Cannondale Scalpel HT Carbon 2 Smoke Black
The Purest Form of Racing
A ripping fast, progressive XC Hardtail, purpose built to hurt ‘em on the ups, drop ‘em on the downs and propel you straight to the top step.
Model DescriptionEngineered to excel, the Scalpel HT 2 features a lightweight carbon frame with progressive, size-specific Proportional Response geometry. With a 110mm RockShox SID, Stan’s Crest S2 rims and Shimano’s Deore 12-speed group, this hardtail is the perfect choice for riders who demand speed, control, and capability in equal measure.
What it's forHigh speed XC and Marathon racing. Chasing podiums and PRs.
Highlights
- Lightweight carbon frame with progressive, size-specific XC geometry
- Deore M6100 – sharp, reliable shifting from Shimano’s workhorse 12-speed group
- RockShox SID fork with TwistLoc remote. 110mm travel XC race legend
- 4-piston Shimano Deore hydraulic discs offer powerful, controllable braking
- Stan’s NoTubes Crest S2 rims with Maxxis Rekon Race/Aspen Race WT tires
- RaceFace Ride 2-bolt seatpost. Light, simple, durable
SPECIFICATIONS
Frame
Scalpel HT Carbon, Proportional Response Design, PF30-83, tapered head tube, 55mm chainline, Speed Release 12mm thru axle w/UDH hanger
Fork
RockShox SID, 110mm, DebonAir, 15x110mm thru-axle, tapered steerer, 44mm offset, TwistLoc Ultimate remote lockout
Headset
Integrated Sealed Bearing, Tapered
Rear Derailleur
Shimano SLX, SGS Shadow Plus
Shifters
Shimano Deore M6100, 12-speed
Chain
Shimano Deore M6100, 12-Speed
Crank
Shimano SLX M7120, 55mm chainline, 32T
Rear Cogs
Shimano Deore M6100, 10-51, 12-speed
Bottom Bracket
PF30 83A to 24mm thread together BB
Brakes
Shimano Deore M6100 4-piston hydraulic disc, 180/160mm RT64 rotors
Brake Levers
Shimano Deore M6100 hydraulic disc
Rims
Stan's NoTubes Crest S2, 32h, tubeless ready
Spokes
DT Swiss Champion
Hubs
(F) Formula CL-811, 15x110mm
(R) Shimano MT410, 12x148mm, MicroSpline, centerlockTires
(F) Maxxis Rekon Race WT, 29x2.4", EXO Protection, tubeless ready
(R) Maxxis Aspen WT, 29x2.4", EXO Protection, tubeless readyHandlebar
Cannondale 2 Flat, butted 2014 Alloy, 31.8mm, 3° rise, 8° sweep, 760mm
Stem
Cannondale C2, 6061 Alloy, 31.8, 7°
Grips
SRAM Silicone
Saddle
Cannondale Scoop Shallow Elite, cro-mo rails
Seatpost
RaceFace Ride, 27.2, 400mm
Please Note:
- Based on component availability and other factors, specifications are subject to change without notice.
- Promotional coupons are not redeemable against Cannondale Sales.

