Cannondale Scalpel Carbon 2 Lefty
Cannondale Scalpel Carbon 2 Lefty
Description
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Thrill ride. With the most advanced XC suspension and geometry, and rowdy-ready spec, the Scalpel redefines cross-country speed – again.
Model DescriptionThe Scalpel 2 Lefty is a light, fast, and thrilling XC machine, capable of winning races or just blurring the trail around you. The unmatched smoothness and accuracy of the Lefty Ocho fork is the perfect match for the grip and efficiency of carbon FlexPivot frame. Shimano’s new XT Di2 group cracks off shifts with digital accuracy, while the 4-piston brakes are unfazed by even the nastiest descents. With DT Swiss’s feathery XRC 1900 carbon wheels and a DownLow dropper post, it’s ready to lay down serious XC speed wherever you ride.
What it's for
The thrill of speed. Winning World Championship XC and Marathon races. High-speed trail slaying.
Highlights
- Superlight Carbon frame with FlexPivot, 120mm travel, and Proportional Response Tuned Suspension and Geometry
- Shimano XT Di2 Wireless Drivetrain – Crisp electronic shifts under pressure, leaving manual gears in the dust
- Lefty Ocho Fork (120mm) – Signature single-legged steering precision and smoothness with robust reliability
- FlexPivot Suspension System – Streamlined rear suspension that boosts traction without bulk
- DT Swiss XRC 1900 Carbon Wheelset – featherweight XC performance with DT Swiss reliability
- Cannondale 1 Carbon Bars and Conceal Stem – Light, precise, and clean
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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ForkLefty Ocho Alloy 120, Chamber Damper, OppO Spring System, tapered steerer, 50mm offset, TwistLoc Ultimate remote dual lockout
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HeadsetAcros ICR
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Rear ShockRockShox SIDLuxe Select+, 2-Pos mode adjust, adjustable rebound, 190x45mm, TwistLoc Ultimate remote dual lockout
Drivetrain
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Rear DerailleurShimano XT Di2 M8250 SGS, wireless electronic, 12-speed
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ShiftersShimano XT Di2 M8250, I-Spec EV, wireless electronic, 12-speed
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ChainShimano XT, 12-speed
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CrankShimano XT M8200, 34T
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Rear CogsShimano XT 8200, 10-51, 12-speed
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Bottom BracketShimano BSA 73mm
Brakes
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BrakesShimano XT M8220 4-piston hydraulic disc, 180/160mm RT76 rotors
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Brake LeversShimano XT M8200 hydraulic disc
Wheels
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RimsDT Swiss XRC 1900 Spline, carbon, 30mm inner width, hookless, TSS tubeless ready
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SpokesDT Swiss Competition Race, straight pull
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Tire Size2.4
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Wheel Size29
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Hubs(F) DT Swiss Lefty, 6-bolt / (R) DT Swiss 370 LN Ratchet System, 6-bolt, 12x148mm, XD driver
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TiresSchwalbe Rick XC Pro, 29x2.4", Speed Compound, tubeless ready
Components
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HandlebarCannondale 1 Flat, Carbon, 31.8mm, 9° back, 760mm
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StemCannondale C1 Conceal, Alloy, 31.8, 6°
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GripsSRAM Silicone
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SaddlePrologo Dimension NDR, Pro STN rails
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SeatpostCannondale DownLow Dropper, internal routing, 31.6, 125mm (S), 150mm (M-XL)
Extra
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Extra 1Shimano Charger, Tubeless Valves
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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