2018 Cannondale Synapse Carbon Disc Dura-Ace Road Bike

Endurance racing performance in a package that can be ridden daily. The Cannondale Synapse Carbon Disc Dura-Ace is a sportive road bike that balances comfort and speed.

Cannondale designed the Synapse frame to be comfortable for longer distances, yet stiff enough for road racing. It’s lightweight thanks to the BallisTec Carbon used. The frame features Cannondale’s SAVE PLUS technology which incorporates a slight flex in the stays and seat tube to add comfort to the rider. The Endurance Race Geometry positions the rider in the perfect spot to attack during a race, yet relax for longer distances.

The Fender Up feature is a removeable seat stay bridge that allows for full mudguards to be mounted to the frame. Internal cable routing keeps the appearance neat, and a 12mm thru-axle maintain optimum stiffness in the rear. Every Synapse frame is Di2 ready, allowing for easy battery storage and routing. The frame will take up to 32c tyres.

The Synapse Disc fork has Asymmetric technology and is made with BallisTec Carbon. It uses SAVE PLUS technology to flex slightly for comfort and bump control, pairing up perfectly to the frame for an all-round supple ride. It also has a 12mm thru-axle to match the frame. Completing the SAVE PLUS package is the SAVE carbon seatpost.

The Shimano Dura-Ace 2x11 speed drivetrain represents the pinnacle of mechanical shifting performance, delivering shifting quality that the pros approve of. The Dura-Ace disc brakes make sure your speed is well under control, even during the longest descent.

Set your sights on the long game with the Cannondale Synapse Carbon Disc Dura-Ace.

Key features:

• Synapse Disc frame with BallisTec Carbon is lightweight and features SAVE PLUS technology
• Synapse Disc Asymmetric with BallisTec Carbon and SAVE PLUS technology
• Shimano Dura-Ace 2x11 speed drivetrain delivers race performance shifting
• HollowGram Si chainset is lightweight and stiff
• Shimano Dura-Ace hydraulic disc brakes are powerful and consistent in all weather
• Fulcrum Racing 500 Disc wheelset is lightweight
• Sizes: 48cm, 51cm, 54cm, 56cm, 58cm, 61cm
• Colour: SLA

The Cannondale Synapse Carbon Disc Dura-Ace 2018 Features are:

Frame: NEW Synapse Disc, BallisTec Carbon, Di2 ready, SAVE PLUS, BB30a, flat mount, 12mm thru axle 

Fork: NEW Synapse Disc Asymmetric, SAVE PLUS, BallisTec Carbon, integrated crown race, size-specific design 44-48: 1 1/8" steerer, 60mm rake 51-54: 1-1/8" - 1-1/4" tapered steerer, 55mm rake 56-61: 1-1/8" - 1-3/8" tapered steerer, 45mm rake

Headset: Synapse Si, 25mm carbon top cap

Bars: Cannondale C1 Ultralight Alloy

Stem: C1 Ultralight Alloy Stem w/ integrated Garmin mount

Speed: 22

Front Mech: Shimano Dura-Ace 9100, braze-on

Rear Mech: Shimano Dura-Ace 9100

Shifters Shimano Dura-Ace 9120 hydro disc

Chainset: Cannondale HollowGram Si, BB30a, w/ OPI SpideRing, 50/34

Bottom Bracket: FSA BB30 Bearings

Cassette: Shimano Ultegra R8000, 11-30, 11-speed

Chain: Shimano HG701, 11-speed

Front Brake: Shimano Dura-Ace 9170 hydro disc, flat mount, 160mm

Rear Brake: Shimano Dura-Ace 9170 hydro disc, flat mount, 140mm

Rims: Fulcrum Racing 500 DB, 17mm inner, 26mm deep

Front Hub: Fulcrum Racing 500 Disc, 17mm inner, Alloy Clincher 100x12mm

Rear Hub: Fulcrum Racing 500 Disc, 17mm inner, Alloy Clincher 142x12mm

Spokes: Fulcrum double butted, Stainless

Tyres: Vittoria Rubino Pro 700x28c Front, Vittoria Rubino Pro 700x28c Rear

Seatpost: TBC

Saddle: Fabric Scoop Shallow Race, Ti Rail