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Synapse Disc 105
An aluminum frame endurance bike with upper mid-range components and trp mechanical disc brakes.
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$1,800| Weight | 22.0 lbs |
|---|---|
| Frame | Aluminum |
| Fork | Carbon |
| Wheels | 700c Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 2 × 11 |
| Groupset | 105 |
| Brakes | TRP Mechanical Disc |
Summary
The Cannondale Synapse is celebrated for its comfortable, versatile ride, excelling in reducing road buzz and handling mixed terrain with ease. Its lively handling and efficient power transfer make it a joy on both climbs and descents. While it offers great value and a quality frame, some components like wheels and tyres could see improvements.
Comfortable and versatile ride
Lively handling and efficient power transfer
Great at reducing road buzz
Quality frame with room for upgrades
Competitively priced
Heavy wheels and basic crankset
Frame may feel outdated to some
Vittoria Rubino tyres slip on damp climbs
It’s a joy to descend on. It carves through the corners with a reassuring confidence but responds to sudden changes of direction when you need it to with ease.
Cycling WeeklyThe Synapse is now a gravel bike in all but name but do not be fooled, despite this versatility, it is yet to forget its roots in road.
CyclistWhen I switched out the Fulcrums for a set of my own, lighter carbon/tubeless wheels, the Synapse morphed into a true dream machine.
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Nov 2020 · Vern Pitt
The Cannondale Synapse Carbon 105 is a popular endurance bike that still has a spring in its step
Sprightly handling
Great at reducing road buzz
Solid spec
Good value
Heavy wheels
Frame probably due an update
Jun 2020 · Warren Rossiter
Top flight drivetrain for the venerable Synapse, one of our Endurance Bike of the Year 2020 contenders
Lively handling, light chassis, smooth ride
Middleweight wheelset at odds with superbike chassis
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.
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 | SmartForm C2 Alloy, SAVE, BB30, internal cable routing, flat mount, SAVE, BB30, Internal cable routing, Flat mount BB Standard: BB30, Press Fit |
|---|---|
| Fork | Full Carbon, SAVE, internal routing, 1-1/8" - 1 1/4" tapered steerer, flat mount, 55mm rake, 12x100 thru axle |
| Bottom Bracket | Cannondale BB30 |
| Headset | FSA Sealed Bearing, Integrated, 1-1/4"-1-1/8" |
| Stem | Cannondale 3, 6061 alloy, 31.8, 7° |
| Handlebar | Cannondale 3, 6061 alloy, Compact |
| Saddle | Cannondale Stage Ergo |
| Seatpost | Cannondale 3, 6061 alloy, 25.4 x 350mm (44-56), 400mm (58-63) Type: Rigid |
| Pedals | Not Included |
| Grips | Cannondale Grip Bar Tape w/Gel, 3.5mm |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano 105 GS |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | Shimano 105, braze-on |
| Crank | FSA Gossamer alloy, BB30, 50/34 |
| Shifters | Shimano 105, 2x11 |
| Cassette | Shimano 105, 11-34, 11-speed |
| Chain | KMC X11, 11-speed |
| Brakes | TRP Spyre-C cable actuated disc, 160/160mm rotors Type: TRP Mechanical Disc |
| Brake Levers | Shimano 105 |
| Rims | RD 2.0, 28h |
|---|---|
| Spokes | Stainless steel, 14g |
| Front Hub | Formula CRX-512, 12x100 |
| Rear Hub | Formula CX-22, QR |
| Tires | Vittoria Zaffiro, 700 x 30c |
First added October 10
Last updated June 9
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