{"id":193470,"date":"2018-10-09T15:00:13","date_gmt":"2018-10-09T13:00:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/?p=193470\/"},"modified":"2018-10-09T18:29:07","modified_gmt":"2018-10-09T16:29:07","slug":"first-ride-the-new-cannondale-habit-29","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/en\/first-ride-the-new-cannondale-habit-29\/","title":{"rendered":"[First Ride] The New Cannondale Habit 29"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"><span style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\">In July 2015 we were in Friborg, at the European headquarters of Cannondale in Germany, for the presentation of the <\/span><\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/first-ride-cannondale-habit-carbon\/\" target=\"_blank\"><span style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"><span style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\">first model of the Habit<\/span><\/span><\/a><span style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"><span style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\">, the trail bike of the Big C. In recent days we returned to the Friborg headquarters for the press presentation of the new Habit model that Cannondale has completely redesigned, starting with the wheels\u00a0which are now 29 inches,\u00a0then moving up to the new suspension system and the new Proportional Response concept that we will\u00a0walk though in this article. <\/span><span style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\">We tested the Carbon 2 set-up in a full day of riding in the Black Forest, the mountainous area behind the capital of the region of Brisgovia, full of fun trails.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/7S9C7231.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-193294\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/7S9C7231.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1067\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/7S9C7231.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/7S9C7231-750x500.jpg 750w, https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/7S9C7231-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"><span style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\">Details<\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><strong><span style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"><span style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\">Frame Material:<\/span><\/span><\/strong><span style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"><span style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"> Carbon Fiber BallisTec Carbon \/ Aluminum Alloy SmartForm C1 <\/span><\/span><br \/>\n<strong><span style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"><span style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\">Wheel\u00a0Size:<\/span><\/span><\/strong><span style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"><span style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"> 29 &#8221; <\/span><\/span><br \/>\n<strong><span style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"><span style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\">Adjustable\u00a0Geometry:<\/span><\/span><\/strong><span style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"><span style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"> Yes <\/span><\/span><br \/>\n<strong><span style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"><span style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\">Rear Travel:<\/span><\/span><\/strong><span style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"><span style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"> 130 \/ 140mm <\/span><\/span><br \/>\n<strong><span style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"><span style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\">Front Travel:<\/span><\/span><\/strong><span style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"><span style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"> 130mm <\/span><\/span><br \/>\n<strong><span style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"><span style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\">Rear Hub:<\/span><\/span><\/strong><span style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"><span style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"> 148 \u00d7 12 <\/span><\/span><br \/>\n<strong><span style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"><span style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\">Front Hub:<\/span><\/span><\/strong><span style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"><span style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"> 110 \u00d7 15 <\/span><\/span><br \/>\n<strong><span style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"><span style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\">Drivetrain:<\/span><\/span><\/strong><span style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"><span style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"> 1 \u00d7 12 <\/span><\/span><br \/>\n<strong><span style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"><span style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\">Bottle mount:<\/span><\/span><\/strong><span style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"><span style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"> yes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"><span style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\">Static analysis<\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"><span style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\">The new Habit 29 was entirely developed at Cannondale&#8217;s European headquarters in Friborg with the aim of creating a fun, multipurpose bike able to cover the whole non-competitive segment between cross country and enduro, partially overlapping the Trigger, which will however remain available in the Cannondale range. <\/span><span style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\">The frame of the bike show below, and the flagship Habit use\u00a0Cannondale&#8217;s BallisTec Hi-Mod\u00a0technology front and rear. <\/span><span style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\">The other Carbon\u00a0offerings use\u00a0the same front triangle, but with a more economical BallisTec Carbon\u00a0and a 6069 hydroformed aluminum\u00a0rear end, made with SmartForm C1 technology,<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/C19_Habit_Hero.