of the top tube.
- Reach Reach is the horizontal distance from the center of the cranks to the center of the head tube, measured at head tube level.
- Stack Stack is the vertical distance from the center of the cranks to the center of the head tube, measured to the top of the head tube.
- Effective Top Tube Effective top tube is the distance from the center of the head tube to the center of the seat tube/seat post, measured parallel to the ground.
- Seat Tube Center to Top Seat Tube length is the measurement of the seat tube, from the center of the cranks to the top of the seat tube.
- Head Tube Length Head Tube Length is measured from the bottom to the top of the head tube.
- Head Tube Angle Head Tube Angle is the acute angle between the head tube and the ground (measured towards the rear of the bike)
- Seat Tube Angle Seat Tube Angle is the acute angle between the seat tube and the ground (measured towards the rear of the bike).
- Bottom Bracket Height Bottom Bracket Height is a measurement taken vertically from the ground up to the center of the cranks.
- Wheelbase Wheelbase is the measurement from the center of the front axle to the center of the rear axle.
- Chainstay Length Chainstay Length is the measurement from the center of the cranks to the center of the rear axle.
- Fork Offset Fork Offset, or rake, is the distance from the front axle to a line drawn parallel to the center of the head tube or steering axis.
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Location:Delmont PA
7 years ago
Cannondale Trail 2
Yes , I recommend this product
This is how a bike should ride, it rides and shifts smooth, the handling is crisp and nimble and it's very stable. Its equipped with a nice component set that should last a long time it properly maintained.. Its very light and gets up to speed quickly. And after a few long rides and close to 80 miles on it, I'm impressed with quality of this bike . Glad i went with the Trail 2 .. I couldn't be happier with my choice of a new Cannondale.
Location:Weirton, WV
7 years ago
Beyond Expectations
Yes , I recommend this product
Bought this bike yesterday and took it out this morning. This bike is very light and extremely fast. The quality is amazing and better than I expected. The REI bike staff was also very professional and easy to work with.
Location:Lake Forest, CA
6 years ago
Love my Trail 2!
This is an awesome hardtail bike. Great for trail riding, but not ideal for rocky terrain or downhill. When I pushed mine to the max, I wish I had a full suspension bike that day (with 27.5 wheels). Of course, that's not what this bike is for. So, if you're looking for a nice mountain bike that will climb great and handle most downhill decently, this could be a great pick. One caveat: I added a droppable seatpost to mine ($350 with installation), which is not standard on the Trail 2. I was pleased that the wires could be fed through the frame instead of using tie-downs.
Location:Austin, Texas
Age:35–44
Weight:175–200 lbs.
Inseam:34"
Height:6'1"
Experience Level:Beginner
Riding Frequency:Multiple times per week
5 years ago
Great bike to get into the hobby
Yes , I recommend this product
Legit hard tail that can handle rocky Texas trails and nasty downhills with the FS crowd for the most part. Comes set up fairly well. 1st thing I did was a quick upgrade to the tires and pedals to get rolling. The rear hub might not hold up too to the beating I will give it but at this price point this bike is where it’s at!
Age:35–44
Weight:175–200 lbs.
Inseam:34"
Height:6'1"
Experience Level:Beginner
Riding Frequency:Multiple times per week
Location:NM
5 years ago
Love It
Yes , I recommend this product
I'm an avid road biker, and this was my first intro into the mountain scene. REI was great and helping navigating through the options. Glad I made this purchase and it has been a fun bike, I have wrecked a few times, and the bike seems to hold up well.