Platform: Scalpel
Highlights
- Lightweight BallisTec carbon FlexPivot frame / Fox Float Performance 32 SC fork / Integrated Cannondale App connectivity
- SRAM NX Eagle 12-speed shifting / Shimano MT500 hydro disc brakes
- Stan's NoTubes Crest S1 tubeless-ready rims / Shimano MT400 hubs
Where it thrives
On the race course
What it's built for
Chasing podiums
The New Cutting Edge
Suspension for speed
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The most advanced suspension ever made for XC. While others sacrifice performance to save weight, our patented FlexPivot suspension delivers both. Incredibly light, with unreal grip, acceleration and control, it lets you go flat-out everywhere. More speed. More fun.
Degrees of difference
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Scalpel’s progressive geometry has evolved even further – we have a full degree and a half slacker headtube angle, one-degree steeper seat tube angle – creating an XC bike that’s more aggressive, lightning-fast, fun and stable everywhere, from the World Cup to your local loop.
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.
Connected
An integrated wheel sensor delivers hyper accurate speed, route and distance info, registers your bike, reminds you of needed service and more, all through the free Cannondale App.
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!
DirectLine Cable Routing
Tube-in-tube internal cable routing in the frame and swingarm makes installing cables quick and easy.
Stiff. Light. Fast.
At just over 1900 grams, complete with shock, the new Scalpel frame is one of the lightest full suspension MTB frames on the market. Incredible suspension, impeccable handling and feathery weight – it’s a recipe for victory.
The New Cutting Edge
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Connectivity
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Wheel SensorCannondale Wheel Sensor
Drivetrain
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Bottom BracketSRAM DUB PF30 MTB83
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ChainSRAM NX Eagle, 12-speed
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CrankTruvativ Stylo 6K DUB, 34T, Ai offset
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Rear CogsSRAM SX Eagle, 11-50, 12-speed
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Rear DerailleurSRAM NX Eagle
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ShiftersSRAM NX Eagle, 12-speed
Frameset
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ForkFox Float Performance 32 SC, 100mm, 15x110mm thru-axle, tapered steerer, 51mm offset, remote-actuated
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FrameAll-New, 100mm travel, BallisTec Carbon, Proportional Response Tuned, FlexPivot Chainstay, PF30-83, Tapered Headtube,Speed Release 12mm thru axle, Ai Offset, Stash compatible
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HeadsetIntegrated, 1-1/8 to 1.5", sealed angular contact bearings
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Rear ShockFox Float DPS Performance Elite EVOL, remote lockout, adjustable rebound
Wheels
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Front HubShimano MT400, 15x110mm thru-axle
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Rear HubShimano MT400 12x148
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RimsStan's NoTubes Crest S1, 32h, tubeless ready
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SpokesDT Swiss Champion
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Tires(F) Schwalbe Racing Ray Performance, 29 x 2.25", Addix Compound, tubeless ready, (R) Schwalbe Racing Ralph Performance, 29 x 2.25", Addix Compound, tubeless ready
Brakes
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Brake LeversShimano MT500 hydraulic disc
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BrakesShimano MT500 hydraulic disc, 160/160mm RT54 rotors
Components
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GripsESI Chunky Silicone, 32mm dia.
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HandlebarCannondale 2 Flat, butted 2014 Alloy, 31.8mm, 3° rise, 8° sweep, 760mm
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SaddlePrologo Dimension STN NDR, steel rails
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SeatpostCannondale C3, 6061 Alloy, 27.2 x 350mm (S), 400mm (M-XL)
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StemCannondale 3, 6061 Alloy, 31.8, 7°
Measurements
- Size: SM
- Size: MD
- Size: LG
- Size: XL
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