2024 Cannondale Scalpel 3
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Thrill ride. With the most advanced XC suspension and geometry, and rowdy-ready spec, the new Scalpel redefines cross-country speed – again.
Model Description
Fast, light, and capable on XC courses or technical trails, the Scalpel 3 is built to fly. The frameset is made of our advanced Series 1 carbon construction. Then it gets built up with a Shimano XT/Deore 12-speed drivetrain, remote-actuated RockShox SID Select suspension both front and rear, and Stan’s NoTubes Crest MK4 rims for excellent speed and control.
What it's forThe thrill of speed. Winning XC and Marathon races. High-speed trail slaying.
Highlights
- Superlight premium Series 1 Carbon frame with FlexPivot, 120mm travel, and Proportional Response-Tuned Suspension and Geometry
- Lightweight RockShox SID Select 120mm fork and SIDLuxe Select+ rear shock, with a TwistLoc Ultimate remote lockout.
- Shimano’s race-ready XT/Deore M6100 12-speed group.
- Powerful, controllable Shimano Deore M6100 hydraulic disc brakes
- Stan’s tubeless-ready Crest Mk4 rims with Maxxis Rekon Race and Aspen WT 2.4” tires
- Cannondale’s DownLow dropper seatpost
SPECIFICATIONS
Frame
Scalpel, Series 1 Carbon construction, 120mm travel, Proportional Response Suspension and Geometry, FlexPivot Chainstay, full internal cable routing, 73mm BSA, 1.5" headtube with 1-1/8" upper reducer/internal cable guide, 148x12mm thru axle, 55mm chainline, UDH, post-mount disc – 160mm native
Fork
RockShox SID Select, 120mm, DebonAir, 15x110mm thru-axle, tapered steerer, 44mm offset, TwistLoc Ultimate remote dual lockout
Headset
Acros ICR
Rear Shock
RockShox SIDLuxe Select+, 2-Pos mode adjust, adjustable rebound, 190x45, TwistLoc Ultimate remote dual lockout
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XT
Shifters
Shimano Deore M6100, 12-speed
Chain
Shimano SLX M7100, 12-speed
Crank
Shimano Deore M6120, 32T
Rear Cogs
Shimano Deore M6100, 10-51, 12-speed
Bottom Bracket
Shimano BSA 73mm
Brakes
Shimano Deore M6100, 180/160mm RT54 rotors
Brake Levers
Shimano Deore M6100
Rims
Stan's NoTubes Crest MK4, 28h, tubeless ready
Spokes
DT Swiss Competition Race
Hubs
(F) Formula CL-811, 15x110mm thru-axle
(R) Shimano MT510B, 12x148mm thru-axle
Tires
(F) Maxxis Rekon Race WT, 29x2.4", EXO Protection, tubeless ready
(R) Maxxis Aspen WT, 29x2.4", EXO Protection, tubeless ready
Handlebar
Cannondale 2 Flat, butted 2014 Alloy, 31.8mm, 3° rise, 8° sweep, 760mm
Stem
Cannondale C1 Conceal, Alloy, 31.8, -6°
Grips
RockShox Smooth Silicone
Saddle
Prologo Dimension NDR, STN rails
Seatpost
Cannondale DownLow Dropper, internal routing, 31.6, 125mm (S), 150mm (M-XL)
Please Note:
- Based on component availability and other factors, specifications are subject to change without notice.
- Promotional coupons are not redeemable against Cannondale Sales.