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Cannondale Trail 6 Mountain Bike
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Hit hard turns and hefty hills on the Cannondale Trail 6 hardtail mountain bike. It's built to handle the mountains with a light alloy frame, Shimano components and shock-absorbing front suspension.
Key Details
Wheel Size
S: 27.5 inches
L: 29 inches
Fork Travel
100 millimeters
Number of Gears
16 gear(s)
- Durable SmartForm C3 alloy frame delivers an exceptionally lightweight, efficient and smooth ride
- SR Suntour XCM fork offers 100 mm of travel with smooth suspension
- Shimano M315 Rapidfire Plus 2 x 8-speed shifting handles steep climbs while delivering smooth, efficient shifting
- Reliable Shimano hydraulic disc brakes provide great stopping power and control
- SAVE micro-suspension offers a smoother, more controlled ride with strategically engineered flex zones built into the frame's rear triangle
- Slack 68° head angle creates exceptionally stable handling to charge the descents with confidence
- WTB Ranger Comp wheels rip around every turn with steadfast grip
- StraightShot internal cable routing for shifting and dropper post cables in the down tube makes for clean lines and easy maintenance; rear brake line runs outside the frame
- Compatible with 31.6 mm dropper posts (not included)
- NOTE: Specs and images are subject to change based on component availability
Imported.
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 |
|---|---|
| Mountain Bike Style | Trail |
| Frame | SmartForm C3 alloy, 1 1/8 in. head tube, dropper post compatible |
| Bike Suspension | Front Suspension |
| Fork | SR Suntour XCT, 100mm, coil, 42mm offset (27.5 in.) 46mm offset (29 in.) |
| Fork Travel | 100 millimeters |
| Crankset | Prowheel, 36/22T |
| Bottom Bracket | Cartridge, square taper |
| Shifters | Shimano M315 Rapidfire Plus, 2x8-speed |
| Front Derailleur | Shimano Altus, 34.9 clamp |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano Acera |
| Rear Cogs | 11-34T, 8-speed |
| Number of Gears | 16 gear(s) |
| Brake Type | Hydraulic Disc Brake |
| Brakes | Tektro M275 hydraulic disc, 160/160mm rotors |
| Brake Levers | Shimano MT200 hydraulic disc |
| Rims | WTB SX19, 32 h |
| Front Hub | Shimano HBTX 505 |
| Rear Hub | Shimano FHTX505 |
| Wheel Size | S: 27.5 inches L: 29 inches |
| Tires | WTB Ranger Comp |
| Tire Width | 2.25 inches |
| Handlebar Shape | Riser Bar |
| Handlebar | 6061 alloy, 25 mm rise, 8 deg. sweep, 6 deg. rise, 720 mm |
| Stem | 6061 alloy, 31.8, 7 degree |
| Seat Post | C3, 6061 alloy, 31.6 x 350/400 mm |
| Saddle | Cannondale Stage 3 |
| Pedals | Cannondale Platform |
| Headset | 1-1/8 in. |
| Chain | KMC X8, 8-speed |
| Weight | 32 lbs. 12.8 oz. |
| Bike Weight | Bike weight is based on median size, as sold, or the average of two median sizes. |
| Gender | Unisex |
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| XS | S | M | L | XL | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Height Range | 4'6" - 5'2" | 5'1" - 5'4" | 5'4" - 5'8" | 5'7" - 6'0" | 6'0" - 6'3" |
| Reach | 36.5 | 40.2 | 42.5 | 44.7 | 47.0 |
| Stack | 60.7 | 61.6 | 62.4 | 63.3 | 64.3 |
| Effective Top Tube | 54.5 | 58.5 | 61.0 | 63.5 | 66.0 |
| Seat Tube Center-Top | 34.5 | 40.0 | 44.0 | 48.0 | 52.0 |
| Standover Height | 71.0 | 74.6 | 79.5 | 82.0 | 85.0 |
| Head Tube Length | 9.5 | 10.5 | 11.5 | 12.5 | 13.5 |
| Head Tube Angle (degrees) | 68.0 | 68.0 | 68.5 | 68.5 | 68.5 |
| Seat Tube Angle (degrees) | 73.5 | 73.5 | 73.5 | 73.5 | 73.5 |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 30.4 | 30.4 | 30.8 | 30.8 | 30.8 |
| Wheelbase | 106.7 | 110.8 | 114.0 | 116.6 | 119.2 |
| Chainstay | 44.0 | 44.0 | 44.5 | 44.5 | 44.5 |
| Fork Offset | 4.2 | 4.2 | 5.1 | 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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Most Helpful Favorable Review
Cannondale Trail 6-Good entry trail & paved Mbike
psmopar3 years ago
Great entry+ trail, unpaved road, off road grass/gravel, or paved trail bike. Go with the sizing per Cannondale website and then look on YouTube to adjust seat height, seat forward aft position. I went with Large at first and it was slightly too small. Exchanged for XL frame and REI made it really easy and good exchange! Glad I bought at REI. Once I got XL home adjusted brake lever and shifter lever position, seat height, and seat a little backward. Now I don't have numb hands or pelvic area and legs feel even work on quads and hamstrings. Get the correct size and fiddle around with adjustments..it makes a good positive difference. I like the Cannondale trail 6. Nice bike so far. Decent gearing for riding on flat road/trail and good gearing for off road or up trail or up hills.
