Cannondale Synapse Carbon Tiagra 2021
2021 Road
Estimate price |
2,400$
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, 12x142mm 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 Full Carbon, integrated crown race, SAVE, size-specific design, 12x100mm thru-axle, internal routing
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Tiagra GS
Front Derailleur
Shimano Tiagra, braze-on
Shift Levers
Shimano Tiagra hydraulic disc, 10-speed
Cassette
Shimano HG500, 11-34, 10-speed
Crank
FSA Omega Alloy, 50/34
Bottom Bracket
FSA Cartridge
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 30c
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano Tiagra hydraulic disc, 160/160mm rotors
Brake Levers
Shimano Tiagra hydraulic disc
Cockpit
Stem
Cannondale 4, 6061 Alloy, 31.8, 7°
Handlebar
Cannondale 4, 6061 alloy, Compact
Grips
Cannondale Bar Tape, 3.5mm
Headset
Synapse Carbon, integrated, 1-1/8" - 1-1/8" (48cm), 1-1/8" - 1-1/4" (51-54cm), 1-1/8" - 1-3/8" (56-61cm)
Seat
Saddle
Fizik Aliante Delta, S-alloy rails
Seatpost
Cannondale 4, 6061 Alloy, 25.4 x 300mm (48-51), 350mm (54-56), 400mm (58-61)
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 48cm | 51cm | 54cm | 56cm | 58cm | 61cm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.42 mm | 1.45 mm | 1.48 mm | 1.52 mm | 1.54 mm | 1.58 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 270 mm | 270 mm | 272 mm | 272 mm | 275 mm | 275 mm |
| Front Center | 598 mm | 596 mm | 609 mm | 596 mm | 609 mm | 627 mm |
| Rake | 60 mm | 55 mm | 55 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm |
| Trail | 56 mm | 56 mm | 56 mm | 58 mm | 58 mm | 58 mm |
| Stack | 537 mm | 557 mm | 577 mm | 597 mm | 617 mm | 647 mm |
| Reach | 378 mm | 384 mm | 389 mm | 393 mm | 400 mm | 409 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 524 mm | 538 mm | 554 mm | 568 mm | 586 mm | 611 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74.6 ° | 74.3 ° | 73.9 ° | 73.5 ° | 73 ° | 72.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 407 mm | 443 mm | 480 mm | 520 mm | 550 mm | 590 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70.8 ° | 71.7 ° | 71.7 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 122 mm | 137 mm | 161 mm | 173 mm | 197 mm | 229 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 417 mm | 417 mm | 417 mm | 417 mm | 417 mm | 417 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1003 mm | 1001 mm | 1015 mm | 1002 mm | 1016 mm | 1035 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 75 mm | 75 mm | 73 mm | 73 mm | 70 mm | 70 mm |
| Standover Height | 719 mm | 749 mm | 780 mm | 811 mm | 840 mm | 875 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
| Rider Min Height | 157 cm | 165 cm | 170 cm | 175 cm | 182 cm | 190 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 167 cm | 175 cm | 180 cm | 185 cm | 193 cm | 203 cm |
Model Overview
Synapse Carbon Tiagra is a Cannondale Synapse model. Cannondale released 194 bikes variations of this model so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2021, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Cannondale Synapse Disc Women’s Sora 2021 has a starting price of 1200$. Cannondale Synapse Carbon Hi-MOD Red eTap AXS 2021 on the other hand is the most expensive at 10000$.
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.
Average price for Endurance bikes
If you want an acceptable Endurance bike you should know that the average price is 2346$. However, you could also get a good Endurance bike even if you pay a lower amount than the average price. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
This bike was released in 2021 and its price was 2400$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Synapse Carbon Tiagra price is 2.3% more expensive than the average cost of an Endurance bike.
Endurance bikes average weight
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.
considerably heavier than average, Synapse Carbon Tiagra has a weight of 9.4 kg (20.72 lbs). In short, the average Endurance bike weight is 14.63% lower than this one.
Internal Cable Routing
Another thing to mention, is the internal cable routing of this bike. In conclusion, this helps you too, keep the bike cables in mint condition, and also it looks better. No more cables, surrounding the bike.
Synapse Carbon 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 size
The Synapse Carbon Tiagra 2021 bike is equipped with 700c aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. These wheels are the most used kind for road bikes in general. However, these wheels don’t perform so well when passing over obstacles.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Cannondale Synapse Carbon Tiagra has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.
Sizes
Cannondale Synapse Carbon Tiagra bike has 6 sizes, in the range of 157 cm – 203 cm (5.15 ft – 6.66 ft). In short, it won’t be difficult to find the right one for you.