Cannondale Synapse Disc Women’s Sora 2021
2021 Road
Estimate price |
1,200$
Weight | 9.6 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Sora, FSA -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 2 × 9 -
Brakes Mechanical Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
SmartForm C2 Alloy, SAVE, BB30, internal cable routing, flat mount, SAVE, BB30, Internal cable routing, Flat mount
Suspension Fork
Full Carbon, SAVE, internal routing, 1-1/8" - 1 1/4" tapered steerer, flat mount, 55mm rake, 12x100 thru axle
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Sora GS
Front Derailleur
Shimano Sora, braze-on
Shift Levers
Shimano Sora, 2x9
Cassette
Shimano HG400, 11-34, 9-speed
Crank
FSA Vero alloy, 50/34
Bottom Bracket
FSA Cartridge
Chain
KMC Z9, 9-speed
Wheels
Front Hub
Formula CRX-512 12x100
Rear Hub
Alloy, sealed loose ball bearing, QR
Rims
RD, 28h
Spokes
Stainless steel, 14g
Tires
Vittoria Zaffiro, 700 x 28c
Brakes
Brakes
Promax Decoder R cable actuated disc, 160/160mm rotors
Brake Levers
Shimano Sora
Cockpit
Stem
Cannondale 4, 6061 alloy, 31.8, 7°
Handlebar
6061 alloy, Compact
Grips
Cannondale Grip Bar Tape w/Gel, 3.5mm
Headset
FSA Sealed Bearing, Integrated, 1-1/4"-1-1/8"
Seat
Saddle
Cannondale Stage Ergo Women's
Seatpost
Alloy Micro Adjust, 15mm setback, 27.2 x 350mm
About this model
Synapse Disc Women’s Sora is part of the Cannondale Synapse model. Cannondale launched 194 bikes of this model so far. Check out the entire range from 2021 of this model, by clicking this link.
Model range prices
Cannondale Synapse Disc Women’s Sora 2021 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 1200$. On the other hand, Cannondale Synapse Carbon Hi-MOD Red eTap AXS 2021, is the most expensive and costs 10000$.
Safety
Take safety seriously when you ride your bike, and always wear your helmet. Moreover, don’t ride on the sidewalk. This is actually against the law in some states and can be dangerous for both you and pedestrians.
Average price for Endurance bikes
If you want to purchase a solid Endurance bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 2346$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Endurance bike. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
This bike was released in 2021 and its price was 1200$. If we compare this with the average Endurance bike cost we notice that the price is 95.5% smaller.
Endurance bikes average weight
On a deeper look, we notice that the average weight of an Endurance bike is 8.2 kg (18.08 lbs). Having an easier bike than average will give you a great advantage on climbs. However, a heavier bike will gain more speed on descends.
Synapse Disc Women’s Sora weighs 9.6 kg (21.16 lbs) and is much heavier than the average. In other words, this model is 17.07% heavier than the average Endurance bike.
Internal Cable Routing
This bike has an internal cable routing. As a result, this helps to preserve the bike’s cables. No more cables around your bike.
Overview of components
Fork material
The fork on this bike is made out of carbon, so, it won’t add up to much weight to your bike. However, the price you have to pay for a carbon fork is considerably higher.
Wheels size
As for the wheels, Cannondale Synapse Disc Women’s Sora 2021, has a 700c aluminum model. These are the most popular wheels for road, aero, gravel, cyclocross, race, and gravel bikes. However, while they give you great speed and control, these wheels are not so bump-friendly.
Brakes
Stopping the bike when needed, it’s essential for your safety. This bike has Mechanical Disc brakes. They deliver good performance and cost less than hydraulic disk brakes. However, performance-wise there is room for improvement.
Sizes
This bike has one size only, so it might not fit you. In conclusion, double-check its size to make sure it’s a good fit for you.