Inspection
Frame condition
Inspect the frame, fork, welds, and high-stress areas for cracks, dents, or prior repairs.
Cannondale
2008 Cannondale 29'er 3 Caffeine
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Overview
About this bike
2008 Cannondale 29'er 3 Caffeine value depends on condition, original build, frame material, service history, and current buyer demand.
Specifications
Frameset
- Frame Tubing Material
- Cannondale Caffeine 29 aluminum
Drivetrain
- Groupset
- 2008 Cannondale 29'er 3 Caffeine
- Rear Cogs
- Formula 18T
- Chain
- WTB Dual Duty FR
Brakes
- Brakeset
- Avid BB5 mechanical-disc, 7-inch front rotor; 6-inch rear rotor
Cockpit
- Saddle
- Cannondale Cross Country
- Handlebar
- FSA XC-281AOS
- Handlebar Stem
- Cannondale XC3 HeadShok
Wheels & Tires
- Hubs
- Front: Cannondale Lefty, Rear: Formula SS
- Tires
- WTB Exiwolf, 29 x 2.3
- Spoke Brand
- DT Swiss Champion
Frame sizing
XS4'10"-5'2"
S5'2"-5'6"
M5'6"-5'10"
L5'10"-6'2"
XL6'2"-6'6"
M highlighted as most common resale size. Sourced from catalog metadata.
Geometry
- Stack
- Varies by size
- Reach
- Varies by size
- Wheelbase
- Varies by size
Industry standard. Sourced from catalog metadata.
What to check when buying used
Inspection
Drivetrain wear
Check chain stretch, cassette teeth, chainrings, and shifting under load before negotiating price.
Inspection
Wheel condition
Inspect rims, hubs, spokes, and bearing play; ask about the tire age and any prior wheel rebuilds.
Inspection
Service history
Ask for service records covering bearings, brakes, drivetrain, and any frame or fork warranty work.
Inspection
Suspension service
Confirm fork lowers and rear shock service intervals; ask for the most recent service receipts.
Inspection
Frame pivots & bearings
Cycle the suspension off the bike to feel for play, grit, or noise in pivot bearings.