2023 Cannondale
Synapse Carbon 2 RLE
A carbon frame endurance bike with high-end components and hydraulic disc brakes.
Manufacturer Price
$5,550| Frame | Carbon |
|---|---|
| Suspension | Rigid |
| Fork | Carbon |
| Wheels | 700c Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 2 × 12 Electronic |
| Groupset | Ultegra Di2 |
| Brakes | Hydraulic Disc |
For This Bike
5'2" – 5'6"
5'5" – 5'10"
5'7" – 5'11"
5'9" – 6'1"
6'0" – 6'4"
6'3" – 6'8"
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Dec 2022 · RBA Staff
Radar comes standard
Aug 2022 · Dave Rome
An overhauled endurance road platform meets modern all-road capability. It’s wonderful but there's a but.
Smooth ride quality, versatile tyre clearance, stable yet-not-sluggish handling, Shimano Ultegra Di2, easy to service component fitments, classy subdued styling.
SmartSense and the fact it’s a forced feature you’re paying extra for, wheels could be fancier for the money, mis-matched thru-axles.
May 2022 · Sam Challis
At its core, the new Synapse is a truly excellent road bike
Comfort
Handling
Design simplicity
Quality finishing kit
Controversial SmartSense system
Weight
Feb 2022 · Stu Kerton
Beautiful to ride with a great blend of speed and comfort, but the electronic aids aren't that special – and aren't for me
Excellent geometry layout
Comfortable
Reflective seatstays are a clever touch
Trainer adaptors as standard
Cable routing not as clean as some
Low end wheelset comparative to the frame
Jan 2022 · Warren Rossiter
The new Synapse is a refined endurance bike that’s easy to live with and brings safety-enhancing tech as standard
Supple smoothness wrapped around swift, exciting handling
Clever tech brings day and night safety
Not everyone will want all of the equipment
Alloy components and middleweight wheels feel like a downgrade
Jan 2022 · By
Cannondale have overhauled the Synapse, adding an integrated radar and lights. Can it offer improved safety on the road? Read on to find out.
Added safety for cyclists
The lights switch from daytime to night mode automatically
Mounting points for mudguards etc.
Predictable handling
Lack of cable integration up front
Somewhat lacking in long-distance comfort
Nov 2020 · Vern Pitt
The Cannondale Synapse Carbon 105 is a popular endurance bike that still has a spring in its step
Sprightly handling
Great at reducing road buzz
Solid spec
Good value
Heavy wheels
Frame probably due an update
| 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 BB Standard: BSA, 68mm, Threaded Tire Clearance: 35c Colors: Grey; Rally Red |
|---|---|
| Fork | Synapse Carbon, integrated crown race, Proportional Response size-specific design, 12x100mm thru-axle, thru-tube internal routing, hidden fender mounts |
| Bottom Bracket | Shimano R8100 BSA |
| Headset | Synapse Sealed Bearing, integrated, 1-1/4"-1-1/8" |
| Stem | Cannondale 2, 6061 Alloy, 31.8, 7° |
| Handlebar | FSA Gossamer Compact |
| Saddle | Fizik Tempo Argo R5, 150mm width, S-alloy rails |
| Seatpost | Cannondale 2 SmartSense, UD Carbon, 27.2x350mm (48-56), 400mm (58-61) Type: Rigid |
| Pedals | Not included |
| Grips | Fabric Knurl Bar Tape |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano Ultegra Di2 R8150 |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | Shimano Ultegra Di2 R8150, braze-on |
| Crank | Shimano Ultegra, BSA, 50/34 |
| Shifters | Shimano Ultegra Di2 R8170 hydraulic disc, wireless, 2x12 |
| Cassette | Shimano Ultegra R8100, 11-34, 12-speed |
| Chain | Shimano Ultegra R8100, 12-speed |
| Brakes | Shimano Ultegra Di2 R8170 hydraulic disc, 160/160mm RT800 rotors Type: Hydraulic Disc |
| Brake Levers | Shimano Ultegra Di2 R8170 hydraulic disc |
| Rims | Fulcrum Rapid Red 500 |
|---|---|
| Spokes | Fulcrum, Stainless steel |
| Front Hub | (F) Fulcrum Rapid Red 500, 12x100mm centerlock / (R) Fulcrum Rapid Red 500, 12x142mm centerlock |
| Rear Hub | (F) Fulcrum Rapid Red 500, 12x100mm centerlock / (R) Fulcrum Rapid Red 500, 12x142mm centerlock |
| Tires | Vittoria Rubino Pro Bright Black, 700x30c, reflective |
Last updated May 18