Cannondale Synapse Carbon 5 Bike
$3,599.00
Designed to go fast and built to go long, this Cannondale bike will keep you comfortable even on rough roads. The lightweight carbon frame is ready for long-distance missions or fast group rides.
Key Details
Wheel Size
700c
Number of Gears
24 gear(s)
- An exceptional all-round road bike for comfortable, high-performance road riding, long-distance missions or fast group rides, whether you like to go long, short or fast
- Proportional Response construction gives every rider a great fit and feel for a great ride
- Everything on the bike has been tuned and tested by frame size, so that the bike works in harmony with you to give the best possible ride for you and your height
- With advancements in the carbon layup, this Synapse is 20% more compliant than its predecessor, ensuring you feel comfortable even on the roughest roads
- StashPort storage system in the down tube is there when you need it and hidden when you don't—pair it with the included StashBag to secure your ride essentials
- StashPort is accessed beneath the water bottle cage; StashBag is a specially designed bag for tools and other ride essentials
- D-shaped seatpost design enhances aerodynamics and boosts vertical compliance, reducing muscle fatigue so that you stay fresher on longer days
- Cannondale V-shape Delta steerer keeps your cockpit tidy with internally routed cables; reduced head tube frontal area offers additional aero gains and a sleek look
- Smooth, consistent, reliable 2x12-speed shifting from Shimano 105 mechanical drivetrain
- Best-in-class tire clearance with a maximum measured width of up to 42 mm—with at least 4 mm of extra clearance on each side—for added versatility
- DT Swiss 470 rims with Vittoria Zaffrio Pro V 32c tires for grip, durability and speed
- Pedals not included
- NOTE: Specs and images are subject to change based on component availability
Imported.
This bike comes with Coast to Coast Support, which includes:
New bikes go through a normal break-in period, after which they should be readjusted. All bicycles sold at REI include free adjustments for one year after purchase date—as many times as you need. Included: derailleur and brake adjustments, lateral wheel truing, hub and headset bearing adjustments, tire inflation and chain lubrication. Not included: replacement or installation of new components or accessories, any other services. Call your local REI Co-op Bike Shop for more information.
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- Free tubes with purchase of flat tire repair (Co-op Cycles brand tubes only; tube must be installed at time of purchase)
New bikes go through a normal break-in period, after which they should be readjusted. All bicycles sold at REI include free adjustments for one year after purchase date—as many times as you need. Included: derailleur and brake adjustments, lateral wheel truing, hub and headset bearing adjustments, tire inflation and chain lubrication. Not included: replacement or installation of new components or accessories, any other services. Call your local REI Co-op Bike Shop for more information.
| Best Use | Road Cycling |
|---|---|
| Frame | Synapse Carbon, Proportional Response construction, integrated cable routing, 12x142 mm thru-axle, UDH, BSA 68 mm threaded BB, flat mount disc, integrated seat binder, SmartSense Gen 2.0 compatible |
| Bike Suspension | No Suspension |
| Fork | Synapse Carbon, integrated crown race, 12x100 mm thru-axle, flat mount disc, internal routing, 1-1/8 to 1-1/5 in. Delta steerer, 55 mm offset, fender mounts |
| Crankset | Shimano 105 7100, BSA, 50/35 |
| Bottom Bracket | Shimano BSA 68 |
| Shifters | Shimano 105 7100, 12-speed |
| Front Derailleur | Shimano 105 7100, braze-on |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano 105 7100 |
| Rear Cogs | Shimano 105 7100, 11-36, 12-speed |
| Number of Gears | 24 gear(s) |
| Brake Type | Hydraulic Disc Brake |
| Brakes | Shimano 105 7170 hydraulic disc, 160/160 RT70 rotors |
| Brake Levers | Shimano 105 7100 |
| Rims | DT Swiss E550, 28h, tubeless ready |
| Front Hub | Shimano RS470, 12x100 mm centerlock |
| Rear Hub | Shimano RS470, 12x142 mm centerlock |
| Wheel Size | 700c |
| Tires | Vittoria Zaffiro Pro V, 700x32c |
| Tire Width | 32c |
| Handlebar Shape | Drop Bar |
| Handlebar | Vision Trimax Compact TT alloy |
| Stem | Cannondale C1 Conceal, alloy, 31.8, -6 degrees |
| Seat Post | HollowGram 27, alloy, 2 bolt clamp, 330 mm, 15 mm offset |
| Saddle | Fizik Terra Argo X7, 150 mm |
| Pedals | Not Included |
| Headset | Integrated, 1-1/8 to 1-1/2 in. |
| Chain | Shimano 105 7100, 12-speed |
| Weight | Unavailable |
| Gender | Unisex |
Cannondale Bikes (248912)
| 44 CM | 48 CM | 51 CM | 54 CM | 56 CM | 58 CM | 61 CM | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 36.6 | 37.1 | 37.6 | 38.1 | 38.7 | 39.3 | 40.2 |
| Stack | 51.0 | 53.0 | 55.0 | 57.0 | 59.0 | 61.0 | 64.0 |
| Effective Top Tube | 52.2 | 53.3 | 54.4 | 55.5 | 56.7 | 58.0 | 59.8 |
| Seat Tube Center-Top | 40.7 | 40.7 | 44.3 | 48.0 | 52.0 | 55.0 | 59.0 |
| Standover Height | 74.4 | 72.2 | 75.2 | 78.5 | 81.5 | 84.3 | 87.8 |
| Head Tube Length | 9.1 | 10.8 | 12.7 | 15.0 | 17.1 | 19.6 | 22.7 |
| Head Tube Angle (degrees) | 69.8 | 70.9 | 71.3 | 71.3 | 71.3 | 71.3 | 71.3 |
| Seat Tube Angle (degrees) | 73.0 | 73.0 | 73.0 | 73.0 | 73.0 | 73.0 | 73.0 |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 27.8 | 27.8 | 27.8 | 28.0 | 28.0 | 28.3 | 28.3 |
| Wheelbase | 100.3 | 100.5 | 101.3 | 102.6 | 104.4 | 105.8 | 107.7 |
| Chainstay | 42.5 | 42.5 | 42.5 | 42.5 | 43.0 | 43.0 | 43.0 |
| Fork Offset | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
Sizing Notes
Measurements are stated in centimeters unless otherwise indicated.
How we measure bikes
- Standover Height Standover Height is a measurement from the ground to the top of the top tube, measured at the midpoint of the top tube.
- Reach Reach is the horizontal distance from the center of the cranks to the center of the head tube, measured at head tube level.
- Stack Stack is the vertical distance from the center of the cranks to the center of the head tube, measured to the top of the head tube.
- Effective Top Tube Effective top tube is the distance from the center of the head tube to the center of the seat tube/seat post, measured parallel to the ground.
- Seat Tube Center to Top Seat Tube length is the measurement of the seat tube, from the center of the cranks to the top of the seat tube.
- Head Tube Length Head Tube Length is measured from the bottom to the top of the head tube.
- Head Tube Angle Head Tube Angle is the acute angle between the head tube and the ground (measured towards the rear of the bike)
- Seat Tube Angle Seat Tube Angle is the acute angle between the seat tube and the ground (measured towards the rear of the bike).
- Bottom Bracket Height Bottom Bracket Height is a measurement taken vertically from the ground up to the center of the cranks.
- Wheelbase Wheelbase is the measurement from the center of the front axle to the center of the rear axle.
- Chainstay Length Chainstay Length is the measurement from the center of the cranks to the center of the rear axle.
- Fork Offset Fork Offset, or rake, is the distance from the front axle to a line drawn parallel to the center of the head tube or steering axis.
