Cannondale 29 M Trail SL 4

The Cannondale 29 M Trail SL 4 from 2022 is a versatile mountain bike that is available for a price of EUR 1199. It features a robust Smartform C2 Alloy frame with SAVE dropped seatstays for improved shock absorption and comfort. The frame has a tapered head tube, post mount disc and StraightShot internal cable routing. It is also equipped with a BSA 73 bottom bracket and a 12mm thru-axle and supports the Boost 148 standard.

Braking power is provided by hydraulic disc brakes from Shimano, model MT200, which are equipped with 160mm RT10 rotors at both the front and rear. The brake levers are also of the Shimano MT200 type. The rear derailleur and gear lever are from the Shimano Deore M5100 series and offer an 11-speed drivetrain with a wide gear range. The crankset is a Shimano FC-5100 with a 30T chainring and a 52mm chainline, while the cassette is a Shimano Deore M5100 with a gradation of 11-51 teeth.

The bike's fork is an SR Suntour XCR LO Boost 29 with 100mm travel, 15mm thru-axle and a tapered alloy steerer. It has a remote lockout function that allows the rider to lock the fork if required.

The bike is supplied without pedals so that the rider can fit their favourite pedals. The handlebar is a Cannondale 3 Riser made from 6061 aluminium with a 15mm rise, 8° sweep and a width of 780mm. The grips are Cannondale Locking Grips, which provide a good grip. The stem is also a Cannondale 3 made of 6061 aluminium with a clamping of 31.8mm and an angle of 0°.

WTB STX i23 TCS rims are used for the wheels, which are tubeless ready. The tyres are Schwalbe Rocket Rick in size 29 x 2.25". The front hub is a Shimano MT200 with quick release, while the rear hub is a Shimano MT400 with a 12x148mm thru-axle. The spokes are made of stainless steel with a thickness of 14g.

The saddle is a Cannondale Ergo XC mounted on a Cannondale 3 seatpost, which is also made of 6061 aluminium. The length of the seatpost varies depending on the frame size: 350mm for XS to SM and 400mm for MD to XL.

Overall, the Cannondale 29 M Trail SL 4 offers a balanced combination of performance, comfort and versatility, making it an attractive choice for mountain bike enthusiasts.