Cannondale Synapse Sora 2021
2021 Road
Estimate price |
1,300$
Weight | 10.4 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Sora, FSA -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 2 × 9 -
Brakes Mechanical 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
SmartForm C2 Alloy, SAVE, BB30, internal cable routing, flat mount, 130x9mm QR, SAVE, BB30, Internal cable routing, Flat mount
Suspension Fork
BallisTec Full Carbon, integrated crown race, SAVE, 12x100mm thru-axle, internal routing
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Sora GS
Front Derailleur
Shimano Sora, braze-on
Shift Levers
Shimano Sora, 9-speed
Cassette
Shimano HG400, 11-34, 9-speed
Crank
FSA Vero Alloy, 50/34
Bottom Bracket
Cartridge, square taper
Chain
KMC Z9, 9-speed
Pedals
Not Included
Wheels
Front Hub
Formula CRX-512 12x100
Rear Hub
Alloy, sealed loose ball bearing, QR
Rims
RD, 28h
Spokes
Stainless steel, 14g
Tires
Vittoria Zaffiro, 700 x 28c
Brakes
Brakes
Promax Decoder R cable-actuated disc, 160/160mm
Brake Levers
Shimano Sora
Cockpit
Stem
Cannondale 4, 6061 Alloy, 31.8, 7°
Handlebar
Cannondale 4, 6061 alloy, Compact
Grips
Cannondale Bar Tape, 3.5mm
Headset
FSA Sealed Bearing, Integrated, 1-1/4"-1-1/8"
Seat
Saddle
Cannondale Stage Ergo
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 | 1.46 mm | 1.48 mm | 1.51 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 | 608 mm | 602 mm | 612 mm | 622 mm | 638 mm |
| Rake | 60 mm | 60 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm |
| Trail | 57 mm | 55 mm | 60 mm | 59 mm | 58 mm | 56 mm |
| Stack | 535 mm | 555 mm | 575 mm | 594 mm | 614 mm | 644 mm |
| Reach | 376 mm | 381 mm | 388 mm | 394 mm | 399 mm | 408 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 522 mm | 536 mm | 552 mm | 568 mm | 585 mm | 609 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74.6 ° | 74.3 ° | 73.9 ° | 73.5 ° | 73 ° | 72.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 422 mm | 443 mm | 480 mm | 520 mm | 550 mm | 590 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70.8 ° | 71 ° | 71.9 ° | 72.1 ° | 72.3 ° | 72.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 123 mm | 143 mm | 159 mm | 178 mm | 202 mm | 232 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 418 mm | 418 mm | 418 mm | 418 mm | 418 mm | 418 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1004 mm | 1015 mm | 1009 mm | 1019 mm | 1030 mm | 1046 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 75 mm | 75 mm | 73 mm | 73 mm | 70 mm | 70 mm |
| Standover Height | 706 mm | 727 mm | 760 mm | 792 mm | 821 mm | 856 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 Sora completes the Cannondale Synapse model. 194 bikes variations carry this model name so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2021, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
Cannondale Synapse Disc Women’s Sora 2021 is the cheapest bike model and costs 1200$. Cannondale Synapse Carbon Hi-MOD Red eTap AXS 2021 is the most expensive one and costs 10000$.
Safety
When cycling always take safety very seriously. Wear a helmet, obey the traffic rules and wear hi-vis clothes. In short, take care of yourself so others can take care of you.
Average price for Endurance bikes
If you want an acceptable Endurance bike you should know that the average price is 2346$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Endurance bike. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 1300$. If we compare this with the average Endurance bike cost we notice that the price is 80.46% lower.
Average weight for Endurance bikes
Endurance bikes weigh an average of 8.2 kg (18.08 lbs). An easier bike will give you a big advantage in climbs. However, a heavier bike can gain speed when you descend.
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 Sora components
Fork material
Synapse Sora has a carbon fork, so, its weight is considerably lighter than one made out of steel. However, they cost a bit more than steel forks.
Wheels size
When it comes to wheels, the Synapse Sora bike is equipped with the 700c aluminum model. These are the most popular wheels for road, aero, gravel, cyclocross, race, and gravel bikes. However, these wheels don’t perform so well when passing over obstacles.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The Synapse Sora has Mechanical Disc brakes. They are much easier to maintain than hydraulic disk brakes. However, performance-wise there is room for improvement.
Sizes
Synapse Sora comes in 6 sizes, that range from 157 cm – 203 cm (5.15 ft – 6.66 ft). In short, you can easily find one that suits you.