Cannondale Synapse AL Disc Tiagra 2018
2018 Road
Estimate price |
1,365$
Weight | 10.02 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Tiagra, FSA -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 2 × 10 -
Brakes Mechanical Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
SmartForm C2 alloy
Suspension Fork
Synapse SAVE Disc asymmetric, carbon blades, 1-1/8" - 1-1/4" tapered steerer, flat mount
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Tiagra GS
Front Derailleur
Shimano Tiagra, braze-on
Shift Levers
Shimano Tiagra
Cassette
Shimano HG500, 11-34, 10-speed
Crank
FSA Omega, BB30, 50/34t
Bottom Bracket
FSA Cartridge
Chain
KMC X10EL, 10-speed
Pedals
Sold separately
Wheels
Front Hub
Formula DC-1420
Rear Hub
DC-1422
Rims
RD 3.0 Disc, 28h
Tires
Vittoria Zaffiro 700x28c
Brakes
Brakes
Promax DSK 718R, dual side-pull, flat mount, cable disc, 160/160mm rotors Mechanical Disc Brake
Brake Levers
Shimano Tiagra
Cockpit
Stem
Cannondale C4, 31.8, 6 deg.
Handlebar
Cannondale C4 Compact, 6061 alloy
Headset
FSA Integrated, 1-1/4" lower bearing, 25mm top cap
Seat
Saddle
Cannondale Stage Ergo Women's
Seatpost
Cannondale C4, 6061 Alloy, 25.4x350mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 44cm | 48cm | 51cm | 54cm |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.397 mm | 1.429 mm | 1.482 mm | 1.488 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 309 mm | 309 mm | 309 mm | 309 mm |
| Front Center | 73 mm | 74 mm | 75 mm | 74 mm |
| Rake | 6 mm | 6 mm | 6 mm | 5 mm |
| Trail | 100 mm | 96 mm | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74.7 ° | 74.6 ° | 74.3 ° | 73.9 ° |
| Head Tube Angle | 70.2 ° | 70.8 ° | 71 ° | 71.9 ° |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 27 mm | 27 mm | 27 mm | 27 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
About this model
Synapse AL Disc Tiagra belongs to the Cannondale Synapse model. There are 194 bikes that carry this model name. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2018, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
Cannondale Synapse Disc Women’s Sora 2018 is the cheapest bike model and costs 999$. Cannondale Synapse Hi-MOD Disc Dura-Ace Di2 2018 is the most expensive one and costs 9999$.
Safety
Your safety is a top priority so always wear a helmet when you ride your bike. Moreover, wear the right clothing. You want to be visible to other drivers, so avoid wearing dark clothing.
Average price for Endurance bikes
According to our calculations, the average cost of an Endurance bike that is reliable is 2346$. However, you could also get a good Endurance bike even if you pay a lower amount than the average price. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2018 for 1365$. Comparing the average cost of an Endurance bike to this one, you will see that Synapse AL Disc Tiagra price is 71.87% smaller.
Endurance bikes average weight
Endurance bikes have an average weight of 8.2 kg (18.08 lbs). You will have a greater advantage on climbs if your bike is easier than the average. On descents, however, a heavier bike will give you extra speed.
much heavier than average, Synapse AL Disc Tiagra has a weight of 10.02 kg (22.09 lbs). To sum up, it’s 22.2% heavier than the average weight of Endurance bikes.
Synapse AL Disc Tiagra 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
As for the wheels, Cannondale Synapse AL Disc Tiagra 2018, has a 700c aluminum model. There is no doubt, that 700c wheels are very popular on all road bike models. However, these wheels don’t perform so well when passing over obstacles.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Cannondale Synapse AL Disc Tiagra is equipped with Mechanical Disc brakes. They deliver good performance and cost less than hydraulic disk brakes. However, with hydraulic disk brakes, you have the ultimate braking power!