Everything about the Cannondale F800 hardtail mountain bike exudes speed. As soon as you leave the road you’ll notice the sprinting speed of this bike, whether the terrain you're traversing is muddy, rocky, sandy or any combination thereof. The super lightweight frame and lefty fork, with lockout and 110 mm travel, make the F800 an effective hardtail for technical trails. But the bike really comes into its own when you're on a climb, either in or out of the saddle. It's hard to imagine a machine that will get you to the top any quicker. The hydraulic discs brake cleanly and evenly and the hourglass shape of the chainstays provide plenty of mud clearance. On the downside, the seat post is likely to need regular adjustments and the stock saddle is just that. The real beauty of the Cannondale F800 hardtail mountain bike, however, lies in the lightweight frame and lefty fork.


Pros: Lightweight frame, long travel lefty fork, snappy hydraulic discs
Cons: Seat post tends to slip so regularly needs adjusting, uncomfortable saddle