With the most advanced XC suspension and geometry, and rowdy-ready spec, the Scalpel redefines cross-country speed.

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Scalpel 4 2024 - Smoke Black

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Scalpel 4 2024 - Smoke Black

Season:2024

Brand:Cannondale

Code:C24554U-Smoke Black

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.

Thanks to the magic of our FlexPivot kinematics and Proportional Response suspension, Scalpel’s 120mm of travel delivers unreal traction, more control, and a hell of a lot more fun – with all the efficiency and responsiveness you’d expect from a World Cup race rig.

Speed starts with the geometry, and Scalpel’s got the hole shot. It has a slack 66.6º head tube angle, a steeper 75.5º seat tube angle, and chainstays that get longer as the frames get bigger to keep the rider more balanced between the wheels. The result? More power and traction on the climbs, more pinpoint control in the corners, and a whole new level of confidence at speed.

This ain’t no fashion statement. This is pure, purposeful design. Every element of the Scalpel’s form is driven by function above all – kinematics, weight, stiffness, and capability. Features drive the shape, instead of the shape constraining the features. And fast looks good.

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Frame
Scalpel, lightweight 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
Headset
Acros ICR
Rear Shock
RockShox SIDLuxe Select+, 2-Pos mode adjust, adjustable rebound, 190x45
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XT
Shifters
Shimano Deore 6100, 12-speed
Chain
Shimano Deore, 12-speed
Crank
Shimano M5121, 32T
Rear Cogs
Shimano Deore, 10-51, 12-speed
Bottom Bracket
Shimano BSA 73mm
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano MT501 hydraulic disc, 180/160mm RT54 rotors
Brake Levers
Shimano MT501 hydraulic disc
Wheels
Rims
Stan's NoTubes Crest S2, 32h, tubeless ready
Spokes
Stainless Steel, 14g
Tire Size
2.4
Wheel Size
29
Hubs
(F) Shimano TC-500, 15x110mm thru-axle / (R) Shimano MT410B, 12x148mm thru-axle
Tires
(F) Maxxis Rekon Race WT, 29x2.4", EXO Protection, tubeless ready / (R) Maxxis Aspen WT, 29x2.4", EXO Protection, tubeless ready
Components
Handlebar
Cannondale 2 Flat, butted 2014 Alloy, 31.8mm, 3° rise, 8° sweep, 760mm
Stem
Cannondale C1 Conceal, Alloy, 31.8, -6°
Grips
Cannondale XC Silicone
Saddle
Prologo Dimension NDR, STN rails
Seatpost
Cannondale DownLow Dropper, internal routing, 31.6, 125mm (S), 150mm (M-XL)
Connectivity
Wheel Sensor
Cannondale Wheel Sensor

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