Cannondale Scalpel Carbon 4 is a lightweight XC race mountain bike with FlexPivot suspension and aggressive geometry, built for chasing podiums.

This is the ultimate XC race bike. Ground-breaking suspension, aggressive geometry and feathery weight let you go full gas from the gun.

Where it thrives: On the race course. What it's built for: Chasing podiums.

Highlights

• Lightweight carbon FlexPivot frame / Fox Float Performance 32 SC fork - 100mm travel F/R
• Shimano XT/Deore 12-speed shifting / Deore 6100 hydraulic disc brakes
• WTB STX i23 tubeless-ready rims / Shimano MT400 hubs

Specifications

Platform: Scalpel
Model Name: Scalpel Carbon 4
Model Code: C24402M

Frameset
Frame: Scalpel Carbon, 100mm travel, Proportional Response Tuned, FlexPivot Chainstay, PF30-83, Tapered Headtube, Speed Release 12mm thru axle, Ai Offset, Stash compatible
Fork: Fox Float Performance 32 SC, 100mm, 15x110mm thru-axle, tapered steerer, 51mm offset, remote-actuated
Headset: Integrated Sealed Bearing, Tapered
Rear Shock: Fox Float DPS Performance Elite EVOL, remote lockout, adjustable rebound

Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur: Shimano XT
Shifters: Shimano Deore M6100, 12-speed
Chain: Shimano Deore 6100, 12-speed
Crank: Cannondale 1, BB30a, OPI SpideRing, 32T, Ai Offset
Rear Cogs: Shimano Deore M6100, 10-51, 12-speed
Bottom Bracket: Cannondale Alloy PressFit30

Brakes
Brakes: Shimano Deore 6100 hydraulic disc, 160/160mm RT54 rotors
Brake Levers: Shimano Deore hydraulic disc

Wheels
Rims: WTB STX i23 TCS, 32h, tubeless ready
Spokes: DT Swiss Champion
Tire Size: 2.2
Wheel Size: 29
Hubs: (F) Shimano MT400, 15x110mm thru-axle / (R) Shimano MT410, 12x148mm thru-axle
Front Tire: Maxxis Ardent Race, 29x2.2", EXO Protection, tubeless ready
Rear Tire: Maxxis Recon Race, 29x2.2", EXO Protection, tubeless ready

Components
Handlebar: Cannondale 2 Flat, butted 2014 Alloy, 31.8mm, 3° rise, 8° sweep, 760mm
Stem: Cannondale 2, 6061 Alloy, 35mm, 0°
Grips: Cannondale Locking Grips
Saddle: Cannondale Scoop Shallow Sport, steel rails
Seatpost: Cannondale 2, 7075 Alloy, 31.6x400mm

Please note that, based on component availability and other factors, specifications are subject to change without notice.

Technology

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.

STASH Kit Compatible
Compatible with the STASH kit (purchased separately). An aftermarket kit containing everything you need for lightning-fast trailside repairs stashes neatly under your water bottle. Quick and easy.

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.

Two Waterbottles
Proper hydration, without the pack. Hallelujah!

At just over 1900 grams, complete with shock, the new Scalpel frame is one of the lightest full suspension MTB frames on the market. Incredible suspension, impeccable handling and feathery weight – it's a recipe for victory.