Cannondale Scalpel-Si Carbon SE 2019
2019 Mountain
Estimate price |
4,725$
Weight | 12.8 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Carbon -
Wheels 29" / 29" -
Travel Front 120mm -
Travel Rear 115mm -
Fork Fox Performance Float 34
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Groupset GX Eagle, NX Eagle -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 1 × 12 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
158cm - 171cm
MD
168cm - 180cm
LG
178cm - 189cm
XL
186cm - 199cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Scalpel SE, 115mm, BallisTec Carbon, Zero-Pivot seatstay, Carbon Link, PF30, 1.5 Si head tube, Ai Offset
Suspension Fork
Fox Float Performance 34 Stepcast, 120mm, Grip Damper, sweep adjust, 3-Pos adj. 15x110, tapered steerer, 44mm (27.5) / 51mm (29) offset
Rear Shock
Fox Float DPS Performance EVOL, 115mm, 3-Pos lever
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM GX Eagle
Front Derailleur
N/A
Shift Levers
SRAM NX Eagle, 12-speed
Cassette
SRAM PG-1230, NX Eagle, 11-50, 12-speed
Crank
Truvativ Stylo 6K, 32T
Bottom Bracket
Cannondale Alloy PressFit30
Chain
SRAM NX Eagle, 12-speed
Chain Guide
N/A
Pedals
Not Included
Wheels
Front Hub
Formula 15x110 front, 12x142 rear w/ XD driver
Rear Hub
Formula 15x110 front, 12x142 rear w/ XD driver
Rims
Stan's NoTubes Arch S1, 28h, tubeless ready
Spokes
DT Swiss Competition (Ai Offset dish - rear)
Tires
Maxxis Ardent 27.5/29 x 2.4" front, 2.25" rear, EXO Protection, tubeless ready
Brakes
Brakes
SRAM Guide T hydro disc, 180/160mm Centerline rotors
Brake Levers
SRAM Guide T hydro disc
Cockpit
Stem
Cannondale C3, 6061 Alloy, 1-1/8", 31.8, 5-degree, 60mm
Handlebar
Cannondale C3 Riser, 6061 Alloy, 15mm rise, 8-degree sweep, 4-degree rise, 780mm
Grips
Cannondale Locking Grips
Headset
Tange 1.5 for Tapered Steer tubes
Seat
Saddle
Fabric Scoop Shallow Elite, cro-mo rails
Seatpost
Cannondale DownLow Dropper Post, internal routing, 31.6, 100mm (S), 125mm (M), 150mm (L-XL)
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.41 mm | 1.478 mm | 1.437 mm | 1.393 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 343 mm | 345 mm | 345 mm | 345 mm |
| Stack | 557 mm | 603 mm | 615 mm | 627 mm |
| Reach | 395 mm | 408 mm | 428 mm | 450 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 574 mm | 604 mm | 627 mm | 653 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 72 ° | 72 ° | 72 ° | 72 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 400 mm | 440 mm | 480 mm | 520 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 68.5 ° | 68.5 ° | 68.5 ° | 68.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 97 mm | 110 mm | 122 mm | 134 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 426 mm | 436 mm | 436 mm | 436 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1089 mm | 1125 mm | 1149 mm | 1176 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 12 mm | 29 mm | 29 mm | 29 mm |
| Standover Height | 741 mm | 779 mm | 785 mm | 791 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
| Rider Min Height | 158 cm | 168 cm | 178 cm | 186 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 171 cm | 180 cm | 189 cm | 199 cm |
Model Overview
Scalpel-Si Carbon SE belongs to the Cannondale Scalpel Si model. There are 69 bikes that carry this model name. Take a sneak peek at all Cannondale Scalpel Si bikes models from 2019, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Cannondale Scalpel-Si 5 2019 is the cheapest bike model and costs 3150$. Cannondale Scalpel-Si Hi-Mod World Cup 2019 is the most expensive one and costs 10500$.
Safety
Make sure you wear a helmet on every ride, and that your bike performs well. In short, this means checking the tires, brakes, and chain to make sure everything is in good working order.
Crosscountry bikes average price
If you want an acceptable Crosscountry bike you should know that the average price is 1905$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Crosscountry bike. In short, before purchasing your ideal bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
This bike was released in 2019 and its price was 4725$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Scalpel-Si Carbon SE price is 148.03% more expensive than the average cost of a Crosscountry bike.
Average weight for Crosscountry bikes
On a deeper look, we notice that the average weight of a Crosscountry bike is 12.4 kg (27.34 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.
Weighing 12.8 kg (28.22 lbs), the Scalpel-Si Carbon SE model is slightly heavier than average. To sum up, it’s 3.23% heavier than the average weight of Crosscountry bikes.
Scalpel-Si Carbon SE components
Fork
The Scalpel-Si Carbon SE comes factory-installed with the Fox Performance Float 34 fork. This has a travel range of 120mm. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. To sum up, when buying a bicycle, make sure you get a fork that is capable of delivering decent travel.
Rear Shock
From the factory, it comes with the Fox Float DPS Performance EVOL rear shock model, which has a travel of 115mm. Rear shocks offer better comfort, better traction, and better cornering. This allows for quicker riding on rough roads and trails. To sum up, always consider getting a bike that has a rear shock as well.
Wheels
When leaving the production line, the Scalpel-Si Carbon SE model has 29″ aluminum wheels. These wheels are more forgiving when you go over roots, rocks, bumps, or other obstacles you encounter on your ride. However, these wheels are not ideal for smaller people.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The Scalpel-Si Carbon SE has Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes are perfect for mountain biking, road cycling, and commuting. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
Sizes
Cannondale Scalpel-Si Carbon SE bike has 4 sizes, in the range of 158 cm – 199 cm (5.18 ft – 6.53 ft). In short, you can easily find one that suits you.
Dropper post
Cannondale Scalpel-Si Carbon SE comes with a dropper post. If you are a technical rider, a dropper post is essential. A dropper post provides increased safety while riding. The lever system, allows you to move your saddle up and down, which is very useful on climbs and descends.