Cannondale Trail SE 1

The Cannondale Trail SE 1 from 2024 presents itself as a high-performance mountain bike at a price of EUR 1699. The frame is made of Smartform C2 Alloy and is equipped with SAVE dropped seatstays, a tapered head tube, post mount disc, StraightShot internal cable routing and a dropper post compatible BSA 73. This ensures a robust yet comfortable base that can also cope with demanding trails.

Braking performance is provided by TRP Slate G4 4-piston hydraulic disc brakes with 180/160mm rotors, controlled by TRP hydraulic brake levers. This combination provides reliable and powerful braking power in all conditions. Shifting is ensured by the SRAM NX Eagle system, which together with the SRAM SX Eagle shift lever enables precise and smooth gear changes. With a total of 12 gears, the bike offers a wide range of gear ratios for different types of terrain.

The RockShox 35 Gold RL fork with 120 mm travel, Debonair and a 15x110 mm thru-axle provides excellent damping and control on uneven terrain. The Cannondale Platform pedals provide a secure footing, while the Truvativ Power Spline bottom bracket and the SRAM SX Eagle Power Spline crankset with 30T chainring ensure an efficient drive. The sprocket with a gradation of 11-50 teeth enables versatile adaptation to different riding conditions.

The FSA Alloy Riser handlebar with 15 mm rise and a width of 760 mm in combination with the Cannondale 3 stem made of 6061 Alloy offers comfortable and ergonomic control. The Fabric FunGuy grips provide additional comfort and grip.

The WTB ST i29 TCS rims are tubeless ready and in combination with the Maxxis Minion DHF 29x2.5" Exo Casing tyres at the front and the Maxxis High Roller II 29x2.3" EXO casing tyres at the rear, they offer excellent grip and stability. The Shimano MT400 hubs front and rear, each with thru-axle, as well as the stainless steel spokes (14g) contribute to the overall stability of the wheelset.

The Cannondale Ergo XC saddle and the TranzX dropper seatpost with internal routing and an adjustment range of 100 mm in size S and 120 mm in sizes M-XL provide additional comfort and adaptability during the ride.

Overall, the Cannondale Trail SE 1 offers a balanced mix of performance, comfort and reliability, making it an excellent choice for ambitious mountain bikers.