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-193358\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/C19_Habit_Hero.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1500\" height=\"865\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/C19_Habit_Hero.jpg 1500w, https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/C19_Habit_Hero-750x433.jpg 750w, https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/C19_Habit_Hero-768x443.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>The Habit&#8217;s new suspension system breaks entirely with past Cannondale layouts and introduces a Horst link for the first time in the history of the Connecticut brand.\u00a0After the Zero Pivot Construction system that characterized the previous model was then removed, the Cannondale designers, after several tests, selected the Horst\u00a0style interrupted chainstay, in order\u00a0to have the\u00a0suitable\u00a0control over the characteristics of the kinematics in terms of compression curve (anti-rise and anti- squat). Changing designs gave them more options than the single pivot system adopted for Trigger and Jekyll could offer.\u00a0This arose from the need satisfy the Proportional Response philosophy that is introduced with Habit 29 and that will follow on the coming full suspension models of Cannondale.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/7S9C7240.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-193297\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/7S9C7240.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1067\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/7S9C7240.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/7S9C7240-750x500.jpg 750w, https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/7S9C7240-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>The concept of Proportional Response is to adapt each size to the rider&#8217;s different needs, not only in terms of geometry, but also in terms of suspension behavior.\u00a0Riders of different heights also determine a different\u00a0front center\/rear center bias, which is reflected in different load shifts during riding. This creates a different response\u00a0from the suspension\u00a0for each size.\u00a0For this reason Cannondale has optimized the kinematics by adapting the compression curve and anti-rise\/anti-squat\u00a0figures of each size to the actual needs of riders of different heights, to ensure a similar riding experience for all sizes of the Habit 29. The compression curve chosen for Habit 29 is slightly and constantly progressive throughout the stroke.\u00a0The anti-squat varies from 70 to 90% depending on the size and causes a slight compression of the suspension during pedaling, while the anti-rise ranges from 40 to 65% with the suspension in the sag position and determines\u00a0the suspension\u00a0during braking.\u00a0We&#8217;ll later find out how these\u00a0figures will influence Habit 29&#8217;s behavior on the trail.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Habit-Proportional-Response.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-193293\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Habit-Proportional-Response.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1600\" height=\"900\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Habit-Proportional-Response.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Habit-Proportional-Response-750x422.jpg 750w, https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Habit-Proportional-Response-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>All versions of the Habit include FOX Float rear shocks to manage the 130mm of rear wheel travel.\u00a0Specifically on the Carbon 2 test set-up, is the Performance Elite DPX2 EVOL version with compression\/rebound adjustment and the 3 Open, Medium and Firm positions selectable via lever, on the compression adjuster.\u00a0I found, with the confirmation from Cannondale&#8217;s techs, that the shock works at its best with at least two compression clicks from\u00a0fully open, since at zero clicks the hydraulics seems to be asleep.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/7S9C7243.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-193301\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/7S9C7243.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1067\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/7S9C7243.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/7S9C7243-750x500.jpg 750w, https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/7S9C7243-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>With the exception of the Habit 5 set-up with a RockShox Sektor, all the other versions are fitted with various versions of the FOX 34 Float.\u00a0All forks\u00a0sport 130mm of travel except for the Carbon 1 option,\u00a0which has a stroke of 140mm.\u00a0The Carbon 2 under test is equipped with a Performance Elite version with a FiT4 cartridge.\u00a0Cannondale has chosen to adopt forks with 51mm offset based on the geometry and the\u00a0travel of the Habit 29.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/7S9C7236.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-193296\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/7S9C7236.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1067\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/7S9C7236.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/7S9C7236-750x500.jpg 750w, https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/7S9C7236-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>The Habit Carbon 1 features a 12-speed XTR setup, while the Habit 5 set-up is equipped with a mixed 11-speed Shimano \/ Suntour\u00a0drivetrain.\u00a0All other\u00a0models feature 12-speed SRAM Eagle drivetrains\u00a0with 30-tooth chainrings.\u00a0The carbon frames have a Press Fit 30 bottom bracket, while the aluminum frames use threaded fitment.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/7S9C7233.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-193295\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/7S9C7233.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1067\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/7S9C7233.