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Synapse Carbon 105
A carbon frame endurance bike with upper mid-range components and shimano 105 rim brakes.
Manufacturer Price
$1,999| Frame | Carbon |
|---|---|
| Fork | Carbon |
| Wheels | 700c Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 2 × 11 |
| Groupset | 105 |
| Brakes | Shimano 105 Rim |
Summary
The Cannondale Synapse is celebrated for its exceptional blend of comfort and performance, making it a standout in the endurance category. Its SAVE micro-suspension system and ability to fit up to 32mm tires ensure a smooth ride over rough surfaces, while its lightweight frame and updated geometry offer a racy feel. The bike excels in both climbing and descending, with sharp steering and stability at high speeds, though some may find rivals like the Specialized Roubaix and Trek Domane better suited for cobbled surfaces.
SAVE micro-suspension system for reduced vibrations
Lightweight frame with updated geometry
Can fit up to 32mm tires for versatility
Excellent climbing and descending capabilities
Blurs the line between endurance and race bikes
SAVE handlebars no longer available
Rivals may outperform on cobbled surfaces
"The SystemBar’s ergonomic and elliptical Save bar shape feels great in the hands and provides riders more deflection than a standard bar," says David Devine, Cannondale senior product manager, road, on the new Save components.
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Aug 2018 · Troy Templin
Cannondale's Synapse uses a mix of their SAVE frame design with a Shimano 105 drivetrain and hydraulic disc brakes to create a solid budget package.
May 2018 · Ben Delaney
High-value, high-comfort endurance bike. Buy if you want one of the smoothest endurance road bikes on the market — without any funky suspension or moving parts
Incredibly smooth ride, top-shelf Dura-Ace 9120, good price
Heavy wheels aren't on par with the excellent frameset and group
Mar 2018 · Tyler Benedict
The 2018 Cannondale Synapse Carbon Disc proves you can have speed and comfort in the same bike. With race worthy handling and power transfer, the SAVE seatstays, chainstays and fork add bump-eating compliance for a bike that can go long and fast. Read our full review with actual weights right here!
Mar 2018 · Matthew Pioro
Balanced comfort and performance
Mar 2018 · Michael Yozell
This alloy-frame endurance bike is great for all-day adventures and fast group rides
Feb 2018 · Matt Wikstrom
Cannondale unveiled the original Synapse in 2006, an all-carbon endurance-oriented frameset that has been steadily revised and updated since. The latest version, the fourth, builds upon the features introduced in 2014 to become a dedicated disc-brake offering with more tyre clearance for 2018. Matt de Neef previewed the new Synapse range in July last year, […]
Oct 2017 · William Tracy
Cannondale makes a strong case for the one-bike garage with the Synapse Hi-Mod, outfitted with SRAM Red eTap.
Jul 2017 · Hannah Troop
Cannondale new Synapse 2018 model. Here is our first ride review on Cannondale’s take of the comfort versus stiffness endurance model.
| Frame | Synapse, BallisTec Carbon, Di2 ready, SAVE PLUS, BB30a BB Standard: BB30, Press Fit |
|---|---|
| Fork | Synapse SAVE PLUS, BallisTec Carbon, 1-1/8 to 1-1/4 tapered steerer |
| Shock | N/A |
| Bottom Bracket | FSA BB30 Bearings |
| Headset | Synapse Si, 1-1/4 lower bearing, 25mm top cap |
| Stem | Cannondale C3, 6061 Alloy, 31.8, 6 deg. |
| Handlebar | Cannondale C3, butted 6061 Alloy, Compact |
| Saddle | Cannondale Stage Ergo w/ Crmo Rails |
| Seatpost | Cannondale C3, 6061 Alloy, 25.4x300mm (48-51) 350mm (54-61) Type: Rigid |
| Pedals | N/A |
| Grips | Cannondale Bar Tape w/Gel, 3.5mm |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano 105 GS |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | Shimano 105, braze-on |
| Crank | Cannondale Si, BB30a, FSA rings, 50/34 |
| Shifters | Shimano 105 |
| Cassette | Shimano 105, 11-32, 11-speed |
| Chain | Shimano HG601, 11-speed |
| Brakes | Shimano 105 Type: Shimano 105 Rim |
| Brake Levers | Shimano 105 |
| Rims | Mavic Aksium WTS |
|---|---|
| Spokes | Mavic Aksium |
| Front Hub | Mavic Aksium |
| Rear Hub | Mavic Aksium |
| Tires | Mavic Yksion WTS, 700x25c, folding |
First added April 13
Last updated April 13
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