Scalpel Carbon SE 2

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Overview

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 / RockShox SID 120mm fork
Shimano Deore/XT 12-speed shifting / Shimano MT501 hydraulic disc brakes
Stan's NoTubes Crest D tubeless-ready rims / Cannondale DownLow dropper post

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

FlexPivot

The key to Scalpel’s incredible suspension performance and light weight. These patented carbon plates create virtual Horst link pivots, while being stiffer and lighter than bearings. Incredibly durable. Incredibly flexible. And completely maintenance-free.

Proportional Response

Unlike the competition, who use the same suspension kinematic across all sizes, we customize the layout of our suspension for each one, so that every rider, from the smallest to the tallest, experiences the same brilliant suspension performance.

STASH Kit Compatible

Compatible with the STASH kit (purchased separately). An aftermarket kit containing everything you need for lightning-fast trailside repairs stashes neatly under your water bottle. Quick and easy.

Ai – Asymmetric Integration

Our unique offset drivetrain delivers big tire/mud clearance while keeping the chainstays short for traction and agility. Factor in that it also creates a stiffer, stronger rear wheel, and Ai is a win-win-win.

Two Waterbottles

Proper hydration, without the pack. Hallelujah!

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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Specs

Details

Platform
Scalpel SE
Model Name
Scalpel Carbon SE 2
Model Code
C24852U

Frameset

Frame
120mm travel, Carbon, Proportional Response Tuned, FlexPivot Chainstay, PF30-83, Tapered Headtube, Speed Release 12mm thru axle, Ai Offset, Stash compatible
Fork
RockShox SID Select, 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, 190x45

Drivetrain

Rear Derailleur
Shimano XT
Shifters
Shimano Deore M6100, 12-speed
Chain
Shimano Deore 6100, 12-speed
Crank
Cannondale 1, BB30a, OPI SpideRing, 32T, Ai Offset
Rear Cogs
Shimano Deore M6100, 10-51, 12-speed
Bottom Bracket
Cannondale PF30 MTB

Brakes

Brakes
Shimano MT501 hydraulic disc, 180/160mm RT64 rotors
Brake Levers
Shimano MT501 hydraulic disc

Wheels

Rims
Stan's NoTubes Crest D, 32h, tubeless ready
Spokes
DT Swiss Factory, 14g
Tire Size
2.4
Wheel Size
29
Hubs
(F) Shimano MT400, 15x110mm thru-axle / (R) Shimano MT410, 12x148mm thru-axle
Tires
(F) Maxxis Ardent Race, 29x2.35", EXO Protection, tubeless ready / (R) Maxxis Rekon Race, 29x2.35", EXO Protection, tubeless ready
Front Tire
Maxxis Ardent Race, 29x2.35", EXO Protection, tubeless ready
Rear Tire
Maxxis Ardent Race, 29x2.35", EXO Protection, tubeless ready / (R) Maxxis Rekon Race, 29x2.35", EXO Protection, tubeless ready

Components

Handlebar
Cannondale 3 Riser, 6061 Alloy, 30mm rise, 8° sweep, 6° rise, 780mm
Stem
Cannondale 3, 6061 Alloy, 31.8, 7°
Grips
Cannondale TrailShroom
Saddle
Cannondale Scoop Shallow Sport, steel rails
Seatpost
Cannondale DownLow Dropper, internal routing, 31.6, 100mm (S), 125mm (M-L), 150mm (XL)

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

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Scalpel Carbon SE 2

The New Cutting Edge.

Where it thrives

What it's built for

Highlights

Technology

FlexPivot

Proportional Response

STASH Kit Compatible

Ai – Asymmetric Integration

Two Waterbottles

The New Cutting Edge

Details

Frameset

Drivetrain

Brakes

Wheels

Components

Specifications

Details

Platform

Model Name

Model Code

Frameset

Frame

Fork

Headset

Rear Shock

E-System

Drive Unit

Battery

Charger

Display

Certifications

Drivetrain

Rear Derailleur

Front Derailleur

Shifters

Chain

Crank

Rear Cogs

Bottom Bracket

Pedals

Brakes

Brakes

Brake Levers

Wheels

Front Hub

Rear Hub

Rim Material

Rim Depth

Rim Outer Width

Rim Inner Width

Rim Type

Nipple Type

Wheel Weight

Dish Offset

Effective Rim Diameter

Maximum Spoke Tension

Max Tire Pressure

Brake Type

Rider Weight Limit

Rims

Spokes

Spoke Count

Spoke Length (NDS-DS)

Spoke Type

Tire Size

Wheel Size

Hubs

Tires

Front Tire

Rear Tire

Tire Bead

Tire Casing

Tire Protection