Cannondale Trail 2 2026

Time to Level Up!

Engineered for Fun by a Brand Trusted by Champions

The Cannondale Trail is your first-class upgrade to next-level mountain biking.

Model Overview

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.

What's It Best For

Trail riding, light commuting, bopping around town, and having a blast.

Highlighted 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

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, BSA-73, 27.5" wheels (XS, S) / 29" wheels (M, L, XL)
• Fork: SR Suntour XCM, 100mm, coil, 42mm offset (27.5") 46mm offset (29")
• Rims: WTB SX19, 32h
• Hubs: (F) Formula DC-51, 15x100mm / (R) Formula DC-1422, 12x142mm
• Spokes: Stainless Steel, 14g
• Tires: WTB Ranger, 27.5x2.25" (XS, S) / 29x2.25" (M, L, XL)
• Pedals: Not Included
• Crank: Prowheel, Charm 30T
• Bottom Bracket: ProWheel, square taper
• Chain: KMC X9, 9-speed
• Rear Cogs: Shimano CUES, 11-46, 9-speed
• Rear Derailleur: Shimano CUES U4000
• Shifters: Shimano CUES U4000, 9-speed
• Handlebar: Cannondale Riser, 6061 Alloy, 25mm rise, 8° sweep, 6° rise, 720mm
• Grips: Cannondale
• Stem: Cannondale 4, 6061 Alloy, 31.8, 6°
• Headset: Semi-Integrated, 1-1/8"
• Brakes: Tektro M275 hydraulic disc, 160/160mm rotors
• Brake Levers: Tektro hydraulic disc
• Saddle: Cannondale Trail
• Seatpost: Cannondale 4, 6061 Alloy, 31.6