Inspection
Frame condition
Inspect the frame, fork, welds, and high-stress areas for cracks, dents, or prior repairs.
Cannondale
2016 Cannondale Scalpel 29 Carbon 3
Value Guide market data · 2016 Cannondale Scalpel 29 Carbon 3
12-month trend
4%
Direction and magnitude, not judgment
vs. category average
9%
Holds value better than category avg
Price over time - 2016 Cannondale Scalpel 29 Carbon 3
Values based on actual sales data. Enter your bike's specifics to get a precise valuation.
All Scalpel model years
2024$13,020 - $15,120▲ 115% vs. 2016
2023$11,160 - $12,960▲ 85% vs. 2016
2022$5,906 - $6,858▼ 2% vs. 2016
2021$12,090 - $14,040▲ 100% vs. 2016
2020$10,230 - $11,880▲ 69% vs. 2016
2018$5,115 - $5,940▼ 15% vs. 2016
2017$11,895 - $13,813▲ 97% vs. 2016
2016$6,045 - $7,020Currently viewing
2015$11,086 - $12,874▲ 83% vs. 2016
2014$10,072 - $11,696▲ 67% vs. 2016
2013$10,230 - $11,880▲ 69% vs. 2016
2012$7,440 - $8,640▲ 23% vs. 2016
2011$8,928 - $10,368▲ 48% vs. 2016
2010$7,905 - $9,180▲ 31% vs. 2016
2009$6,947 - $8,068▲ 15% vs. 2016
2008$6,417 - $7,452▲ 6% vs. 2016
2007$5,115 - $5,940▼ 15% vs. 2016
2006$3,255 - $3,780▼ 46% vs. 2016
2005$2,418 - $2,808▼ 60% vs. 2016
2004$4,650 - $5,400▼ 23% vs. 2016
2003$4,650 - $5,400▼ 23% vs. 2016
2002$5,118 - $5,943▼ 15% vs. 20162016 Scalpel 29 Carbon 3 lineup
Overview
About this bike
2016 Cannondale Scalpel 29 Carbon 3 value depends on condition, original build, frame material, service history, and current buyer demand.
Specifications
Frameset
- Frame
- Scalpel 29, 100mm, BallisTec Hi-MOD Carbon, Zero Pivot seatstay, PF30, 1.5 Si head tube
- Fork
- Lefty 2.0, 100mm, XLR Isolated Damper Technology with XC+ tune and X-Loc Full Sprint remote, 50mm offset
- Rear Shock
- RockShox Monarch XX, Full Sprint hydraulic remote, 100mm
Drivetrain
- Groupset
- Shimano SLX
- Crank
- Cannondale Si, BB30, 36/26 CNC Rings
- Bottom Bracket
- Cannondale Alloy PressFit30
- Shifters
- Shimano SLX
- Chain
- KMC X10, 10-speed
- Front Derailleur
- Shimano Deore, direct mount
- Rear Derailleur
- Shimano XT M786, Shadow Plus
Brakes
- Brakes
- Magura MT-RACE w/ Storm SL Rotors, 180/160mm
- Brake Levers
- Magura MT-RACE w/ Carbotecture body, reach adjust
Cockpit
- Handlebar
- Cannondale C2 flat, 2014 double-butted alloy, 700mm
- Stem
- Cannondale C1, 6061 Alloy, 1.5", 31.8, -5 deg.
- Headset
- Cannondale HeadShok Si
- Grips
- Cannondale X1 Single Lock Grips
- Saddle
- Prologo K3
- Seat Post
- Cannondale C3, 6061 Alloy, 31.6x350mm (S,M) 400mm (L,X)
Wheels & Tires
- Rims
- Stan's ZTR Rapid 29, 32 hole, tubeless ready
- Hubs
- Lefty 60 front, Formula DHT-142 rear
- Tires
- Schwalbe Racing Ralph Performance, 29x2.1", folding, tubeless ready
- Spokes
- DT Swiss Champion
Accessories
- Cog Set
- Shimano HG-50, 11-36, 10-speed
Frame sizing
XS4'10"-5'2"
S5'2"-5'6"
M5'6"-5'10"
L5'10"-6'2"
XL6'2"-6'6"
M highlighted as most common resale size. Sourced from catalog metadata.
Geometry
- Stack
- Varies by size
- Reach
- Varies by size
- Wheelbase
- Varies by size
Industry standard. Sourced from catalog metadata.
What to check when buying used
Inspection
Drivetrain wear
Check chain stretch, cassette teeth, chainrings, and shifting under load before negotiating price.
Inspection
Wheel condition
Inspect rims, hubs, spokes, and bearing play; ask about the tire age and any prior wheel rebuilds.
Inspection
Service history
Ask for service records covering bearings, brakes, drivetrain, and any frame or fork warranty work.
Inspection
Suspension service
Confirm fork lowers and rear shock service intervals; ask for the most recent service receipts.
Inspection
Frame pivots & bearings
Cycle the suspension off the bike to feel for play, grit, or noise in pivot bearings.