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A carbon frame endurance bike with ultra high-end components and campagnolo record hydraulic disc brakes.
Manufacturer Price
$8,500| Frame | Carbon |
|---|---|
| Fork | Carbon |
| Wheels | 700c Carbon |
| Drivetrain | 2 × 12 |
| Groupset | Record |
| Brakes | Campagnolo Record Hydraulic 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Frame may feel outdated to some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.
The 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.
When 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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May 2019 · James Bracey
Cannondale’s endurance machine packs in more than just a comfortable ride
Handling
Specification
Limited height adjustability of stem

Feb 2019 · David Kennedy
Combining an American chassis with Italian parts

Jun 2018 · David Arthur @davearthur
Fast, smooth and fun, the new Synapse is an exceedingly good endurance bike
Apr 2018 · VeloNews.com
EF Education First-Drapac rider Sebastian Langeveld will ride disc brakes at Roubaix after making the podium in 2017.

Apr 2018 · Canadian Cycling Magazine
American team chooses disc brakes and Cannondale's endurance frame for a day in hell

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 · Michael Yozell
This alloy-frame endurance bike is great for all-day adventures and fast group rides

Mar 2018 · William Tracy
If you need an upright fit and like a bike with mild-mannered steering, the Synapse should be near the top of your list.
| Frame | BallisTec Hi-MOD Carbon, Di2 ready, SAVE, BB30a, flat mount, 12mm thru axle, internal cable routing, removable fender bridge, Di2 ready, SAVE, BB30a, Flat mount, 12mm thru axle, Internal cable routing, Removable fender bridge BB Standard: BB30a, Press Fit |
|---|---|
| Fork | BallisTec Hi-MOD Carbon, SAVE, integrated crown race, 12x100mm thru-axle, internal routing, size-specific design - 44-48: 1 1/8" steerer, 60mm rake 51-54: 1-1/8" - 1-1/4" tapered steerer, 55mm rake 56-61: 1-1/8" - 1-3/8" tapered steerer, 45mm rake |
| Bottom Bracket | Campagnolo Record PressFit |
| Headset | Synapse Si, 25mm Carbon top cap |
| Stem | All-New HollowGram SAVE, alloy, -6° |
| Handlebar | HollowGram SystemBar SAVE, Carbon, 8 deg. pitch adjust |
| Saddle | Brooks Cambium C17, steel rails |
| Seatpost | SAVE Carbon, 25.4 x 350mm (44-56), 400mm (58-63) Type: Rigid |
| Pedals | Not Included |
| Grips | Brooks Cambium |
| Rear Derailleur | Campagnolo Record |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | Campagnolo Record, braze-on |
| Crank | Campagnolo Record Carbon, 50/34 |
| Shifters | Campagnolo Record hydro disc, 2x12 |
| Cassette | Campagnolo Super Record, 11-34, 12-speed |
| Chain | Campagnolo Chorus, 12-speed |
| Brakes | Campagnolo Record hydro disc, 160/140mm 03 rotors Type: Campagnolo Record Hydraulic Disc |
| Brake Levers | Campagnolo Record hydro disc |
| Rims | Fulcrum Wind 400 DB |
|---|---|
| Spokes | Fulcrum, Stainless steel |
| Front Hub | Fulcrum Wind 400 DB, 12x100 |
| Rear Hub | Fulcrum Wind 400 DB, 12x142 |
| Tires | Vittoria Corsa, 700 x 28c |
First added October 10
Last updated December 28
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