Scalpel HT LAB71

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          Purity, Elevated.

          Simply the fastest, most advanced, sexiest XC hardtail ever made. When only the very best will do.

          Where it thrives

          On the race course

          What it's built for

          Chasing podiums

          Highlights

          • Ultralight Hi-MOD carbon frame, with Proportional Response size-specific geometry
          • 110mm Lefty Ocho Carbon – the smoothest, most precise-handling XC fork in the world
          • SRAM wireless XX SL Eagle AXS Transmission drivetrain and Level Ultimate disc brakes
          • Ultralight HollowGram XC-25 SL carbon tubeless-ready wheels
          • Integrated Cannondale App connectivity and ride tracking

          Purity. Elevated.

          Welcome to the LAB
          How do you make the best XC race hardtail even better? Send it to the LAB. It's where our lightest Hi-MOD carbon frame gets equipped with a dreamy selection of top-end components, then finished with incredible attention to detail. Limited quantities. Unlimited performance.
          Lead with Lefty
          The best hardtail deserves the best fork. With its unique, single-sided design, the ultralight Lefty Ocho Carbon offers 110mm of the smoothest, most precise-handling front suspension out there – because better control equals more speed.

          Confidence on edge

          No hesitant, fistful-of-brakes descending here. The slack, 66.5° front end gives you the stability and control you need to really open it up on the downhills. Brake later. Corner harder. Pass on the descents.

          Drop the chatter
          Sculpted flex zones in the chainstays partner with dropped seatstays to eat up the chatter from rowdy terrain, boosting control, smoothing the ride, minimizing fatigue. Go harder. Go faster. Go farther.

          Features

          Specs

          Details

          • Platform
          • Model Name
            Scalpel HT LAB71
          • Model Code
            C25053U

          Frameset

          • Frame
            Scalpel HT Lab71, Series 0 Carbon construction, Proportional Response Design, PF30-83, tapered head tube, Speed Release 12mm thru axle w/UDH hanger
          • Fork
            Lefty Ocho 120 Carbon, 110mm, Chamber Damper with remote lockout, OppO Spring System, tapered steerer, 50mm offset
          • Headset
            Integrated Sealed Bearing, Tapered

          Drivetrain

          • Rear Derailleur
            SRAM XX SL Eagle AXS, T-Type
          • Shifters
            SRAM AXS T-Type Pod Ultimate Controller
          • Chain
            SRAM XX SL, T-Type, 12-speed
          • Crank
            SRAM XX SL T-Type, 34T
          • Rear Cogs
            SRAM XX SL Eagle, 10-52, T-Type, 12-speed
          • Bottom Bracket
            SRAM PF30 MTB83, Ceramic

          Brakes

          • Brakes
            SRAM Level Ultimate hydraulic disc, 180/160mm CenterLine rotors
          • Brake Levers
            SRAM Level Ultimate, carbon levers

          Wheels

          • Rims
            HollowGram 25, Superlight Hi-Impact Carbon, 28h, 25mm inner width, tubeless ready
          • Spokes
            DT Swiss Competition Race, straight-pull
          • Tire Size
            2.4
          • Wheel Size
            29
          • Hubs
            (F) HollowGram Lefty 60 / (R) HollowGram w/DT Swiss Star Ratchet internals, 12x148mm thru-axle
          • Tires
            (F) Maxxis Rekon Race WT 29x2.4", EXO Protection, tubeless ready / (R) Maxxis Aspen WT 29x2.4", EXO Protection, tubeless ready

          Components

          • Handlebar
            Cannondale 1 Flat, Carbon, 31.8mm, 9° backsweep, 760mm
          • Stem
            Cannondale 1, 7075 Alloy, 1-1/8", 31.8, 7°
          • Grips
            Cannondale XC Silicone
          • Saddle
            Prologo Dimension NDR, Tirox rails
          • Seatpost
            C1 Carbon, 27.2x400mm

          Connectivity

          • Wheel Sensor
            Cannondale Wheel Sensor

          Extra

          • Extra 1
            Tubeless valve stems, SRAM AXS charger

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

          Geometry

          LAB71 bikes are our best, done better. Elevated design, next-level engineering, and a relentless focus on performance.
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