psmopar
Greensboro NC
33 people found this review helpful
Most Helpful Critical Review
Tried to buy one but had no name parts on it
Anonymous2 years ago
Came in a few weeks ago and bought one of these Trail 6 bikes. As the guy was getting it ready for me, I noticed the disc brakes had no identification on them. They're supposed to be Tektro, but the brakes on my Trail 6 were a complete mystery. There was no label at all. So having no clue what I was taking home with me, I cancelled the sale. Salesman agreed with me and said he was baffled too. So we ordered another one in the hopes that it would come in with the right parts on it. Went up yesterday to pick it up (5/3/23) and sure enough, no Tektro brakes on it. It has the same mystery brakes that the first one had. So I cancelled that order too. I'm not spending my hard earned dollars on a bike with random no-name parts on it. So, buyer beware, check your bike before you leave the store and make sure you're getting what you paid for. In this case, I wasn't...twice. So no Trail 6 for me. Still on the hunt for a good mountain bike. Wish me luck!
Anonymous
Plano, Texas
46 people found this review helpful
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YachtRocker
Salt Lake City, UT
Rear Derailleur Fail
1 year ago
I've had fun riding this bike around town and also on some easy trails. There's nothing to complain about with the bike frame, seat, handlebars, pedals,etc. For the price, it's just fine in these areas. I did have an issue with the Shimano Acera rear derailleur, however. I've only ridden several hundred miles on the bike. The chain seemed to have too much slack when coasting downhill and started having some shifting glitches as well. Finally, today i was shifting and the rear derailleur actually just fell off the bike! It was shocking to say the least. So I'm giving 3 stars for the time being, and depending on how the issue gets resolved I'll edit this review.
Age:45–54
Weight:150–175 lbs.
Inseam:34"
Height:6'0"
Experience Level:Casual
Riding Frequency:Multiple times per week
Yes , I recommend this product
Sarah
Surprise, AZ
Great entry level bike
2 years ago
I’m starting out as a mountain bike rider and my research had included that Cannondale bikes are a decent entry level bike. REI had this model marked down in price and so I thought I’d try it out. The bike rides smooth along with smooth shifting. The seat is a little hard on the backside but once you become conditioned it doesn’t make that much of a difference. It’s easy to maneuver on trails and the brakes work well around turns and on significant drops. I also ride it through the developments in the neighborhood during the week and it rides well on the pavement. I look forward to many rides with it.
Age:45–54
Weight:175–200 lbs.
Inseam:32"
Height:5'7"
Experience Level:Beginner
Riding Frequency:Multiple times per week
Yes , I recommend this product
psmopar
Greensboro NC
Cannondale Trail 6-Good entry trail & paved Mbike
3 years ago
Great entry+ trail, unpaved road, off road grass/gravel, or paved trail bike. Go with the sizing per Cannondale website and then look on YouTube to adjust seat height, seat forward aft position. I went with Large at first and it was slightly too small. Exchanged for XL frame and REI made it really easy and good exchange! Glad I bought at REI. Once I got XL home adjusted brake lever and shifter lever position, seat height, and seat a little backward. Now I don't have numb hands or pelvic area and legs feel even work on quads and hamstrings. Get the correct size and fiddle around with adjustments..it makes a good positive difference. I like the Cannondale trail 6. Nice bike so far. Decent gearing for riding on flat road/trail and good gearing for off road or up trail or up hills.
Age:45–54
Weight:250–275 lbs.
