Cannondale Synapse Carbon 2 SmartSense
Description
Road Reimagined
Go long, go short, go fast. This is WorldTour performance for real world rides.
Model Description
Double-tap into next-gen smoothness. With its compliant carbon frame, SRAM Force AXS 2x at your fingertips and Reserve’s aerodynamic 42|49 wheels beneath you, this baby makes tempo feel like tempo again. The Gen 2 SmartSense system brings enhanced visibility and awareness to its world-class versatility. Equal parts flash and foundation— Synapse Carbon 2 SmartSense is perfect for Gran Fondos, fast group rides, or going missing all day on purpose.
What it's for
Comfortable high-performance road riding, long distance missions, fast group rides
Highlights
- Lightweight, smoothly compliant, sleekly aero Synapse carbon frameset with StashPort downtube storage
- SmartSense Gen 2 - Enhanced visibility and awareness from the sleekly integrated system of lights and radar
- Slick wireless electronic shifting from SRAM's high-performance Force AXS group
- Reserve 42|49 Turbulent Aero carbon wheels with DT Swiss 370 Hubs - Sleek aero performance for all-day rides
- Fizik Vento Argo R5 saddle - ergonomic comfort with pressure relieving cutout
Specification
Frameset
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FrameSynapse Carbon, Proportional Response construction, integrated cable routing, downtube Stashport, 12x142 thru-axle, UDH, BSA 68mm threaded BB, flat mount disc, integrated seat binder, SmartSense Gen 2.0 equipped, fender mounts
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ForkSynapse Carbon, integrated crown race, 12x100mm thru-axle, flat mount disc, internal routing, 1-1/8" to 1-1/5" Delta steerer, 55mm offset, fender mounts
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HeadsetIntegrated, 1-1/8" - 1-1/2"
Drivetrain
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Rear DerailleurSRAM Force AXS
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Front DerailleurSRAM Force AXS, braze-on
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ShiftersSRAM Force AXS
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ChainSRAM Force
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CrankSRAM Force, 46/33: 165mm (44cm), 170mm (48-51cm), 172.5 (54-56cm), 175mm (58-61)
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Rear CogsSRAM Force XG-1270, 10-36, 12-speed
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Bottom BracketSRAM DUB BSA
Brakes
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BrakesSRAM Force AXS hydraulic disc, 160/160mm Centerline XR centerlock rotors
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Brake LeversSRAM Force AXS hydraulic disc
Wheels
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RimsReserve 42 | 49 Turbulent Aero, 24h, tubeless ready
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SpokesSapim CX-Delta J-bend
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Tire Size32
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Wheel Size700c
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Hubs(F) DT Swiss 370, 12x100mm centerlock / (R) DT Swiss 370 LN Ratchet System, 12x142mm centerlock
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TiresVittoria Rubino Pro IV, 700x32c
Components
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HandlebarVision Trimax Aero Alloy: 400mm (44-51cm), 420mm (54-61cm)
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StemCannondale C1 Conceal, Alloy, 31.8, -6°: 80mm (44-48m), 90mm (51cm), 100mm (54-56cm), 110mm (58-61cm)
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GripsCannondale Bar Tape, 3.5mm
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SaddleFizik Vento Argo R5, 140mm
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SeatpostCannondale C1 Aero 27 Carbon, SmartSense compatible, 330mm length, 0mm offset (44-48cm), 15mm offset (51-61cm)
Extra
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Extra 1SmartSense Gen 2.0 system (Bluetooth BLE and ANT+ compatible: SmartSense LightSkin U1E ultra-compact 800 lumen variable output headlight, SmartSense Garmin Varia eRTL 615 rear-facing radar/taillight, SmartSense 43.2Wh removable internal battery w/integrated flashlight, SmartSense SRAM AXS charging cable), large StashBag downtube storage bag, Fillmore tubeless valves, Conceal Stem accessory/computer mount (Garmin/Wahoo)
Please note that, based on component availability and other factors, specifications are subject to change without notice.
Geometry

Road Reimagined

The headlight is small yet powerful, turning night into day with up to 800 lumens. A daylight function keeps you safe, while its stem-mounted design keeps the cockpit clean.
The rear radar watches your back, alerting you to approaching vehicles so you can ride with ease.
Neatly integrated into the downtube, the battery powers lights, radar, and shifting, providing up to 24 hours in flashing mode or over 12 hours in steady mode.
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