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Synapse Disc Women's 105
An aluminum frame women’s endurance bike with upper mid-range components and trp mechanical disc brakes.
Manufacturer Price
$1,500| Frame | Aluminum |
|---|---|
| Fork | Carbon |
| Wheels | 700c Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 2 × 11 |
| Groupset | 105 |
| Brakes | TRP Mechanical Disc |
Summary
The Cannondale Synapse is widely praised for its exceptional comfort and smooth ride quality, thanks to its SAVE micro-suspension system and relaxed endurance geometry. It offers a versatile performance that balances stability and efficiency, making it suitable for long rides, varied road surfaces, and even light gravel. Reviewers highlight its modern features, including disc brakes, generous tire clearance up to 32mm, and thoughtful design elements that enhance all-day riding comfort.
Smooth and comfortable ride quality
Versatile performance on various terrains
Stable and forgiving handling
Lightweight and stiff frame
Generous tire clearance up to 32mm
Heavy wheels on some models
Less agile handling compared to race bikes
Occasional front rotor rub under hard efforts
This isn’t theoretical vibration minimization that may leave you feeling fresher after hours in the saddle. This is real bump absorption that I could notice immediately and often.
BikerumorThat’s how smooth this bike is.
BikeRadarThe Synapse feels every bit like a race bike until you get home from a four or five-hour ride. That’s when you realise how well it has been taking care of you.
CyclistFor levels of comfort the new Cannondale Synapse 2018 has it nailed, a pure pleasure to ride all day long.
Gran Fondo MagazineThe Synapse loves to cruise and isn’t afraid of fast dirt roads.
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May 2019 · James Bracey
Cannondale’s endurance machine packs in more than just a comfortable ride
Handling
Specification
Limited height adjustability of stem
Sep 2018 · Stu Kerton
A quick and versatile bike based around a great frameset, though the brakes aren't the best
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
Apr 2018 · VeloNews.com
EF Education First-Drapac rider Sebastian Langeveld will ride disc brakes at Roubaix after making the podium in 2017.
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
| Frame | NEW Synapse Disc Women's Asymmetric, SmartForm C2 Alloy, SAVE, BB30 BB Standard: BB30, Press Fit |
|---|---|
| Fork | NEW Synapse Disc Women's Asymmetric, SAVE, carbon blades, 1-1/8" - 1 1/4" tapered steerer, flat mount, 60mm rake (48, 51), 50mm rake (54-61) |
| Bottom Bracket | FSA BB30 |
| Headset | FSA Integrated, 1-1/4" lower bearing, 25mm top cap |
| Stem | Cannondale C3, 6061 Alloy, 31.8, 6 deg. |
| Handlebar | Cannondale C3 Women's Compact, butted 6061 Alloy |
| Saddle | Cannondale Stage Ergo Women's |
| Seatpost | Cannondale C3, 6061 Alloy, 25.4x350mm Type: Rigid |
| Pedals | Wellgo w/ Clip and Strap |
| Grips | Cannondale Grip Bar Tape w/Gel, 3.5mm |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano 105, GS cage |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | Shimano 105, braze-on |
| Crank | FSA Gossamer, BB30, 50/34 |
| Shifters | Shimano 105 |
| Cassette | Shimano 105, 11-32, 11-speed |
| Chain | KMC X11EL, 11-speed |
| Brakes | TRP Spyre C cable disc, 160/160mm Type: TRP Mechanical Disc |
| Brake Levers | Shimano 105 |
| Rims | RD 2.0 Disc, 28-hole |
|---|---|
| Spokes | Stainless Steel, 14g |
| Front Hub | Formula CX-20 Front, CX-22 Rear |
| Rear Hub | Formula CX-20 Front, CX-22 Rear |
| Tires | Vittoria Zaffiro 700x28c |
First added February 20
Last updated September 11
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