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/7S9C7233-750x500.jpg 750w, https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/7S9C7233-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>The\u00a0rear end is asymmetric with a 6mm offset so the wheels have a dedicated 3mm dish.\u00a0The rear hub is Boost 148 and the Cannondale technicians have specified that they\u00a0took Super Boost 157 into consideration but set it aside because at the moment, it&#8217;s still not very mature in terms of availability for compatible components.\u00a0The\u00a0rear end is still quite beefy and broad, which often interferes with heels, as evidenced by the marks left by the soles of the shoes on both sides of the\u00a0bike, visible in the photos of this article.\u00a0However, this was not a matter of big impacts but of smear contacts that basically do not create any major disturbances while riding.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/C19_Habit_AI.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-193386\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/C19_Habit_AI.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1500\" height=\"865\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/C19_Habit_AI.jpg 1500w, https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/C19_Habit_AI-750x433.jpg 750w, https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/C19_Habit_AI-768x443.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>The wheels are assembled with hubs from different brands, depending on the set-up.\u00a0The rims are Stan&#8217;s No Tubes with carbon frames and WTB with aluminum frames.\u00a0All versions are fitted with aggressive Maxxis tires with EXO Tubeless Ready carcass, a 2.5 &#8220;WT Minion DHT at the front and a 2.3&#8221; High Roller II at the rear.\u00a0The maximum size\u00a0that clears the\u00a0Habit 29&#8217;s rear end is 2.5 &#8220;.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/7S9C7250.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-193303\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/7S9C7250.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1067\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/7S9C7250.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/7S9C7250-750x500.jpg 750w, https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/7S9C7250-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>The top-of-the-range bike\u00a0is equipped with the new Shimano XTR Trail 4-piston with both rotors in 180mm, buyers of all other spec levels will have to settle for SRAM Guide brakes and their fluctuating performance.\u00a0No exceptions were the Carbon RS Guides 2 tested, equipped with 180mm diameter Centerline discs, which showed evident fading problems during the test riding.\u00a0The frame is designed with a PM180 connection, so no adapters are needed to mount the brake caliper.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/7S9C7242.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-193300\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/7S9C7242.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1067\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/7S9C7242.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/7S9C7242-750x500.jpg 750w, https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/7S9C7242-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>The handlebar and stem are in-house, manufactured by Cannondale.\u00a0The first is a Riser 780mm wide with 15mm of rise, in the C1 carbon version for the Carbon 1 set-up and in the C3 aluminum version for all the other versions.\u00a0The stem is 50mm long with 0 \u00b0 of rise and it is the C1 model for the two top versions and the C3 model for all the others.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/7S9C7251.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-193304\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/7S9C7251.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1067\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/7S9C7251.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/7S9C7251-750x500.jpg 750w, https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/7S9C7251-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Even the DownLow seatposts that fit most of the outfits are manufactured by Cannondale and their operation at first glance seemed smooth, apart from a little initial jam due probably to the rather accentuated angle of the seat tube.\u00a0The Carbon 1 instead\u00a0features a FOX Transfer Kashima while the two aluminum fittings mount a more economic Tranz-X.\u00a0The seatpost travel varies depending on the models and sizes, from a minimum of 100mm for size S to a maximum of 150mm for larger sizes.\u00a0The standard seat is an excellent Fabric Scoop with a Shallow profile.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/7S9C7247.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-193302\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/7S9C7247.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1066\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/7S9C7247.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/7S9C7247-750x500.jpg 750w, https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/7S9C7247-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>The command of the Cannondale DownLow telescopic seat post is very comfortable to implement &#8211; soft and fluid, but has a thin\u00a0lever\u00a0with a &#8220;sharp&#8221; edge that, if accidentally hit, can prove to be painful.\u00a0The tension setting of the\u00a0cable is effective and the collar is light but robust and easy to install.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/7S9C7260.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-193306\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/7S9C7260.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1066\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/7S9C7260.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/7S9C7260-750x500.jpg 750w, https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/7S9C7260-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>To avoid noise inside the frame and at the same time to make the installation of components as simple as possible, Cannondale has created an internal guide for each of the four cables that cross the front triangle of the frame.