Cannondale Scalpel Carbon Women’s SE 2021
2021 Mountain
Estimate price |
4,100$
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 120mm -
Travel Rear 120mm -
Fork RockShox SID Select
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Groupset SX Eagle, Truvativ Stylo -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 1 × 12 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
158cm - 170cm
MD
168cm - 179cm
LG
176cm - 187cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
All-New, 120mm travel, BallisTec Carbon, Proportional Response Tuned, FlexPivot Chainstay, PF30-83, Tapered Headtube,Speed Release 12mm thru axle, Ai Offset, Stash compatible
Suspension Fork
RockShox SID Select, 120mm, Debonair, 15x110mm thru-axle, tapered steerer, 44mm offset
Rear Shock
RockShox SIDLuxe Select+, 2-Pos mode adjust, adjustable rebound
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM SX Eagle
Shift Levers
SRAM SX Eagle, 12-speed
Cassette
SRAM PG-1230, NX Eagle, 11-50, 12-speed
Crank
Truvativ Stylo 6K DUB, 32T, Ai offset
Bottom Bracket
SRAM DUB PF30 MTB83
Chain
SRAM SX Eagle, 12-speed
Pedals
Not included
Wheels
Front Hub
Shimano Deore 15x110
Rear Hub
Shimano Deore, 12x148
Rims
Stan's NoTubes Crest S1, 32h, tubeless ready
Spokes
Stainless Steel, 14g
Tires
(F) Maxxis Ardent Race, 29 x 2.35", EXO Protection, tubeless ready (R) Maxxis Recon Race, 29 x 2.25", EXO Protection, tubeless ready
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano MT500 hydraulic disc, 180/160mm RT54 rotors
Brake Levers
Shimano MT500 hydraulic disc
Cockpit
Stem
Cannondale 3, 6061 Alloy, 31.8, 7°
Handlebar
Cannondale riser, butted 6061 Alloy, 31.8mm, 5° rise, 9° sweep, 760mm
Grips
ESI Racer's Edge Silicone Grips, 30mm dia.
Headset
Integrated Sealed Bearing, Tapered
Seat
Saddle
Fabric Line Shallow Sport, 142mm width, steel rails
Seatpost
Cannondale DownLow Dropper, internal routing, 31.6, 100mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" |
| Rider Min Height | 158 cm | 168 cm | 176 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 170 cm | 179 cm | 187 cm |
About this model
Scalpel Carbon Women’s SE belongs to the Cannondale Scalpel model. Cannondale launched 76 bikes of this model so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2021, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
Cannondale Scalpel Carbon SE 2 2021 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 4000$. On the other hand, Cannondale Scalpel Hi-MOD Ultimate 2021, is the most expensive and costs 13000$.
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.
Average price for Trail bikes
If you want to purchase a solid Trail bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 2762$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Trail bike. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2021 for 4100$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Scalpel Carbon Women’s SE price is 48.44% higher than the average cost of a Trail bike.
Overview of components
Fork
Cannondale Scalpel Carbon Women’s SE 2021 bike is equipped with the RockShox SID Select fork, and has 120mm travel. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. In short, you should always ensure you have a good fork when purchasing a bike.
Rear Shock
As for the rear shock, this bike has the RockShox SIDLuxe Select+ model, with a travel of 120mm. Rear shocks offer better comfort, better traction, and better cornering. This allows for quicker riding on rough roads and trails. To sum up, get a full-suspension bike if you want the smoothest rides.
Wheels
When leaving the production line, the Scalpel Carbon Women’s 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, the 29″ wheels will add a little more weight to the bike itself.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Cannondale Scalpel Carbon Women’s SE has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.
Sizes
This bike is available in 3 sizes. They vary from 158 cm – 187 cm (5.18 ft – 6.14 ft). In short, it won’t be difficult to find the right one for you.
Dropper post
Cannondale Scalpel Carbon Women’s SE includes a dropper post. A dropper post is a must-have these days if you’re riding anything remotely technical. The main benefit of a dropper post is increased safety while riding. As mentioned above, the lever system allows you to quickly move the saddle out of the way when approaching descents or trail obstacles.