The multisurface tires, bump-absorbing suspension and reflective graphics of the 8-speed Cannondale Quick CX 3 bike deliver control, comfort and visibility to keep you in charge on or off road.
- Built on 4 decades of aluminum expertise for a bike that's noticeably lightweight, offering enjoyable performance on or off-road
- Updated frame design smooths out the bumps for a more comfortable ride around town or off the beaten path
- An upright, mountain-bike-inspired riding position keeps you in control and comfortable in all riding conditions
- Redesigned with a custom fork crown that seamlessly flows into the head tube for a smooth, refined look and comfort
- 50 mm of front suspension travel keeps your ride plush in the rough, but if your need is speed, lock it out for an added boost of efficiency
- Shimano 1x drivetrain with a wide range of gear ratios keeps things simple, efficient and easy to maintain
- Cannondale offers a lifetime warranty on their bike frames
- NOTE: Specs and images are subject to change based on component availability
Imported.
- 1 year of free adjustments (see more below)
- In-store bike assembly
- Pickup in store or curbside
- Bike experts available at 170+ bike shops
- 20% off shop services
- Free tubes with purchase of flat tire repair (Co-op Cycles brand tubes only; tube must be installed at time of purchase)
New bikes go through a normal break-in period, after which they should be readjusted. All bicycles sold at REI include free adjustments for one year after purchase date—as many times as you need. Included: derailleur and brake adjustments, lateral wheel truing, hub and headset bearing adjustments, tire inflation and chain lubrication. Not included: replacement or installation of new components or accessories, any other services. Call your local REI Co-op Bike Shop for more information.
| Best Use | Cycling |
|---|---|
| Frame | SmartForm C3 alloy, tapered head tube, StraightShot hidden cable routing, post-mount disc, rack/fender mounts |
| Bike Suspension | Front Suspension |
| Fork | Suntour NEX-E25: 1-1/8 in. alloy steerer, coil, hydraulic lockout, custom crown |
| Fork Travel | 50 millimeters |
| Crankset | Shimano Essa, 40T |
| Bottom Bracket | Shimano UN101 |
| Shifters | Shimano ST-EF505, 8-speed |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano Essa U2000 |
| Rear Cogs | Shimano HG400, 11-45T, 8-speed |
| Number of Gears | 8 gear(s) |
| Brake Type | Hydraulic Disc Brake |
| Brakes | Shimano MT200 hydraulic disc, 160/160 mm rotors |
| Brake Levers | Shimano MT201 hydraulic disc |
| Rims | DC 4.0, double wall with eyelet, 32 h |
| Front Hub | Shimano QC-300, QR |
| Rear Hub | Shimano QC-300, QR |
| Wheel Size | 700c |
| Tires | Vittoria Terreno Dry, 700c x 40 mm |
| Tire Width | 40 millimeters |
| Handlebar Shape | Riser Bar |
| Handlebar | Cannondale Riser, 6061 alloy: 25 mm rise, 8-deg. sweep, 6-deg. rise, 700 mm |
| Stem | Cannondale 3 with Intellimount: alloy, 31.8 mm clamp, +6 deg. with SP Connect SPC+ Stem Mount and Universal Phone Clamp |
| Seat Post | 6061 alloy, 27.2 x 350 mm |
| Saddle | Cannondale Fitness Ergo Double Density |
| Pedals | Cannondale Platform |
| Headset | FSA Orbit, Semi-integrated, 1-1/2 in. to 1-1/8 in. |
| Chain | KMC X8, 8-speed |
| Weight | Unavailable |
| Gender | Unisex |
| XS | S | M | L | XL | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Height Range | 4'10" - 5'3" | 5'2" - 5'7" | 5'5" - 5'10" | 5'9" - 6'2" | 6'0" - 6'5" |
| Reach | 39.1 | 40.2 | 41.2 | 42.2 | 43.2 |
| Stack | 57.3 | 59 | 60.7 | 62.3 | 64 |
| Effective Top Tube | 56.6 | 58.3 | 59.8 | 61.3 | 62.8 |
| Seat Tube Center-Top | 35 | 40 | 45 | 50 | 55 |
| Standover Height | 66.8 | 72.1 | 75.8 | 79.5 | 83.2 |
| Head Tube Length | 10.1 | 12 | 13.8 | 15.5 | 17.3 |
| Head Tube Angle (degrees) | 69 | 69 | 69 | 69 | 69 |
| Seat Tube Angle (degrees) | 73 | 73 | 73 | 73 | 73 |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 29.1 | 29.1 | 29.1 | 29.1 | 29.1 |
| Wheelbase | 109.1 | 110.9 | 112.5 | 114.1 | 115.8 |
| Chainstay | 45 | 45 | 45 | 45 | 45 |
| Fork Offset | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
Sizing Notes
Measurements are stated in centimeters unless otherwise indicated.
How we measure bikes
- Standover Height Standover Height is a measurement from the ground to the top of the top tube, measured at the midpoint of the top tube.
- Reach Reach is the horizontal distance from the center of the cranks to the center of the head tube, measured at head tube level.
- Stack Stack is the vertical distance from the center of the cranks to the center of the head tube, measured to the top of the head tube.
- Effective Top Tube Effective top tube is the distance from the center of the head tube to the center of the seat tube/seat post, measured parallel to the ground.
- Seat Tube Center to Top Seat Tube length is the measurement of the seat tube, from the center of the cranks to the top of the seat tube.
- Head Tube Length Head Tube Length is measured from the bottom to the top of the head tube.
- Head Tube Angle Head Tube Angle is the acute angle between the head tube and the ground (measured towards the rear of the bike)
- Seat Tube Angle Seat Tube Angle is the acute angle between the seat tube and the ground (measured towards the rear of the bike).
- Bottom Bracket Height Bottom Bracket Height is a measurement taken vertically from the ground up to the center of the cranks.
- Wheelbase Wheelbase is the measurement from the center of the front axle to the center of the rear axle.
- Chainstay Length Chainstay Length is the measurement from the center of the cranks to the center of the rear axle.
- Fork Offset Fork Offset, or rake, is the distance from the front axle to a line drawn parallel to the center of the head tube or steering axis.