The most advanced suspension ever made for XC - While others sacrifice performance to save weight - our patented FlexPivot suspension delivers both - Incredibly light - with unreal grip - acceleration and control - it lets you go flat-out everywhere - More speed - More fun - Scalpel’s progressive geometry has evolved even further – we have a full degree and a half slacker headtube angle - one-degree steeper seat tube angle – creating an XC bike that’s more aggressive - lightning-fast.
 
Features
 
FlexPivot
The key to Scalpel’s incredible suspension performance and light weight. These patented carbon plates create virtual Horst link pivots, while being stiffer and lighter than bearings. Incredibly durable. Incredibly flexible. And completely maintenance-free.
 
Proportional Response
Unlike the competition, who use the same suspension kinematic across all sizes, we customize the layout of our suspension for each one, so that every rider, from the smallest to the tallest, experiences the same brilliant suspension performance.
 
OutFront Steering Geometry
Lefty’s extra-long fork offset gives you more stability and confidence when things get rough, while keeping the steering XC-quick everywhere else.
 
Connected
An integrated wheel sensor delivers hyper accurate speed, route and distance info, registers your bike, reminds you of needed service and more, all through the free Cannondale App.
 
Ai – Asymmetric Integration 
Our unique offset drivetrain delivers big tire/mud clearance while keeping the chainstays short for traction and agility. Factor in that it also creates a stiffer, stronger rear wheel, and Ai is a win-win-win.
 
Two Waterbottles
Proper hydration, without the pack. Hallelujah!
 
DirectLine Cable Routing
Tube-in-tube internal cable routing in the frame and swingarm makes installing cables quick and easy.
 
 
CONNECTIVITY
Wheel Sensor: Cannondale Wheel Sensor
 
DRIVETRAIN
Bottom Bracket: Cannondale Alloy PressFit30
Chain: Shimano SLX, 12-speed
Crank: HollowGram, BB30a, OPI SpideRing, 34T, Ai offset
Rear Cogs: Shimano SLX, 10-51, 12-speed
Rear Derailleur: Shimano XT
Shifters: Shimano SLX, 12-speed
 
FRAMESET
Fork: Lefty Ocho, 100mm, Chamber Damper with remote lockout, OppO Spring System, tapered steerer, 55mm offset
Frame: All-New, 100mm travel, BallisTec Carbon, Proportional Response Tuned, FlexPivot Chainstay, PF30-83, Tapered Headtube,Speed Release 12mm thru axle, Ai Offset, Stash compatible
Headset: Integrated, 1-1/8 to 1.5", sealed angular contact bearings
Rear Shock: Fox Float DPS Performance Elite EVOL, remote lockout, adjustable rebound
 
WHEELS
Front Hub: Lefty 60
Rear Hub: Shimano MT510 12x148
Rims: Stan's NoTubes Crest S1, 28h, tubeless ready
Spokes: DT Swiss Champion
Tires: (F) Schwalbe Racing Ray Performance, 29 x 2.25", Addix Compound, tubeless ready, (R) Schwalbe Racing Ralph Performance, 29 x 2.25", Addix Compound, tubeless ready
 
BRAKES
Brake Levers: Shimano Deore hydraulic disc
Brakes: Shimano Deore hydraulic disc, 160/160mm RT54 rotors
 
COMPONENTS
Grips: ESI Chunky Silicone, 32mm dia.
Handlebar: Cannondale 2 Flat, butted 2014 Alloy, 31.8mm, 3° rise, 8° sweep, 760mm
Saddle: Prologo Dimension NRD, STN rails
Seatpost: Cannondale 2, 7075 Alloy, 31.6 x 400mm
Stem: Cannondale 3, 6061 Alloy, 31.8, 7°