Cannondale Synapse Carbon 2 RL

Pedal fast, comfortably, confidently. Wherever the road takes you, ride it with Synapse; the most versatile, comfortable, multi-purpose road bike for every adventure.

Where it excels
In open spaces, uphill and downhill, on rough asphalt

What it is designed for
Comfort, handling and long rides.

Extremely smooth
On the Synapse, comfort is standard. Specific flex zones on the rear frame, seat tube and seatpost absorb road bumps and unevenness without adding unnecessary weight or isolating you from the pleasure of riding.

So fast!
Lightweight carbon construction. Imperceptible aerodynamic shape of frame and fork. Size-specific design for appropriate stiffness. It all adds up to a bike that is ready to take flight.

So versatile!
With a balanced riding position, confidence-inspiring handling, room for 35mm tyres for extra comfort and grip, and plenty of bottle/equipment mounts, with the Synapse you can tackle any route, anywhere you want.

So smart!
Pedal safely, with greater visibility and awareness on the roads. The SmartSense system of integrated lights and rear-view radar makes it easy to pedal smart.

Wide-ranging capabilities
Wheel passages for tyres up to 35 mm give you the possibility to explore even not perfectly paved roads with comfort and grip, or to use mudguards during the winter months.

Get on the saddle!
Plenty of mounts and eyelets give you the possibility to equip your new Synapse as you like, including wing mounting. Not even the rain can stop the Synapse.

Specific to each user
The size-specific Proportional Response construction gives optimal stiffness to every frame size, so everyone gets the superb riding feel the Synapse is known for.

Features

• Lightweight carbon Synapse frame / Complete SmartSense system with radar and lights
• Shimano Ultegra Di2 12v groupset with hydraulic disc brakes
• Fulcrum Rapid Red 500 wheels / FSA Gossamer handlebar

Technical specifications

Frame kit

• Frame: Synapse Carbon, SmartSense enabled, Proportional Response size-specific design, BSA threaded BB, flat mount brake, 12x142mm thru-axle, thru-tube internal cable routing with Switch Plate, removable fender bridge, hidden rack/fender mounts
• Fork: Synapse Carbon, integrated crown race, Proportional Response size-specific design, 12x100mm thru-axle, thru-tube internal routing, hidden fender mounts
• Headset: Synapse Sealed Bearing, integrated, 1-1/4‘-1-1/8’

Transmission

• Shifting: Shimano Ultegra GS
• Front derailleur: Shimano Ultegra, braze-on
• Shifting levers: Shimano Ultegra hydraulic disc, 11-speed
• Chain: Shimano HG701, 11-speed
• Crankset: Shimano Ultegra, BSA, 50/34
• Sprocket set: Shimano Ultegra HG800, 11-34, 11-speed
• Bottom Bracket: Shimano R60 BSA

Brakes

• Brakes: Shimano Ultegra hydraulic disc, 160/160mm RT800 rotors
• Brakes Levers: Shimano Ultegra hydraulic

Wheels

• Rims: Fulcrum Rapid Red 900
• Spokes: Fulcrum, Stainless steel
• Tyre Size: 30
• Wheel Size: 700c
• Hubs: (F) Fulcrum Rapid Red 900, 12x100mm centrelock / (R) Fulcrum Rapid Red 900, 12x142mm centrelock
• Tyres: Vittoria Rubino Pro Bright Black, 700x30c, reflective
• Front tyre: Vittoria Rubino Pro Bright Black, 700x30c, reflective
• Rear tyre: Vittoria Rubino Pro Bright Black, 700x30c, reflective

Components

• Handlebar: Cannondale 2, 7050 alloy, Compact
• Handlebar Stem: Cannondale 2, 6061 Alloy, 31.8, 7°
• Handlebar: Fabric Knurl Bar Tape
• Saddle: Fizik Aliante Delta, S-alloy rails
• Seatpost: Cannondale 3 SmartSense, 6061 Alloy, 27.2x350mm (48-56), 400mm (58-61)

Connectivity

• Wheel Sensor: Cannondale Wheel Sensor

Extras

• SmartSense with lights and radar, trainer-compatible through-axle.

Note: specifications may vary without notification.

Technologies

SmartSense
The intelligent lighting system is powered by a single battery for maximum convenience. Greater visibility. Less time lost before exit. Easily integrated with SmartSense radar for greater safety.