Cannondale Scalpel Carbon SE Ultimate - 2023
Details
The New Cutting Edge
Scalpel SE is the ultimate marathon racer and high-speed trail slayer. World Cup fast and all-mountain fierce – this is next-level cross-country mountain bike performance.
Where it thrives
High-speed trails
What it's built for
Full-throttle trail riding
Highlights:
- Ultralight Hi-MOD carbon FlexPivot frame & Lefty Ocho Carbon fork - 120mm travel F-R / Integrated Cannondale App connectivity
- SRAM XO1 AXS electronic 12-speed shifting / Level TLM hydraulic disc brakes
- HollowGram 25 S carbon tubeless-ready wheels / Cannondale DownLow dropper post / Stash kit
Technology:
Superior suspension. Superior traction.
Scalpel SE's patented FlexPivot suspension results in more grip, more control, and more speed. 120mm of plush travel works so well that it feels like so much more – meaning all-day singletrack sessions are a gas.
Big trail capability
Scalpel's progressive XC attitude has evolved even further with a slack and stable 67° headtube angle – combined with shorter stems, bigger tires, dropper posts, and bigger travel: if you love riding trails fast, precise, and in full control, then this is the bike for you.
Light. Stiff. Fast.
Don't settle for just two. Pick all three. With its full carbon frame and new 4-bar FlexPivot suspension, the Scalpel is one of the lightest and stiffest full-suspension mountain bikes available. Built light to go fast = built right to have a blast.
| Small | 5'1" | 5'5" |
|---|---|---|
| Medium | 5'4" | 5'9" |
| Large | 5'8" | 6'0" |
| X-Large | 5'11" | 6'5" |
Specs
| Fork | Lefty Ocho 120 Carbon, 120mm, Chamber Damper with remote lockout, OppO Spring System, tapered steerer, 50mm offset |
|---|---|
| Hubs | (F) HollowGram Lefty 60 / (R) HollowGram w/DT Swiss Star Ratchet internals, 12x148mm |
| Rims | HollowGram 25, Superlight Hi-Impact Carbon, 28h, 25mm IW, tubeless ready |
| Frame | Scalpel SE Hi-MOD Carbon, 120mm travel, Proportional Response Tuned, FlexPivot Chainstay, PF30-83, Tapered Headtube, Speed Release 12mm thru axle, SRAM UDH, 55mm chainline, Stash compatible |
| Brakes | SRAM Level TLM hydraulic disc, 160/160mm CenterLine rotors |
| Spokes | DT Swiss Competition Race, straight-pull |
| Headset | Integrated Sealed Bearing, Tapered |
| Crankset | SRAM X1 Carbon Eagle, 34T, 55mm chainline |
| Seatpost | Cannondale DownLow Dropper, internal routing, 31.6, 125mm (S), 150mm (M-XL) |
| Shifters | SRAM Eagle AXS, 12-speed |
| Handlebars | Cannondale 1 Riser, Carbon, 31.8mm, 9° sweep, 4° rise, 780mm |
| Rear Shock | RockShox SIDLuxe Ultimate, 2-Pos mode adjust, adjustable rebound |
| Tape/Grips | Cannondale XC Silicone |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM X01 Eagle AXS |
| Accessories & Extras | Stash Kit (Fabric 8-in-1 Mini Tool and Dynaplug tubeless puncture repair tool), Tubeless valve stems |
| Cassette/Freewheel | SRAM XG-1295, X01 Eagle, 10-52, 12-speed |
* Subject to change without notice.
Part Numbers
| Option | UPC | MPN | Store SKU |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jade / Medium / 29-inch | 884603935958 | C24302M10MD | BC227302006D |
| Jade / Large / 29-inch | 884603935965 | C24302M10LG | BC227979891G |