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Cannondale 27.5 Scalpel Si AL 5 2017

2017 Mountain
Estimate price | 2,799$
Weight | 12.56 kg
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Cannondale 27.5 Scalpel Si Al 5 2017

Bike details

Overview

Key information split into simple groups.

Bike summary

  • Category
  • Frame Aluminum
  • Wheels 27.5"
  • Travel Front 100mm
  • Travel Rear 100mm
  • Fork Cannondale Lefty
  • Groupset GX, XT
  • Suspension Full
  • Drivetrain 2 × 11
  • Brakes Hydraulic Disc

Parts list

Components

Main components, grouped by system.

Bike components

Frame

Frame

SmartForm C1 alloy

Suspension Fork

Lefty 2.0 alloy OPI, 2 spring, 100 millimeters

Rear Shock

RockShox Monarch RL, 100mm

Drivetrain

Rear Derailleur

SRAM GX, 11-speed

Front Derailleur

Shimano XT, side swing

Shift Levers

SRAM S Series, 2 x 11

Cassette

SRAM PG-1130, 11-speed, 11-42

Crank

Cannondale Si, BB30, 36/26 CNC rings

Bottom Bracket

Cannondale alloy pressfit 30

Chain

SRAM 11-speed

Pedals

Sold separately

Wheels

Front Hub

Lefty 60

Rear Hub

Formula DHT-142 x 12

Rims

Stan's NoTubes Crest S1, 32h, tubeless-ready

Tires

Schwalbe Racing Ralph Performance, folding

Brakes

Brakes

Shimano Deore MT500, 180/160mm Hydraulic Disc Brake

Brake Levers

Shimano Deore MT500

Cockpit

Stem

Cannondale C3, 6061 alloy, 1.5 in., 31.8, -5 degree

Handlebar

Cannondale C2 flat, butted AL2014 alloy, 760mm

Headset

Cannondale HeadShok Si

Seat

Saddle

Prologo K3

Seatpost

Cannondale C3, micro adjust, 6061 alloy, 31.6 x 350mm (XS,S,M) 400mm (L,X)

About this model

27.5 Scalpel Si AL 5 belongs to the Cannondale Scalpel model. There are 76 bikes that carry this model name.

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 Crosscountry bikes

If you want to purchase a solid Crosscountry bike, it is important to know that the average cost 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.

At the moment of the release date, Cannondale 27.5 Scalpel Si AL 5 price was 2799$. Comparing this to the average Crosscountry bike price, we see that the price is 46.93% more expensive.

Crosscountry bikes average weight

Crosscountry bikes have an average weight of 12.4 kg (27.34 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.

slightly heavier than average, 27.5 Scalpel Si AL 5 has a weight of 12.56 kg (27.69 lbs). In other words, this model is 1.29% heavier than the average Crosscountry bike.

27.5 Scalpel Si AL 5 components

Fork

The 27.5 Scalpel Si AL 5 comes factory-installed with the Cannondale Lefty fork. This has a travel range of 100mm. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. In short, make sure you choose one with a decent fork when you purchase your dream bike.

Fork material

When it comes to the fork, this bike has an aluminum one, so there won’t be much extra weight added to the bike. However, they are not so stiff as carbon forks are.

Rear Shock

From the factory, it comes with the RockShox Monarch RL rear shock model, which has a travel of 100mm. Rear shocks give you increased comfort, control, and traction, which is important when cornering or braking. This allows you to ride faster on bumpy roads. In conclusion, to increase your riding experience, get a bike with a rear shock if possible.

Wheels size

The wheels on 27.5 Scalpel Si AL 5 are the 27.5″ aluminum type. The 27.5″ wheels are a great choice for smaller riders. However, the 27.5″ wheels are less forgiving than the 29″ wheels.

Brakes

Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Cannondale 27.5 Scalpel Si AL 5 is equipped with Hydraulic Disc brakes. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.

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.