\u00a0The guides are made of carbon tubes integrated into the frame construction and allow you to quickly and easily install\u00a0cables and hoses inside the frame.\u00a0The new Habit 29 can accommodate standard water bottles with easy access during riding.\u00a0The downtube is\u00a0protected by a pre-formed hard rubber shell, as is\u00a0the\u00a0chainstay and the inner side of the Horst\u00a0pivot on the\u00a0drivetrain side.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Habit-combo-.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-193305\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Habit-combo-.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1067\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Habit-combo-.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Habit-combo--750x500.jpg 750w, https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Habit-combo--768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2>Geometry<\/h2>\n<p>The Habit 29 has a &#8220;flip-chip&#8221; that connects the\u00a0seat stay with the\u00a0linkage and allows, by reversing the position, for\u00a0changing the geometry of the bike to adapt to your preferences, or\u00a0in case you want to make changes such as installing 27.5 Plus wheels or\u00a0using a 140mm travel fork, which is the maximum recommended by Cannondale.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/7S9C7241.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-193299\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/7S9C7241.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1067\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/7S9C7241.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/7S9C7241-750x500.jpg 750w, https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/7S9C7241-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Five sizes are available, from XS to XL, with differences that not only involve the geometry but, as already stated above, also the behavior of the suspension system. With a 435mm\u00a0chainstay and a\u00a0head tube angle of 66\u00b0, the geometry is modern but deliberately not too aggressive, designed to create a balanced and multi-purpose trail bike, suitable both uphill and downhill.\u00a0The actual seat angle is very slack and, despite a declared effective angle of 74.5 \u00b0, you feel a heavy rearward bias, which is why I preferred to bring the saddle as far forward as possible to balance the\u00a0climbing\u00a0position, making it less tiring for the back and knees, and for a freed up saddle on the downhills.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/C19_Habit-Geometry.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-193247\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/C19_Habit-Geometry.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1520\" height=\"828\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/C19_Habit-Geometry.jpg 1520w, https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/C19_Habit-Geometry-750x409.jpg 750w, https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/C19_Habit-Geometry-768x418.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1520px) 100vw, 1520px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2>On the trail<\/h2>\n<p>As anticipated,\u00a0we tested the Habit 29\u00a0on the Black Forest trails, a mountainous area\u00a0filled coniferous forests within the region of Brisgovia in Southern Germany. It consisted of mellow\u00a0climbs through the forest mixed with some uphill sections on singletrack that wasn&#8217;t too technical. Then descended into mixed natural trails, some faster, some slower and more technical,\u00a0then the final part of the\u00a0route finished with\u00a0some tracks in the bike park.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/CDALE18_FREIBURG_HABIT-LAUNCH_journalists-action_byADL-2837.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-193464\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/CDALE18_FREIBURG_HABIT-LAUNCH_journalists-action_byADL-2837.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1067\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/CDALE18_FREIBURG_HABIT-LAUNCH_journalists-action_byADL-2837.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/CDALE18_FREIBURG_HABIT-LAUNCH_journalists-action_byADL-2837-750x500.jpg 750w, https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/CDALE18_FREIBURG_HABIT-LAUNCH_journalists-action_byADL-2837-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2>Climbing<\/h2>\n<p>On the uphills, the\u00a0Habit 29 is balanced and intuitive allowing you to pedal comfortably both on both mellow grades\u00a0and on uneven ground.\u00a0After moving the saddle forward, I appreciated the centered, balanced and rather low riding position, thanks to\u00a0this, I had the classic feeling that many well laid out 29ers offer, where you feel &#8220;inside&#8221; the bike.\u00a0Although the suspension has a rather low anti-squat value, it remained sufficiently stable until\u00a0stomping on the pedals, so that the hydraulics were needed to stabilize the kinematic system.\u00a0The Firm position is very strong so it saves energy.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/CDALE18_FREIBURG_HABIT-LAUNCH_journalists-action_byADL-2620.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-193466\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/CDALE18_FREIBURG_HABIT-LAUNCH_journalists-action_byADL-2620.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1067\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/CDALE18_FREIBURG_HABIT-LAUNCH_journalists-action_byADL-2620.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/CDALE18_FREIBURG_HABIT-LAUNCH_journalists-action_byADL-2620-750x500.jpg 750w, https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/CDALE18_FREIBURG_HABIT-LAUNCH_journalists-action_byADL-2620-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2>Descending<\/h2>\n<p>The downhill\u00a0riding position is rather compact, tipping the hat to maneuverability but with some reservations regarding stability at high speeds.\u00a0The Habit 29 is pleasantly agile and changes in direction are immediate and fluid.\u00a0The stability in the corners is\u00a0excellent as long as you remain centered and properly distribute the weight on both wheels without exceeding the front load up front.