Scalpel Carbon SE 1

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          The New Cutting Edge

          Scalpel SE is the ultimate marathon racer and high-speed trail slayer. World Cup fast and all-mountain fierce – this is next-level cross-country mountain bike performance.

          Where it thrives

          High-speed trails

          What it's built for

          Full-throttle trail riding

          Highlights

          • Lightweight carbon FlexPivot frame / New RockShox Sid Select+ RL 120mm fork / Integrated Cannondale App connectivity
          • Shimano XT hydraulic disc 12-speed group / HollowGram crank
          • HollowGram 25 S carbon tubeless-ready wheels / Cannondale DownLow dropper post / Stash kit

          Award Winner

          The New Cutting Edge

          Superior suspension. Superior traction.
          Scalpel SE’s patented FlexPivot suspension results in more grip, more control, and more speed. 120mm of plush travel works so well that it feels like so much more – meaning all-day singletrack sessions are a gas.
          Big trail capability
          Scalpel’s progressive XC attitude has evolved even further with a slack and stable 67˚ headtube angle – combined with shorter stems, bigger tires, dropper posts and bigger travel: if you love riding trails fast, precise and in full control, then this is the bike for you.

          Technology

          Light. Stiff. Fast.
          Don’t settle for just two. Pick all three. With its full carbon frame and new 4-bar FlexPivot suspension, the Scalpel is one of the lightest and stiffest full-suspension mountain bikes available. Built light to go fast = built right to have a blast.

          The New Cutting Edge

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          • Platform
          • Model Name
            Scalpel Carbon SE 1
          • Model Code
            C24251M

          Frameset

          • Frame
            Scalpel SE Carbon, 120mm travel, Proportional Response Tuned, FlexPivot Chainstay, PF30-83, Tapered Headtube, Speed Release 12mm thru axle, Ai offset, Stash compatible
          • Fork
            RockShox SID Select+ RL, 120mm, Debonair, 15x110mm thru-axle, tapered steerer, 44mm offset
          • Headset
            Integrated Sealed Bearing, Tapered
          • Rear Shock
            RockShox SIDLuxe Select+, 2-Pos mode adjust, adjustable rebound

          Drivetrain

          • Rear Derailleur
            Shimano XT
          • Shifters
            Shimano XT, 12-speed
          • Chain
            Shimano SLX, 12-speed
          • Crank
            HollowGram, BB30a, OPI SpideRing, 32T, Ai offset
          • Rear Cogs
            Shimano XT, 10-51, 12-speed
          • Bottom Bracket
            Cannondale Alloy PressFit30

          Brakes

          • Brakes
            Shimano XT hydraulic disc, 180/160mm XT rotors
          • Brake Levers
            Shimano XT hydraulic disc

          Wheels

          • Rims
            HollowGram 25, Superlight Hi-Impact Carbon, 28h, 25mm inner width, tubeless ready
          • Front Hub
            Formula, 15x110mm
          • Rear Hub
            DT Swiss, 12x148mm
          • Spokes
            DT Swiss Competition Race, straight-pull
          • Tires
            (F) Maxxis Ardent Race, 29x2.35", EXO Protection, tubeless ready / (R) Maxxis Rekon Race, 29x2.35", EXO Protection, tubeless ready
          • Tire Size
            2.35
          • Wheel Size
            29
          • Front Tire
            Maxxis Ardent Race, 29x2.35", EXO Protection, tubeless ready
          • Rear Tire
            Maxxis Recon Race, 29x2.25", EXO Protection, tubeless ready

          Components

          • Handlebar
            Cannondale 1 Riser, Carbon, 31.8mm, 9° sweep, 4° rise, 780mm
          • Stem
            Cannondale 1, 7075 Alloy, 1-1/8", 31.8, 7°
          • Grips
            Cannondale XC Silicone
          • Saddle
            Cannondale Scoop Flat Elite, cro-mo rails
          • Seatpost
            Cannondale DownLow Dropper, internal routing, 31.6, 100mm (S), 125mm (M-L), 150mm (XL)

          Connectivity

          • Wheel Sensor
            Cannondale Wheel Sensor

          Extra

          • Extra 1
            Stash Kit (Fabric 8-in-1 Mini Tool and Dynaplug tubeless puncture repair tool), Tubeless valve stems

          Please note that, based on component availability and other factors, specifications are subject to change without notice.

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