Cannondale Synapse Disc Tiagra 2020
Bike details
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum
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Wheels 700c
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Groupset Tiagra, FSA
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Suspension Rigid
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Drivetrain 2 × 10
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Brakes Mechanical Disc
Parts list
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
SmartForm C2 Alloy, SAVE, BB30, internal cable routing, flat mount, SAVE, BB30, Internal cable routing, Flat mount
Suspension Fork
Full Carbon, SAVE, internal routing, 1-1/8" - 1 1/4" tapered steerer, flat mount, 55mm rake, 12x100 thru axle
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Tiagra GS
Front Derailleur
Shimano Tiagra, braze-on
Shift Levers
Shimano Tiagra, 2x10
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 CRX-512, 12x100
Rear Hub
Formula DC-1422, QR
Rims
RD 3.0, 28h
Spokes
Stainless steel, 14g
Tires
Vittoria Zaffiro, 700 x 28c
Brakes
Brakes
Promax Decoder R cable actuated disc, 160/160mm rotors
Brake Levers
Shimano Tiagra
Cockpit
Stem
Cannondale 4, 6061 alloy, 31.8, 7°
Handlebar
6061 alloy, Compact
Grips
Cannondale Grip Bar Tape w/Gel, 3.5mm
Headset
FSA Sealed Bearing, Integrated, 1-1/4"-1-1/8"
Seat
Saddle
Cannondale Stage Ergo
Seatpost
6061 alloy, 25.4 x 350mm
Fit data
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 44cm | 48cm | 51cm | 54cm | 56cm | 58cm | 61cm |
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| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.397 mm | 1.429 mm | 1.463 mm | 1.488 mm | 1.514 mm | 1.546 mm | 1.586 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 270 mm | 270 mm | 270 mm | 272 mm | 272 mm | 275 mm | 275 mm |
| Front Center | 591 mm | 598 mm | 608 mm | 602 mm | 612 mm | 622 mm | 638 mm |
| Rake | 60 mm | 60 mm | 60 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm |
| Trail | 60 mm | 57 mm | 55 mm | 60 mm | 59 mm | 58 mm | 56 mm |
| Stack | 510 mm | 530 mm | 550 mm | 570 mm | 589 mm | 609 mm | 639 mm |
| Reach | 365 mm | 371 mm | 376 mm | 383 mm | 389 mm | 394 mm | 403 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 505 mm | 517 mm | 531 mm | 547 mm | 563 mm | 580 mm | 604 mm |
| Seat Tube Length | 400 mm | 422 mm | 443 mm | 480 mm | 520 mm | 550 mm | 590 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70.2 ° | 70.8 ° | 71 ° | 71.9 ° | 72.1 ° | 72.3 ° | 72.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 104 mm | 123 mm | 143 mm | 159 mm | 178 mm | 202 mm | 232 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 413 mm | 413 mm | 413 mm | 413 mm | 413 mm | 413 mm | 413 mm |
| Wheelbase | 992 mm | 999 mm | 1010 mm | 1004 mm | 1014 mm | 1025 mm | 1041 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 75 mm | 75 mm | 75 mm | 73 mm | 73 mm | 70 mm | 70 mm |
| Standover Height | 680 mm | 701 mm | 722 mm | 755 mm | 787 mm | 816 mm | 851 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
Model Overview
Synapse Disc Tiagra completes the Cannondale Synapse model. There are 194 bikes that carry this model name. 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
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 Endurance bikes
According to our calculations, the average cost of an Endurance bike that is reliable is 2346$. However, even though the average price of an Endurance bike is lower, you might still be able to get a top-quality bike. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2020 for 1400$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Synapse Disc Tiagra price is 67.57% smaller than the average cost of an Endurance bike.
Average weight for Endurance bikes
Endurance bikes have an average weight of 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.
With a weight of 10.4 kg (22.93 lbs), Cannondale bike is much heavier than average. In other words, this model is 26.83% heavier than the average Endurance bike.
Internal Cable Routing
Moreover, this bike comes with internal cable routing allowing you to keep the cables in a good condition. It also makes it look more professional.
Synapse Disc Tiagra components
Fork material
When it comes to the fork, this bike has a carbon one, so, it won’t add up to much weight to your bike. However, the price you have to pay for a carbon fork is considerably higher.
Wheels
When leaving the production line, the Synapse Disc Tiagra model has 700c aluminum wheels. There is no doubt, that 700c wheels are very popular on all road bike models. However, while they give you great speed and control, these wheels are not so bump-friendly.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The Synapse Disc Tiagra comes with Mechanical Disc brakes. They deliver good performance and cost less than hydraulic disk brakes. However, they don’t have the stopping power of hydraulic brakes.
