2011 Synapse Alloy

Typically you need to choose between comfortable and fast with other manufacturer’s road bikes, but not with Cannondale’s Synapse. The Synapse is more comfortable than the pro-level SuperSix, but the Synapse does not sacrifice speed, handling, or performance.

Cannondale increases rider comfort with rider position (geometry) and SAVE micro-suspension technology. The Synapse is well suited for century or longer rides as well as a 10 mile ride around town.  As shown in the picture, Cannondale’s Liquigas pro team chooses the Synapse Hi-Mod for the brutal cobblestones on the epic Paris-Roubaix race. More control, more comfort.

The Hi-Mod version of the Synapse Carbon saves weight for top level performance. Synapse is available in three types: Synapse Carbon Hi-Mod, Synapse Carbon, and the budget-oriented Synapse Alloy.

Model	Cannondale Synapse Alloy 5 105	Cannondale Synapse Alloy 6 Tiagra	Cannondale Synapse Alloy 7 Sora
Price	$1300	$1000	$800
Frame	Synapse Alloy BB30	Synapse Alloy
Fork	Synapse SAVE carbon blades
Front Hub	Shimano RS10	Formula RB-51
Rear Hub		Formula RB-52
Spokes		Stainless Steel
Rim		Maddux DRX 4000
Tires	Schwalbe Lugano	Schwalbe Lugano	Schwalbe Lugano
Crank	FSA Gossamer BB30	FSA Omega MegaExo	FSA Vero
BB	FSA BB30	FSA Mega Exo	FSA
Chain	Shimano 105 5700	KMC 9-Speed
Cassette	Shimano 105 5700	SRAM PG-950
Front Derailleur	Shimano 105 5700	Shimano Tiagra	Shimano Sora
Rear Derailleur	Shimano 105 5700	Shimano Tiagra	Shimano Sora
Shifters	Shimano 105 5700	Shimano Tiagra	Shimano Sora
Handlebar	Cannondale C3 Compact	Cannondale C4 Compact
Stem	Cannondale C3	Cannondale C4
Headset	Synapse Si
Brakes	Tektro R580	Cannondale C4
Saddle	Cannondale Stage
Seatpost	Cannondale C4
Sizes	48, 41, 54, 56, 58, 61 cm
Colors	Magnesium White/ Blue Jet Black w/ White	Indigo Blue w/ White Magnesium White w/ Race Red	Jet Black w/ White Race Red w/ White
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