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Thrill ride. With the most advanced XC suspension and geometry, and rowdy-ready spec, the new Scalpel redefines cross-country speed – again.

Model Description

Taking aim at XC race podiums and technical trails alike, the Scalpel 4 is always down for fast. It’s built on our advanced Series 1 carbon construction frameset, then set up with a Shimano Deore/XT 12-speed drivetrain, RockShox SID suspension both front and rear, and Stan’s NoTubes Crest S2 rims for reliable speed and control.

What it's for

The thrill of speed. Winning XC and Marathon races. High-speed trail slaying.

Highlights Superlight premium Series 1 Carbon frame with FlexPivot, 120mm travel, and Proportional Response-Tuned Suspension and Geometry RockShox SID 120mm fork and SIDLuxe Select+ rear shock Shimano’s race-ready Deore M6100 12-speed shifting, with an XT rear derailleur Powerful, reliable Shimano MT501 hydraulic disc brakes Stan’s tubeless-ready Crest S2 rims with Maxxis Rekon Race and Aspen WT 2.4” tires Cannondale’s DownLow dropper seatpost Specs Frame: Scalpel, Series 1 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 Fork: RockShox SID, 120mm, Debonair, 15x110mm thru-axle, tapered steerer, 44mm offset Rear Shock: RockShox SIDLuxe Select+, 2-Pos mode adjust, adjustable rebound, 190x45 Rims: Stan's NoTubes Crest S2, 32h, tubeless ready Hubs: (F) Shimano TC-500, 15x110mm thru-axle / (R) Shimano MT410B, 12x148mm thru-axle Spokes: Stainless Steel, 14g Tires: (F) Maxxis Rekon Race WT, 29x2.4", EXO Protection, tubeless ready / (R) Maxxis Aspen WT, 29x2.4", EXO Protection, tubeless ready Crank: Shimano M5121, 32T Bottom Bracket: Shimano BSA 73mm Chain: Shimano Deore, 12-speed Cassette: Shimano Deore, 10-51, 12-speed Rear Derailleur: Shimano XT Shifter: Shimano Deore 6100, 12-speed Handlebar: Cannondale 2 Flat, butted 2014 Alloy, 31.8mm, 3° rise, 8° sweep, 760mm Grips: Cannondale XC Silicone Stem: Cannondale C1 Conceal, Alloy, 31.8, -6° Headset: Acros ICR Brakes: Shimano MT501 hydraulic disc, 180/160mm RT54 rotors Saddle: Prologo Dimension NDR, STN rails Seatpost: Cannondale DownLow Dropper, internal routing, 31.6, 125mm (S), 150mm (M-XL)