Bike details
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category
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Frame Carbon
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Wheels 29"
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Travel Front 100mm
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Travel Rear 100mm
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Fork Cannondale Lefty Ocho
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Groupset GX Eagle, NX Eagle
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Suspension Full
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Drivetrain 1 × 12
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Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Recommended size guide.
XS
152cm - 159cm
SM
156cm - 165cm
MD
167cm - 175cm
Parts list
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
BallisTec Carbon, 100mm travel, Zero Pivot seatstay, Carbon Link, PF30-83, 1.5 Si head tube, Ai Offset
Suspension Fork
Lefty Ocho, 27.5/29", 100mm, Chamber Damper with cable lockout, OppO Spring System, tapered steerer, 50/55mm offset
Rear Shock
RockShox Monarch RL
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM GX Eagle
Shift Levers
SRAM NX Eagle, 12-speed
Cassette
SRAM PG-1230, NX Eagle, 11-50, 12-speed
Crank
Truvativ Stylo 6K DUB, 34T (XS, S) 32T (M), Ai offset
Bottom Bracket
SRAM DUB PF30 MTB83
Chain
SRAM NX Eagle, 12-speed
Pedals
Not Included
Wheels
Front Hub
(F) Lefty 60
Rear Hub
(R) Formula 12x142 w/ HG driver
Rims
Stan's NoTubes Crest S1, 28h, tubeless ready
Spokes
DT Swiss Competition (Ai Offset dish - rear)
Tires
(F) Schwalbe Racing Ray Performance 27.5/29 x 2.25", Addix Compound, tubeless ready(R) Schwalbe Racing Ralph Performance 27.5/29 x 2.25", Addix Compound, tubeless ready
Brakes
Brakes
SRAM Level TL hydro disc, 180/160mm Centerline rotors
Brake Levers
SRAM Level TL hydro disc
Cockpit
Stem
Cannondale 3, 6061 Alloy, 31.8, 7°
Handlebar
Cannondale 2 Flat, butted 2014 Alloy, 31.8mm, 3° rise, 8° sweep, 760mm
Grips
Cannondale Low-Profile Locking Grips
Headset
Integrated, 1-1/8 to 1.5", sealed angular contact bearings (Integrated steer stop size small only)
Seat
Saddle
Fabric Line Shallow Sport, steel rails
Seatpost
Cannondale 2, 7075 Alloy, 31.6 x 400mm
Fit data
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS | SM | MD |
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| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.429 mm | 1.351 mm | mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 333 mm | 333 mm | mm |
| Front Center | 631 mm | 653 mm | mm |
| Rake | 50 mm | 50 mm | mm |
| Trail | 75 mm | 75 mm | mm |
| Stack | 550 mm | 550 mm | mm |
| Reach | 385 mm | 407 mm | mm |
| Top Tube Length | 548 mm | 570 mm | mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 380 mm | 400 mm | mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 69.5 ° | 69.5 ° | ° |
| Head Tube Length | 97 mm | 97 mm | mm |
| Chainstay Length | 425 mm | 425 mm | mm |
| Wheelbase | 1057 mm | 1079 mm | mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 20 mm | 20 mm | mm |
| Standover Height | 715 mm | 716 mm | mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" |
| Rider Min Height | 152 cm | 156 cm | 167 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 159 cm | 165 cm | 175 cm |
Model Overview
Scalpel-Si Carbon Women’s 2 belongs to the Cannondale Scalpel Si model. Cannondale released 69 bikes variations of this model so far. Check out the entire range from 2022 of this model, by clicking this link.
Model range prices
Cannondale Scalpel-Si 6 2022 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 2653$. On the other hand, Cannondale Scalpel-Si Hi-MOD 1 2022, is the most expensive and costs 8800$.
Safety
Your safety should be the top priority when you go for a ride. In short, make sure that you always use a helmet, high visibility clothing, and proper lights when riding at night-time.
Crosscountry bikes average price
According to our calculations, the average cost of a Crosscountry bike that is reliable is 1905$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Crosscountry bike. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
Overview of components
Fork
The Scalpel-Si Carbon Women’s 2 comes factory-installed with the Cannondale Lefty Ocho 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.
Rear Shock
The Scalpel-Si Carbon Women’s 2 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, get a full-suspension bike if you want the smoothest rides.
Wheels
When leaving the production line, the Scalpel-Si Carbon Women’s 2 model has 29″ aluminum wheels. 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
Stopping the bike when needed, it’s essential for your safety. This bike 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
There are 3 sizes available for this model. Rider height can be anywhere between 152 cm – 175 cm (4.99 ft – 5.74 ft). In short, you can easily find one that suits you.