Inseam:34"
Height:6'3"
Experience Level:Experienced
Riding Frequency:Multiple times per week
Jared
Nice bike but fake unbranded components
2 years ago
Ordered this bike on Rei.com for pick up at my local store. Went today to get bike and realized that many of the components were unbranded! The brakes were supposed to be Tektro but mine had no label. The rear derailer was supposed to be Shimano but mine said Muzzo - some offshoot Chinese brand. Can’t believe REI is selling this bike with different specs. Ultimately Cannondale clearly has a problem here of hoping no one catches this or something nefarious is going on in the supply chain.
Height:5'10"
Age:35–44
Weight:150–175 lbs.
Riding Frequency:Once per week
Tracy N
Las Vegas NV
Fantastic performance!!
4 years ago
I’m a 5’10” male and when I bought the cannon dale trail 6 hard tail I was impressed. It’s a medium bike and I ride a large usually. This bike is like a sports car, it’ll take you wear you want to go with ease. The gears are tight and smooth, shifts with no slippage. Turns tighter and sharper than the large bikes. Even though I bought it for my Neice I can’t wait to go riding with her to show her what this bike can do.
Age:55–64
Weight:200–225 lbs.
Inseam:32"
Height:6'0"
Experience Level:Experienced
Riding Frequency:Multiple times per week
Yes , I recommend this product
Randy
San Marcos, TX
Love this bike
3 years ago
The geometry just fits and the bike feels more comfortable to ride than any others in this price range. Ride and shifts are smooth, brakes are strong and riding position feels just right.
Age:55–64
Weight:175–200 lbs.
Inseam:34"
Height:6'1"
Experience Level:Casual
Riding Frequency:Once per week
Yes , I recommend this product
Anonymous
Plano, Texas
Tried to buy one but had no name parts on it
2 years ago
Came in a few weeks ago and bought one of these Trail 6 bikes. As the guy was getting it ready for me, I noticed the disc brakes had no identification on them. They're supposed to be Tektro, but the brakes on my Trail 6 were a complete mystery. There was no label at all. So having no clue what I was taking home with me, I cancelled the sale. Salesman agreed with me and said he was baffled too. So we ordered another one in the hopes that it would come in with the right parts on it. Went up yesterday to pick it up (5/3/23) and sure enough, no Tektro brakes on it. It has the same mystery brakes that the first one had. So I cancelled that order too. I'm not spending my hard earned dollars on a bike with random no-name parts on it. So, buyer beware, check your bike before you leave the store and make sure you're getting what you paid for. In this case, I wasn't...twice. So no Trail 6 for me. Still on the hunt for a good mountain bike. Wish me luck!
Age:35–44
Weight:175–200 lbs.
Experience Level:Experienced
Riding Frequency:Multiple times per week
No, I do not recommend this product
DIRTY RIDE
Fresno
Makes a great XC bike
3 years ago
This bike performed well for the type of riding I do. The gears were no issue, they shifted perfect. Up and downhill. 100% recommended to beginners
Age:Under 18
Weight:175–200 lbs.
Height:5'7"
Experience Level:Experienced
Riding Frequency:Once per week
Rueban G
North Carolina
Perfect for this novice…
3 years ago
As a novice, this fits my need for having a solid dependable bike that I can ride on trails or long distances on greenways.
Age:45–54
Weight:175–200 lbs.
Inseam:30"
Height:5'10"
Experience Level:Beginner
Riding Frequency:A few times per month
Yes , I recommend this product
Brayan
Fresno
good hardtail MTB
3 years ago
I bought this bike 3 months ago and it’s a awesome bike for the price! I ride this bike hard and it holds up good. Upgraded to tubeless tires and rims and some Chester pedals with ergon grips and this bike is amazing. The fork is great you just have to tune it a bit to get the most of it. But when you do, your going to feel like 100mm of travel is perfect. I find myself ride this bike more then my 130mm travel bike. Also the 2x drivetrain is great. At first glance I thought that I was going to have a hard time with it but I was wrong. I had no chain drop and the gear ratio is great for the climbing I do. And yes 1x Drivetrain would be better but you really don’t need it you can use a old inertube as a chain stay protector. This bike is perfect. Yes you are limited to fork options. But there is still a lot of good forks in the market like a suntor 120mm air fork. But if your in a budget like I am. The 100mm fork is perfect. Also I just love hardtails.
Age:Under 18
Weight:200–225 lbs.
Experience Level:Experienced
Riding Frequency:Daily
Yes , I recommend this product
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