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Synapse Carbon 2
A carbon frame endurance bike with high-end components and shimano ultegra hydraulic disc brakes.
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$7,499| Frame | Carbon |
|---|---|
| Fork | Carbon |
| Wheels | 700c Carbon |
| Drivetrain | 2 × 12 Electronic |
| Groupset | Ultegra, Ultegra Di2 |
| Brakes | Shimano Ultegra Hydraulic Disc |
Based on build material and quality level of the frame, fork, wheelset, groupset, suspension system, and more.
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View Comparison5'2" – 5'6"
5'5" – 5'10"
5'7" – 5'11"
5'9" – 6'1"
6'0" – 6'4"
6'3" – 6'8"
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Mar 2026
The 6th gen Synapse can handle a lot, but if you're looking for a more comfortable endurance bike, you will need to decide if its geometry and ride feel are for you
Confidence inspiring, sure footed handling
Comfortable geometry
Progressive tyre clearances mean you can do a lot with the bike
A good looking bike overall
Middle spec, tube-only tyres on a 6k bike is a let down
No alternate inline seatpost option for all sizes
Lacks a little bit of race bike excitement
Mar 2026 · Joe Mackey
The Synapse has arguably been the most versatile bike in Cannondale’s lineup for the last several years. From the Cobbles in the Pro Tour to your favorite local Fondo, the Synapse has been ridden just about everywhere. As a former owner of a Synapse, I can attest to the versatility of generations past. But this […]
Versatile geometry updates
Increased tire clearance (fork clears 48mm, rear clears 42mm)
Added aero features
Integrated SmartSense system with headlight and Garmin rear radar
Downtube storage
Smooth ride quality with 32mm Vittoria Rubino tires
Slightly more aggressive and racier geometry than previous Synapse
No power meter at $7500 price point
Slightly more aggressive geometry may not suit all endurance riders
Nov 2025 · Calvin Zajac
With the Synapse LAB71 SmartSense, Cannondale present their vision of the future of all-road riding – but is the bike really worth its hefty price tag?
Versatile and fun handling
Vively ride feel
Extremely adaptable
Clean integration of lighting and electronics
Expensive
Aug 2025 · Warren Rossiter
The Synapse Carbon 2 is exactly what I want from a modern endurance bike; it's smooth and comfortable while still being an exciting and fun ride.
Superb on road manners
Fun and confident handling
Smart sense safety enhancements
Alloy handlebar is my only niggle
Jul 2025
The Synapse forgoes comfort gimmicks in favor of ample tire clearance, solid geometry, and clean integration to deliver an exceptional riding experience.
Jun 2025
A belter of a bike with a price tag to match
Balanced geometry
Down tube storage
Electronic shifting
Well-considered cockpit
Great pricing
Heavy aluminium wheels
May 2025 · Paul Norman
Road bikes have for a long time been divided into two categories: race bikes and endurance bikes. While the former
May 2025 · Jordan Villella
The Synapse was never the average endurance bike, the newest models reflect a refined road bike that wants to go fast, comfortably.
| Frame | Synapse Carbon, Proportional Response construction, integrated cable routing, downtube Stashport, 12x142 thru-axle, UDH, BSA 68mm threaded BB, flat mount disc, integrated seat binder, SmartSense Gen 2.0 compatible, fender mounts BB Standard: BSA, 68mm, Threaded Hanger Standard: UDH Tire Clearance: 48c Color: Grey |
|---|---|
| Fork | Synapse Carbon, integrated crown race, 12x100mm thru-axle, flat mount disc, internal routing, 1-1/8" to 1-1/5" Delta steerer, 55mm offset, fender mounts |
| Bottom Bracket | Shimano BSA 68 |
| Headset | Integrated, 1-1/8" - 1-1/2" |
| Stem | Cannondale C1 Conceal, Alloy, 31.8, -6°: 80mm (44-48m), 90mm (51cm), 100mm (54-56cm), 110mm (58-61cm) |
| Handlebar | Vision Trimax Aero Alloy: 400mm (44-51cm), 420mm (54-61cm) |
| Saddle | Fizik Vento Argo X5, 140mm |
| Seatpost | Cannondale C1 Aero 27 Carbon, SmartSense compatible, 330mm length, 0mm offset (44-48cm), 15mm offset (51-61cm) Type: Rigid |
| Pedals | Not included |
| Grips | Fizik Tempo Bondcush Soft, 3mm |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano Ultegra Di2 R8150 |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | Shimano Ultegra Di2 R8150 |
| Crank | Shimano Ultegra R8100, 50/34: 165mm (44cm), 170mm (48-51cm), 172.5 (54-56cm), 175mm (58-61) |
| Shifters | Shimano Ultegra Di2 R8170, wireless, 12-speed |
| Cassette | Shimano Ultegra R8100, 11-34, 12-speed |
| Chain | Shimano Ultegra, 12-speed |
| Brakes | Shimano Ultegra R8170, 160/160mm CL800 rotors Type: Shimano Ultegra Hydraulic Disc |
| Brake Levers | Shimano Ultegra Di2 R8170 hydraulic disc |
| Rims | DT Swiss ERC 45, carbon, 24mm inner width, 45mm depth, 24h, tubeless ready |
|---|---|
| Spokes | DT Swiss Competition |
| Front Hub | DT Swiss 370, 12x100mm centerlock |
| Rear Hub | DT Swiss 370 LN Ratchet System, 12x142mm centerlock |
| Tires | Vittoria Rubino Pro IV, 700x32c |
First added December 4
Last updated June 7