Cannondale Synapse Carbon Disc Tiagra 2020
2020 Road
Estimate price |
2,100$
Weight | 9.4 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Tiagra, FSA -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 2 × 10 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
48cm
157cm - 167cm
51cm
165cm - 175cm
54cm
170cm - 180cm
56cm
175cm - 185cm
58cm
182cm - 193cm
61cm
190cm - 203cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
BallisTec Carbon, Di2 ready, SAVE, BB30a, flat mount, 12mm thru axle, internal cable routing, removable fender bridge, Di2 ready, SAVE, BB30a, Flat mount, 12mm thru axle, Internal cable routing, Removable fender bridge
Suspension Fork
BallisTec Carbon, SAVE, integrated crown race, 12x100mm thru-axle, internal routing, size-specific design - 44-48: 1 1/8" steerer, 60mm rake 51-54: 1-1/8" - 1-1/4" tapered steerer, 55mm rake 56-61: 1-1/8" - 1-3/8" tapered steerer, 45mm rake
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Tiagra GS
Front Derailleur
Shimano Tiagra, braze-on
Shift Levers
Shimano Tiagra hydro disc, 2x10
Cassette
Shimano HG500, 11-34, 10-speed
Crank
FSA Omega Alloy, 50/34
Bottom Bracket
Cannondale Alloy PressFit30
Chain
KMC X10EL, 10-speed
Pedals
Not Included
Wheels
Front Hub
Formula CL-712, 12x100mm centerlock
Rear Hub
Formula RXC-400, 12x142 centerlock
Rims
RD 2.0, 28h
Spokes
Stainless steel, 14g
Tires
Vittoria Zaffiro, 700 x 28c
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano Tiagra hydro disc, 160/160mm RT10 rotors
Brake Levers
Shimano Tiagra hydro disc
Cockpit
Stem
Cannondale 4, 6061 alloy, 31.8, 7°
Handlebar
6061 alloy, Compact
Grips
Cannondale Grip Bar Tape w/Gel, 3.5mm
Headset
Synapse, 1-1/4" lower bearing, 25mm top cap
Seat
Saddle
Fabric Scoop Shallow Sport, steel rails
Seatpost
6061 Alloy, 25.4 x 350mm (44-56), 400mm (58-61)
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 44cm | 48cm | 51cm | 54cm | 56cm | 58cm | 61cm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.39 mm | 1.42 mm | 1.45 mm | 1.49 mm | 1.52 mm | 1.55 mm | 1.59 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 270 mm | 270 mm | 270 mm | 272 mm | 272 mm | 275 mm | 275 mm |
| Front Center | 591 mm | 598 mm | 596 mm | 609 mm | 596 mm | 609 mm | 627 mm |
| Rake | 60 mm | 60 mm | 55 mm | 55 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm |
| Trail | 60 mm | 56 mm | 56 mm | 56 mm | 58 mm | 58 mm | 58 mm |
| Stack | 514 mm | 534 mm | 554 mm | 574 mm | 594 mm | 614 mm | 644 mm |
| Reach | 369 mm | 375 mm | 381 mm | 386 mm | 390 mm | 397 mm | 406 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 509 mm | 521 mm | 535 mm | 551 mm | 565 mm | 583 mm | 608 mm |
| Seat Tube Length | 370 mm | 407 mm | 443 mm | 480 mm | 520 mm | 550 mm | 590 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70.2 ° | 70.8 ° | 71.7 ° | 71.7 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 103 mm | 122 mm | 137 mm | 161 mm | 173 mm | 197 mm | 229 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 414 mm | 414 mm | 414 mm | 414 mm | 414 mm | 414 mm | 414 mm |
| Wheelbase | 993 mm | 1000 mm | 998 mm | 1012 mm | 999 mm | 1013 mm | 1032 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 75 mm | 75 mm | 75 mm | 73 mm | 73 mm | 70 mm | 70 mm |
| Standover Height | 684 mm | 716 mm | 746 mm | 777 mm | 808 mm | 837 mm | 872 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
About this model
Synapse Carbon Disc Tiagra is part of the Cannondale Synapse model. Cannondale released 194 bikes variations of this model so far. You can easily view all of the Cannondale Synapse bikes models from 2020, here.
Model range prices
Cannondale Synapse Disc Sora 2020 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 1150$. On the other hand, Cannondale Synapse Hi MOD Red eTap AXS 2020, is the most expensive and costs 10000$.
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.
Endurance bikes average price
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Endurance bike is 2346$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Endurance bike. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 2100$. In conclusion, this bike price is 11.71% smaller than the price of the average Endurance bike.
Average weight for Endurance bikes
If we make a quick analysis of the average weight of an Endurance bike, we get 8.2 kg (18.08 lbs). A lighter bike will give you some extra advantage when climbing. A heavier bike will have more speed for descents.
Cannondale Synapse Carbon Disc Tiagra it’s weighing 9.4 kg (20.72 lbs). At this weight, is considerably heavier than average. To sum up, it’s 14.63% heavier than the average weight of Endurance bikes.
Internal Cable Routing
It’s also important to mention the internal cable routing that this bike has. In short, this will allow you to keep your bike cables in great condition. Say goodbye to hanging cables.
Synapse Carbon Disc Tiagra components
Fork material
The fork is made out of carbon, so, its weight is considerably lighter than one made out of steel. However, they cost a bit more than steel forks.
Wheels
The wheels on Synapse Carbon Disc Tiagra are the 700c aluminum type. These wheels are the most used kind for road bikes in general. However, while they give you great speed and control, these wheels are not so bump-friendly.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Cannondale Synapse Carbon Disc Tiagra 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.