Cannondale Dave Dirt Jump

Cannondale’s 2024 ‘Dave Dirt Jump’ model is a bike designed specifically for dirt jumping, characterised by its robust, high-quality components. The frame is made from C3 Alloy and features an integrated, tapered head tube (1-1/8"–1.5"), a threaded bottom bracket shell and a disc brake mount. It also features 3/8" dropouts with integrated chain tensioners, which provide additional stability and make maintenance easier.

The brakes are mechanical disc brakes from Tektro with 160 mm rotors at both the front and rear, operated by Tektro 2-finger brake levers. The bike is fitted with a Manitou Circus Expert fork, which offers 100 mm of travel, air suspension with rebound and preload adjustment, and a 20 mm thru-axle. The fork also has a tapered steerer tube (1-1/8"–1-1/2") and black stanchions.

The drivetrain consists of a BMX Euro-type bottom bracket with a solid spindle, a tubular Cr-Mo 3-piece crankset with 170 mm-long crank arms and a 28-tooth chainring. The sprocket is a 13-tooth model from Sunrace, and the chain is a KMC HL1 Wide. This setup offers a simple yet effective gear ratio with just one gear.

The bike’s cockpit features a Cannondale 3 Riser handlebar made from 6061 aluminium, with a width of 780 mm, a rise of 30 mm and a backsweep of 8 degrees. The grips are Cannondale TrailShroom models, which provide a good grip. The stem is also made from 6061 aluminium and has a clamp diameter of 31.8 mm at an angle of 0 degrees. The headset consists of integrated, sealed bearings.

The wheelsets consist of double-eyelet aluminium rims with 32 spokes, fitted with Maxxis DTH tyres (26 x 2.3"). The front hub is a Formula 20x110 mm thru-axle, whilst the rear is a cassette hub with sealed bearings and a 3/8x17 mm female threaded axle. The spokes are made of stainless steel and have a gauge of 14 g.

The saddle is a Cannondale Magic Steel model with steel rails, and the seatpost is made from Cannondale 3 6061 aluminium, measuring 27.2 x 200 mm. The pedals are flat aluminium platforms with high-grip pins and a boron axle.

The bike’s total weight is around 18 kg, and the price is 999 EUR. The “Dave Dirt Jump” therefore offers excellent value for money for ambitious dirt jumpers looking for a robust and reliable bike.