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/CDALE18_FREIBURG_HABIT-LAUNCH_journalists-action_byADL-2707.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-193467\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/CDALE18_FREIBURG_HABIT-LAUNCH_journalists-action_byADL-2707.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1067\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/CDALE18_FREIBURG_HABIT-LAUNCH_journalists-action_byADL-2707.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/CDALE18_FREIBURG_HABIT-LAUNCH_journalists-action_byADL-2707-750x500.jpg 750w, https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/CDALE18_FREIBURG_HABIT-LAUNCH_journalists-action_byADL-2707-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>The suspension system is very plush and effective, especially in the more technical sections where it absorbs the biggest obstacles, keeping the bike stable, while on the contrary it gets nervous\u00a0on small bumps in rapid succession at high speeds where it tends to stiffen. Under aggressive riding, you&#8217;ll easily use full travel, but the bottom outs aren&#8217;t violent by any means.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/CDALE18_FREIBURG_HABIT-LAUNCH_journalists-action_byADL-2949.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-193475\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/CDALE18_FREIBURG_HABIT-LAUNCH_journalists-action_byADL-2949.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1067\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/CDALE18_FREIBURG_HABIT-LAUNCH_journalists-action_byADL-2949.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/CDALE18_FREIBURG_HABIT-LAUNCH_journalists-action_byADL-2949-750x500.jpg 750w, https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/CDALE18_FREIBURG_HABIT-LAUNCH_journalists-action_byADL-2949-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>The choice of a particularly low anti-rise level involves an extension of the suspension system during braking that allows the shock to always move more freely in the initial part of the travel, but at the same time stiffens the\u00a0overall absorption capacity.\u00a0The fact that the suspension extends during braking also involves the geometry, determining a load shift towards the front which increases the fork&#8217;s diving, raising the\u00a0BB and makes the steering angle more vertical.\u00a0Details that, if well exploited, can facilitate aggressive riding in snappy turns, but\u00a0also make the bike less intuitive and therefore require a greater effort of adaptation compared to more traditional layouts.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/CDALE18_FREIBURG_HABIT-LAUNCH_journalists-action_byADL-2576.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-193465\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/CDALE18_FREIBURG_HABIT-LAUNCH_journalists-action_byADL-2576.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1600\" height=\"968\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/CDALE18_FREIBURG_HABIT-LAUNCH_journalists-action_byADL-2576.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/CDALE18_FREIBURG_HABIT-LAUNCH_journalists-action_byADL-2576-750x454.jpg 750w, https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/CDALE18_FREIBURG_HABIT-LAUNCH_journalists-action_byADL-2576-768x465.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2>Specs and Pricing<\/h2>\n<p><strong><span style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"><span style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\">Habit Carbon 1 &#8211; $ 7,900.00<\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Habit_Carbon-1.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-193248\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Habit_Carbon-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1467\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Habit_Carbon-1.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Habit_Carbon-1-750x688.jpg 750w, https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Habit_Carbon-1-768x704.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Habit_Carbon-1-1200x1100.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong><span style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"><span style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\">Habit Carbon 2 &#8211; $ 5,250.00<\/span><\/span><br \/>\n<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Habit_Carbon-2.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-193250\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Habit_Carbon-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1485\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Habit_Carbon-2.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Habit_Carbon-2-750x696.jpg 750w, https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Habit_Carbon-2-768x713.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Habit_Carbon-2-1185x1100.jpg 1185w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong><span style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"><span style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\">Habit Carbon 3 &#8211; $ 4,000.00<\/span><\/span><br \/>\n<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Habit_Carbon-3-.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-193252\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Habit_Carbon-3-.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1476\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Habit_Carbon-3-.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Habit_Carbon-3--750x692.jpg 750w, https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Habit_Carbon-3--768x708.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Habit_Carbon-3--1192x1100.jpg 1192w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong><span style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"><span style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\">Habit Women&#8217;s Carbon 1 &#8211; $ 4,000.00<\/span><\/span><br \/>\n<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Habit-Carbon-Women-1.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-193251\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Habit-Carbon-Women-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1469\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Habit-Carbon-Women-1.