Scalpel LAB71 Team

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          Scalpel Sharp, CFR Strong

          Purebred for the podium. Scalpel LAB71 Cannondale Factory Racing Replica blends World Cup bloodlines and cutting-edge tech to reign over every cross-country course.

          Model Description

          The LAB71 Scalpel Team is for pure podium pursuit. Full team spec, with LAB71's elite carbon magic, Shimano’s XTR Di2 wireless wizardry, and the sleek integration of the SystemBar XC-One. A Lefty Ocho Carbon fork devours roots, rocks, and reality checks, while the Fox Factory-tuned rear shock syncs seamlessly to keep traction glued and momentum cooking. With FSA i30 carbon wheels and a Fox Factory wireless dropper, it’s ready for the top step. Battle-tested by Cannondale Factory Racing, proven by podiums worldwide.

          What it's for

          The thrill of speed. Winning World Championship XC and Marathon races. High-speed trail slaying. Inspiring envy.

          Highlights

          • LAB71 Series 0 Ultralight Carbon Frame with FlexPivot, 120mm travel, and Proportional Response Tuned Suspension and Geometry - Advanced carbon engineering for maximum snap and minimal grams
          • Lefty Ocho 120 Carbon Fork – Precision steering, unmatched sensitivity, zero compromise
          • Shimano XTR Di2 Group – Shift quicker than your competition blinks. No cables, just instant response
          • SystemBar XC-One – Sleekly integrated full carbon cockpit
          • Fox Float SL Factory EVOL Shock – Custom-tuned traction management for XC supremacy
          • Fox Factory Transfer Neo 150mm dropper XC seatpost – light, fast, wireless
          Born Fast, Built Faster
          LAB71 Series 0 Carbon delivers the lightest, stiffest, and most responsive Scalpel yet—made to chase seconds and crush records.
          Light & Lefty
          Lefty Ocho Carbon’s unique design provides pinpoint control— with 120mm of travel, friction-free internals, and completely integrated aesthetic, delivers unreal smoothness and steering precision. Putting you in charge of every inch of the trail.
          Size-Specific Mastery
          Proportional Response Geometry tunes each frame to rider size, dialing traction, balance, and control for a no-compromises race machine that moves with you.
          Ridden by the Pros
          Scalpel and Cannondale Factory Racing are a proven force—developing XC talent from World Champions to Olympic medalists. Now it’s your turn to ride like one. The all-new Scalpel LAB71 CFR is a race replica built for the world’s fastest, and now, ready for you.
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          Features

          Light on Weight, Heavy on Wins

          Engineered for the lightest possible weight without giving up stiffness or speed—this CFR-proven frame turns every pedal stroke into pure, unfiltered velocity.

          Specs

          Details

          • Platform
            Scalpel
          • Model Name
            Scalpel LAB71 Team
          • Model Code
            C24085U

          Frameset

          • Frame
            Scalpel LAB71, Series 0 Carbon construction, 120mm travel, Proportional Response Suspension and Geometry, FlexPivot Chainstay, full internal cable routing, 73mm BSA, 1.5" headtube with 1-1/8" upper reducer/internal cable guide, 148x12mm thru axle, 55mm chainline, UDH, post-mount disc – 160mm native
          • Fork
            Lefty Ocho 120 Carbon, 120mm, Chamber Damper, OppO Spring System, tapered steerer, 50mm offset, TwistLoc Ultimate remote dual lockout
          • Headset
            Acros ICR
          • Rear Shock
            Fox Float SL Factory EVOL SV, Kashima, 190x45mm, custom tune, TwistLoc Ultimate remote dual lockout

          Drivetrain

          • Rear Derailleur
            Shimano XTR Di2 M9250 wireless electronic, 12-speed
          • Shifters
            Shimano XTR Di2 M9250 wireless electronic, I-SPEC EV, 12-speed
          • Chain
            Shimano XTR, 12-speed
          • Crank
            Shimano XTR M9200, 30T
          • Rear Cogs
            Shimano XTR 9200, 9-45, 12-speed
          • Bottom Bracket
            Shimano BSA 73mm

          Brakes

          • Brakes
            Shimano XTR M9220 4-piston hydraulic disc, 180/160mm MT905 6-bolt rotors
          • Brake Levers
            Shimano XTR M9220 hydraulic disc

          Wheels

          • Rims
            FSA KFX Team Edition Carbon, 24h, 30mm inner width, hookless, tubeless ready
          • Spokes
            Straight pull Aero
          • Tire Size
            2.4
          • Wheel Size
            29
          • Hubs
            (F) FSA X-900 Lefty, 6-bolt / (R) X-900, PRS 72T, 6-bolt, 12x148mm, MicroSpline driver
          • Tires
            Schwalbe Rick XC Pro, 29x2.4", Speed Compound, tubeless ready

          Components

          • Handlebar
            SystemBar XC-One Flat, carbon, integrated bar/stem, internal cable routing, 5° upsweep, 8° backsweep, 760mm width, -6° stem, 1-1/8" clamp
          • Stem
            SystemBar XC-One Flat, carbon integrated bar/stem
          • Grips
            SRAM Silicone
          • Saddle
            Prologo Dimension NDR, Tirox rails
          • Seatpost
            Fox Factory Transfer Neo wireless electronic, 150mm drop, 31.6

          Connectivity

          • Wheel Sensor
            Cannondale Wheel Sensor

          Extra

          • Extra 1
            Tubeless Valves, SystemBar Garmin/Wahoo Computer Mounts, Shimano charger

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

          Geometry

          Mountain See the Scalpel Range

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