Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Travel Rear 100mm -
Fork Cannondale Lefty
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Groupset GX, XT -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 2 × 11 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Scalpel-Si, 100mm, SmarFormed Alloy, Zero Pivot seatstay, PF30, 1.5 Si head tube, Ai Offset
Suspension Fork
Lefty 2.0, 100mm, PBR Isolated Damper Technology with XC+ tune and updated controls, 55mm offset
Rear Shock
RockShox Monarch RL, 100mm
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM GX, 11-speed
Front Derailleur
Shimano XT M8000, 11-speed
Shift Levers
SRAM S Series, 2x11
Cassette
SRAM PG-1130, 11-speed, 11-42
Crank
Cannondale Si, BB30, 36/26 CNC Rings
Bottom Bracket
Cannondale Alloy PressFit30
Chain
SRAM 11-speed
Pedals
N/A
Wheels
Front Hub
Lefty 60 front, Formula DHT-142x12, (Ai Offset dish - Rear)
Rear Hub
Lefty 60 front, Formula DHT-142x12, (Ai Offset dish - Rear)
Rims
Stan's ZTR Rapid 29, 32 hole
Spokes
DT-Swiss Champion (Ai Offset dish - Rear)
Tires
Schwalbe Racing Ralph Performance, 29x2.25", folding
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano Deore M506 hydraulic disc, 180/160mm
Brake Levers
Shimano Deore M506
Cockpit
Stem
Cannondale C1, 6061 Alloy, 1.5", 31.8, -5 deg.
Handlebar
Cannondale C2 Butted AL2014 Alloy, 760mm
Grips
Cannondale X1 Single Lock Grips
Headset
Cannondale HeadShok Si
Seat
Saddle
Prologo K3
Seatpost
Cannondale C3, Micro Adjust, 6061 Alloy, 31.6x350mm (S,M) 400mm (L,X)
About this model
Scalpel-Si 5 is part of the Cannondale Scalpel Si model. There are 69 bikes that carry this model name. Check out the entire range from 2017 of this model, by clicking this link.
Model range prices
Cannondale Scalpel-Si 5 2017 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 3000$. On the other hand, Cannondale Scalpel-Si Black Inc. 2017, is the most expensive and costs 12790$.
Safety
When you go for a ride, don’t forget to put your helmet on. Moreover, ride with traffic, not against it. This will help you stay visible to drivers and also makes it easier for them to see you.
Crosscountry bikes average price
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Crosscountry bike is 1905$. However, even though the average price of a Crosscountry bike is lower, you might still be able to get a top-quality bike. In short, before purchasing your ideal bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
This bike was released in 2017 and its price was 3000$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Scalpel-Si 5 price is 57.48% more expensive than the average cost of a Crosscountry bike.
Scalpel-Si 5 components
Fork
The fork installed on this bike is the Cannondale Lefty model. The travel on this model is 100mm. Bike forks absorb the shocks and give you a smooth and pleasant ride. In short, you should always ensure you have a good fork when purchasing a bike.
Rear Shock
The Scalpel-Si 5 has a rear shock with a travel of 100mm. The model RockShox Monarch RL is the one installed in this bike. 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 size
The Scalpel-Si 5 2017 bike is equipped with 29″ aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. With 29″ wheels, bumps will feel lighter and you’ll gain more speed on descends, compared to smaller wheel-sized bikes. However, 29″ wheels will make your bike react slower to obstacles you may encounter.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Cannondale Scalpel-Si 5 has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. Hydraulic disc brakes are perfect for mountain biking, road cycling, and commuting. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
Sizes
This bike has one size only, so it might not fit you. In short, make sure you double-check if it fits you.