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Habit-Carbon-Women-1-750x689.jpg 750w, https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Habit-Carbon-Women-1-768x705.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Habit-Carbon-Women-1-1198x1100.jpg 1198w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong><span style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"><span style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\">Habit 4 &#8211; $ 4,000.00<\/span><\/span><br \/>\n<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Habit-4-.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-193246\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Habit-4-.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1455\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Habit-4-.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Habit-4--750x682.jpg 750w, https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Habit-4--768x698.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Habit-4--1210x1100.jpg 1210w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong><span style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"><span style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\">Habit 5 &#8211; $ 3,150.00<\/span><\/span><br \/>\n<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Habit-5.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-193249\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Habit-5.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1454\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Habit-5.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Habit-5-750x682.jpg 750w, https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Habit-5-768x698.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Habit-5-1210x1100.jpg 1210w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong><span style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"><span style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\">Habit 6 &#8211; $ 2,625.00<\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Habit-6.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-193471\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Habit-6.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1438\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Habit-6.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Habit-6-750x674.jpg 750w, https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Habit-6-768x690.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Habit-6-1224x1100.jpg 1224w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong><span style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"><span style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\">Habit Women&#8217;s 2 &#8211; $ 2,625.00<\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Habit-Women-2.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-193472\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Habit-Women-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1443\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Habit-Women-2.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Habit-Women-2-750x676.jpg 750w, https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Habit-Women-2-768x693.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Habit-Women-2-1220x1100.jpg 1220w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong><span style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"><span style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\">Habit Women&#8217;s 3 &#8211; $ 2,100.00<\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Habit-Women-3.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-193473\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Habit-Women-3.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1438\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Habit-Women-3.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Habit-Women-3-750x674.jpg 750w, https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Habit-Women-3-768x690.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Habit-Women-3-1224x1100.jpg 1224w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cannondale.com\/it-it\/Europe\/Products\/ProductCategory.aspx?nid=22f89813-2b16-4da2-b657-48ee148c3e7a&amp;utm_source=Facebook&amp;utm_medium=mtb-mag.com&amp;utm_campaign=Habit-neo-launch-europe\" target=\"_blank\"><strong><span style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"><span style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\">Cannondale <\/span><\/span><\/strong> <strong><span style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"><span style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\">Habit<\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"><span style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\">Action photos by Ale Di Lullo<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In July 2015 we were in Friborg, at the European headquarters of Cannondale in Germany, for the presentation of the first model of the Habit, the trail bike of the Big C. In recent days we returned to the Friborg headquarters for the press presentation of the new Habit model that Cannondale has completely redesigned, starting with the wheels\u00a0which are now 29 inches,\u00a0then moving up to the new suspension system and the new Proportional Response concept that we will\u00a0walk though in this article. We tested the Carbon 2 set-up in a full day of riding in the Black Forest, the<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":5799,"featured_media":193294,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[3683,3677],"tags":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v19.3 (Yoast SEO v19.7.2) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>[First Ride] The New Cannondale Habit 29 | MTB-MAG.COM<\/title>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mtb-mag.com\/en\/first-ride-the-new-cannondale-habit-29\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"[First Ride] The New Cannondale Habit 29\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:description\" content=\"In July 2015 we were in Friborg, at the European headquarters of Cannondale in Germany, for the presentation of the first model of the Habit, the trail bike of the Big C. 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