Cannondale Scalpel-Si Carbon 3 2018
2018 Mountain
Estimate price |
5,399$
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Carbon -
Wheels 27.5" / 29" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Travel Rear 100mm -
Fork Cannondale Lefty
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Groupset XTR -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 1 × 11 -
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-Si, 100mm, BallisTec Carbon, Zero Pivot seatstay, Carbon Link, PF30, 1.5 Si head tube, Ai Offset
Suspension Fork
Lefty 2.0, 2Spring, 100mm, XLR Isolated Damper Technology with XC+ tune and XLoc Full Sprint remote, 55mm offset (29), 50mm offset (27.5)
Rear Shock
RockShox Monarch XX, 100mm, Full Sprint remote
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XTR Shadow Plus, 11-speed
Shift Levers
Shimano XT, 11-speed
Cassette
Shimano XT, 11-42, 11-speed
Crank
Cannondale HollowGram Si, BB30 w/ Ai SpideRing, X-Sync®, 32t
Bottom Bracket
Cannondale Alloy PressFit30
Chain
Shimano HG601, 11-speed
Pedals
Not included
Wheels
Front Hub
C-Zero Straight Pull, Lefty 60 front, 39-point engagement rear, 142x12, 28h (Ai Offset dish - Rear)
Rear Hub
C-Zero Straight Pull, Lefty 60 front, 39-point engagement rear, 142x12, 28h (Ai Offset dish - Rear)
Rims
Stan's NoTubes CREST MK3, 32 hole, tubeless ready
Spokes
Grand Forza Double Butted (Ai Offset dish - Rear)
Tires
Schwalbe Racing Ralph EVO Snakeskin, 29x2.25", folding, Tubeless Ready
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano XT hydro disc, 160/160mm
Brake Levers
Shimano XT hydro disc
Cockpit
Stem
Cannondale C1, 7075 Alloy, 31.8, -5°
Handlebar
Cannondale C1 flat, Carbon, 760mm
Grips
Cannondale Locking Grips
Headset
Cannondale HeadShok Si
Seat
Saddle
Prologo Zero II STN
Seatpost
Cannondale C2 Carbon, Micro Adjust, 31.6x350mm (XS,S,M) 400mm (L,X)
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
About this model
Scalpel-Si Carbon 3 belongs to the Cannondale Scalpel Si model. Cannondale launched 69 bikes of this model so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2018, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
Cannondale Scalpel-Si 5 2018 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 2799$. Cannondale Scalpel-Si Black Inc. 2018 on the other hand costs 11999$, and is the most expensive model.
Safety
Take safety seriously when you ride your bike, and always wear your helmet. Moreover, don’t ride on the sidewalk. This is actually against the law in some states and can be dangerous for both you and pedestrians.
Average price for Crosscountry bikes
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Crosscountry bike is 1905$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Crosscountry bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 5399$. Comparing this to the average Crosscountry bike price, we see that the price is 183.41% higher.
Scalpel-Si Carbon 3 components
Fork
This bike has the Cannondale Lefty fork installed. The fork’s travel is 100mm. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. In short, you should always ensure you have a good fork when purchasing a bike.
Rear Shock
Cannondale Scalpel-Si Carbon 3 bike has the RockShox Monarch XX model installed, and 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. To sum up, get a full-suspension bike if you want the smoothest rides.
Wheels
The Scalpel-Si Carbon 3 2018 bike is equipped with 27.5″ aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. 27.5″ wheels will reach higher speeds than smaller-sized wheels. However, these wheels have a slower top speed if you compare them to 29″ wheels.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The Scalpel-Si Carbon 3 has Hydraulic Disc brakes. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.
Sizes
Scalpel-Si Carbon 3 comes in 4 sizes, that range from 158 cm – 199 cm (5.18 ft – 6.53 ft). In conclusion, you won’t have a problem finding one that suits you.