Cannondale Scalpel 4 Smoke Black
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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
Taking aim at XC race podiums and technical trails alike, the Scalpel 4 is always down for fast. It’s built on our advanced Series 1 carbon construction frameset, then set up with a Shimano Deore/XT 12-speed drivetrain, remote-actuated RockShox SID suspension both front and rear, and Stan’s NoTubes Crest S2 rims for reliable speed and control.
What it's for
The 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
- RockShox SID 120mm fork and SIDLuxe Select+ rear shock, with a TwistLoc remote lockout
- Shimano’s race-ready Deore M6100 12-speed group
- Powerful, reliable, Shimano MT501 hydraulic disc brakes
- Stan’s tubeless-ready Crest S2 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, 120mm, DebonAir, 15x110mm thru-axle, tapered steerer, 44mm offset, TwistLoc remote dual lockout
Headset
Acros ICR
Rear Shock
RockShox SIDLuxe Select+, 2-Pos mode adjust, adjustable rebound, 190x45, TwistLoc remote dual lockout
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore 6100
Shifters
Shimano Deore 6100, 12-speed
Chain
Shimano Deore, 12-speed
Crank
Shimano M5121, 32T
Rear Cogs
Shimano Deore, 10-51, 12-speed
Bottom Bracket
Shimano BSA 73mm
Brakes
Shimano MT501, hydraulic disc, 180/160mm RT10 rotors
Brake Levers
Shimano MT501 hydraulic disc
Rims
Stan's NoTubes Crest S2, 32h, tubeless ready
Spokes
DT Swiss Champion
Hubs
(F) Shimano TC-500, 15x110mm thru-axle
(R) Shimano MT410B, 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.