Habit 26
A 26″ aluminum frame full suspension trail bike with upper mid-range components.
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$1,650Frame | Aluminum |
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Suspension | Full, 120 / 120mm |
Fork | Suntour XCR Air |
Shock | X-Fusion |
Wheels | 26″ Aluminum |
Drivetrain | 1 × 10 |
Groupset | microSHIFT Advent X |
Brakes | Hydraulic Disc |
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May 2024 · Dario DiGiulio
While the geometry and frame details are solid, the parts kit's drawbacks make this a full suspension bike better suited to mellower terrain and casual cruising rather than trying to push your limits out on the trail. . . .
Well-rounded, modern geometry
Solid frame details
Irredeemable parts spec
Feels like a bike meant for cruising, not serious mountain biking
Feb 2024 · Nelson
As their most popular bike, Cannondale had some big shoes to fill when redesigning and revising their trail bike, the Habit.
Dec 2023 · Mick Kirkman
When looking for one of the best full-suspension trail bikes around two grand, the ride quality, geometry and suspension ought to be at a level where an advanced rider can ride relatively fast without ever feeling held back. What’s more, any bike at this price point should also offer balanced handling and plenty of grip to encourage an improving rider to build skills, fitness and confidence. Cannondale’s Habit 4: Need to know Cannondale’s aluminium trail bike with 29in wheels and 130mm rear travel Updated geometry brings longer reach numbers and steeper seat tube angles RockShox Super Deluxe shock is perfectly tuned to the frame Three rear centre measurements for improved weight distribution RockShox Recon RL fork has 140mm travel Shimano Deore 12-speed drivetrain XS size rolls on smaller 27.5in wheels Cannondale’s aluminium Habit 4 does both. The clean, smooth-lined frame design delivers 130mm travel and it is packaged with a 140mm fork. It’s RockShox suspension at both ends too, and air-sprung, so it can be tuned to any rider weight. The Habit 4 ticks other key boxes too, its non-nonsense specification includes powerful 4-piston brakes, an adjustable dropper post and Maxxis tyres. Taken together it’s easily one of the best proper mountain bikes for under £2K. The Habit has been Cannondale’s go-to trail bike for multiple seasons, but also the choice for the 50:01 riders like ex-DH champion Josh Bryceland. Yes, that’s right, Bryceland was a pinner before switching to jibbing and jumping about on the socials. And this could be part of the reason why the Habit’s numbers have been refreshed for extra DH capability, the geometry and attitude leaning a bit more towards messing about in the woods than a ruthlessly efficient XC bike with more travel. The new Habit shape means it’s more versatile, but with 130mm travel, still perfectly happy crushing longer rides and bridleways. And, at 15.2kg (33.5lb), it’s not too heavy to limit its climbing potential. If you want more travel, Cannondale also offers an LT version, which, yep, you guessed it, ups travel to 140mm rear and 150mm front, using the same frame and a longer stroke rear shock. All Habit frames (in carbon or alloy) now benefit from a much steeper seat tube angle that’s also shorter in length for more rider standover clearance while improving the seated riding position for climbing. Frame and geometry With the 50:01 boys and US shredder Mitch Ropelato ragging the Habit, Cannondale needed to deliver a robust frame that’s easy to live with. As such, the Habit 4’s alloy SmartWeld construction is very clean and tidy, with great lines and I reckon great looks too in this stealthy gloss black colourway. With a familiar shape to bikes like the Specialized Stumpy Evo, the in-line shock is held in an extender yoke that is driven by the upper suspension rocker and connected to a mount on the top of the downtube. The seat tube has a distinct kink above the threaded BB shell, so there’s still room for …Continue reading »
• Agile and easy to ride, the Habit 4 handles like a much more expensive machine
• Shock tune feels perfect
• Fun and flicky ride that keeps rider weight well-balanced on all trail gradients
• SRAM DB8 brakes feel solid and have a smooth action for a budget brake
• RockShox’s Recon RL fork lacks finesse and precise tuning
• Deore drivetrain shifts can be slightly clunky, especially with the KMC chain
• Maxxis Rekon tyres use harder compound with less wet weather grip
Sep 2023 · Ben Haworth
Cannondale Habit 3 has all the potential to be a steadfast pedal pal for years. It's not just good value. It's a great investment.
Jun 2023 · Tom Marvin
The latest iteration of the Habit is built for fun
Smart frame, with modern geometry
Quick to pick up speed
Agile and fun handling
Gets out of shape on rougher terrain
Fork not as smooth as rear end
Poor brakes
Apr 2023 · Simon Kohler, Peter Walker
The Habit is one of Cannondale’s most popular mountain bikes ever. We tested the new, fully revised Carbon LT 1 2023 model for you.
Many different options
Balanced handling
Suspension with tons of pop
Short dropper post for long-legged riders
Hard rubber compound on the front tire fritters away traction
Frame | SmartForm C3 Alloy, 120mm travel, 1-1/8" to 1-1/2" tapered headtube, IS disc mount, StraightShot internal cable routing, dropper post compatible, BSA-73, 142x12mm thru-axle, UDH derailleur hanger BB Standard: BSA, 73mm, Threaded Hanger Standard: UDH Colors: Deep Teal; Viper Green |
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Fork | SR Suntour XCR34, 120mm travel, air spring, 12x110 Boost thru-axle, 46mm offset Travel: 120mm Spring Type: Air |
Shock | X-Fusion O2 Pro w/ Rebound Adjust Travel: 120mm |
Bottom Bracket | Sealed cartridge bearing, square taper |
Headset | Semi-Integrated, 1-1/8" |
Stem | 6061 Alloy, 31.8, 7° |
Handlebar | Cannondale Riser, 6061 Alloy, 25mm rise, 8° sweep, 6° rise, 720mm |
Saddle | Cannondale Stage 3 |
Seatpost | Cannondale 3, 6061 Alloy, 31.6x350mm Type: Rigid |
Pedals | Cannondale Platform |
Grips | Cannondale Dual-Density |
Rear Derailleur | microSHIFT Advent X |
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Crank | Prowheel, Charm 30T |
Shifters | microSHIFT Advent X, trigger style, 10-speed |
Cassette | microSHIFT, 11-48, 10-speed |
Chain | KMC X10, 10-speed |
Brakes | Tektro M275 hydraulic disc, 160/160mm rotors Type: Hydraulic Disc |
Brake Levers | Tektro hydraulic disc |
Rims | WTB STX i25, 32h |
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Spokes | Stainless Steel, 14g |
Front Hub | (F) Formula 15x110mm thru-axle / (R) Formula, 12x148mm thru-axle |
Rear Hub | (F) Formula 15x110mm thru-axle / (R) Formula, 12x148mm thru-axle |
Tires | WTB Vigilante 26x2.4" |
Last updated June 15