The Wild History of Cannondale

Cannondale is one of the boldest and weirdest names in cycling history. From making bike trailers in the ’70s to dropping oversized aluminum frames in the ’80s, this brand has never been afraid to break the rules. They gave us the HeadShok, the legendary Lefty fork, and some of the lightest road bikes ever made.But it hasn’t all been smooth riding. Cannondale nearly destroyed itself in the ’90s when it tried to break into the motorcycle and ATV world. Bankruptcy followed… but the brand survived, and today Cannondale is still pushing tech in road, MTB, gravel, and beyond.In this video, we take you through the wild story of Cannondale: the innovation, the disasters, the comebacks, and why this brand still matters today.🚴 Subscribe for more deep dives into the riders, brands, and moments that shaped cycling history.