Cannondale Scalpel 3
Cannondale Scalpel 3
Description
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Thrill ride. With the most advanced XC suspension and geometry, and rowdy-ready spec, the World Cup winning Scalpel redefines cross-country speed – again.
Model Description
Fast, light, and capable on XC courses or technical trails, the Scalpel 3 is built to fly. The frameset is made of our advanced lightweight carbon construction. Then it gets built up with a Shimano XT/Deore 12-speed drivetrain, remote-actuated RockShox SID Select suspension both front and rear, and Stan’s NoTubes Crest MK4 rims for excellent speed and control.
What it's for
The thrill of speed. Winning XC and Marathon races. High-speed trail slaying.
Highlights
- Superlight Carbon frame with FlexPivot, 120mm travel, and Proportional Response-Tuned Suspension and Geometry
- Lightweight RockShox SID Select 120mm fork and SIDLuxe Select+ rear shock, with a TwistLoc remote lockout.
- Shimano’s race-ready XT/Deore M6100 12-speed group.
- Powerful, controllable Shimano Deore M6100 hydraulic disc brakes
- Stan’s tubeless-ready Crest Mk4 rims with Maxxis Rekon Race and Aspen WT 2.4” tires
- Cannondale’s DownLow dropper seatpost
Specification
Frameset
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FrameScalpel, lightweight carbon construction, 120mm travel, Proportional Response Suspension and Geometry, FlexPivot Chainstay, full internal cable routing, 73mm BSA, 1.5" headtube with 1-1/8" upper reducer/internal cable guide, 148x12mm thru axle, 55mm chainline, UDH, post-mount disc – 160mm native
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ForkRockShox SID Select, 120mm, DebonAir, 15x110mm thru-axle, tapered steerer, 44mm offset, TwistLoc remote dual lockout
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HeadsetAcros ICR
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Rear ShockRockShox SIDLuxe Select+, 2-Pos mode adjust, adjustable rebound, 190x45, TwistLoc remote dual lockout
Drivetrain
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Rear DerailleurShimano XT
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ShiftersShimano Deore M6100, 12-speed
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ChainShimano SLX M7100, 12-speed
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CrankShimano Deore M6120, 32T
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Rear CogsShimano Deore M6100, 10-51, 12-speed
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Bottom BracketShimano BSA 73mm
Brakes
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BrakesShimano Deore M6100, 180/160mm RT54 rotors
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Brake LeversShimano Deore M6100
Wheels
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RimsStan's NoTubes Crest MK4, 28h, tubeless ready
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SpokesDT Swiss Competition Race
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Tire Size2.4
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Wheel Size29
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Hubs(F) Formula CL-811, 15x110mm thru-axle / (R) Shimano MT510B, 12x148mm thru-axle
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Tires(F) Maxxis Rekon Race WT, 29x2.4", EXO Protection, tubeless ready / (R) Maxxis Aspen WT, 29x2.4", EXO Protection, tubeless ready
Components
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HandlebarCannondale 2 Flat, butted 2014 Alloy, 31.8mm, 3° rise, 8° sweep, 760mm
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StemCannondale C1 Conceal, Alloy, 31.8, -6°
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GripsRockShox Smooth Silicone
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SaddlePrologo Dimension NDR, STN rails
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SeatpostCannondale DownLow Dropper, internal routing, 31.6, 125mm (S), 150mm (M-XL)
Please note that, based on component availability and other factors, specifications are subject to change without notice.
Geometry
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The Beauty of Speed
This ain’t no fashion statement. This is pure, purposeful design. Every element of the Scalpel’s form is driven by function above all – kinematics, weight, stiffness, and capability. Features drive the shape, instead of the shape constraining the features. And fast looks good.
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