Cannondale Synapse Carbon Ultegra 3 Compact Bike - 2016
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With comfort-oriented geometry made for endurance rides, the Cannondale Synapse Carbon Ultegra 3 road bike offers excellent performance with its ultralight carbon frame and Shimano Ultegra parts.
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Wheel Size
700c
Number of Gears
22 gear(s)
- Synapse carbon frame features optimized tube shaping to promote efficiency and comfort; frame geometry gives a more upright position than more race-oriented road frames
- Rear part of the frame and the all-carbon fork feature the Cannondale Synapse Active Vibration Elimination (S.A.V.E.) technology for damping road vibration
- Cannondale HollowGram Si compact crankset shaves weight while BB30 bottom bracket shell design increases stiffness for improved power transfer
- Compact crank and 11-32t cassette provide wide-ranging gearing options for easy spinning no matter the gradient
- High-performance Shimano Ultegra levers and derailleurs supply precise, snappy shifts throughout the 22 gear combinations
- Shimano Ultegra dual-pivot caliper brakes help save weight and maintain dependable braking performance
- Mavic Aksium wheelset is decked out with fast Mavic Aksion WTS tires for excellent handling 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 | BallisTec carbon |
| Fork | BallisTec carbon |
| Bike Suspension | No Suspension |
| Crankset | Cannondale HollowGram Si, 50/34 |
| Bottom Bracket | FSA BB30 |
| Shifters | Shimano Ultegra |
| Front Derailleur | Shimano Ultegra |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano Ultegra |
| Rear Cogs | Shimano Ultegra, 11-32, 11-speed |
| Number of Gears | 22 gear(s) |
| Brake Type | Rim |
| Brakes | Shimano Ultegra |
| Brake Levers | Shimano Ultegra |
| Rims | Mavic Aksium One WTS |
| Front Hub | Mavic Aksium One |
| Rear Hub | Mavic Aksium One |
| Wheel Size | 700c |
| Tires | Mavic Aksion WTS, 700 x 25, folding |
| Tire Width | 25 millimeters |
| Handlebar Shape | Drop Bar |
| Handlebar | Cannondale C2, 2014 alloy |
| Stem | Cannondale C2 |
| Seat Post | Cannondale C2, UD carbon |
| Saddle | Fabric Spoon Shallow Race, Ti rail |
| Pedals | Sold separately |
| Headset | CAADX Si |
| Chain | Shimano HG700 |
| Weight | 16 lbs. 12.8 oz. |
| Bike Weight | Bike weight is based on median size, as sold, or the average of two median sizes. |
| Gender | Unisex |
Cannondale Bikes (892475)
| 51 CM | 54 CM | 56 CM | 58 CM | 61 CM | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Height Range | 5'3" - 5'6" | 5'6" - 5'9" | 5'9" - 6'0" | 6'0" - 6'3" | 6'3" - 6'6" |
| Reach | 37.0 | 37.8 | 38.6 | 39.4 | 40.2 |
| Stack | 54.9 | 57.0 | 59.0 | 61.1 | 63.1 |
| Effective Top Tube | 52.4 | 54.2 | 56.1 | 58.1 | 60.1 |
| Seat Tube Center-Top | 46.0 | 49.0 | 51.0 | 54.0 | 57.5 |
| Standover Height | 72.5 | 75.8 | 77.8 | 81.0 | 84.5 |
| Head Tube Length | 14.6 | 16.6 | 18.6 | 20.8 | 22.9 |
| Head Tube Angle (degrees) | 71.3° | 72.0° | 72.5° | 73.0° | 73.0° |
| Seat Tube Angle (degrees) | 74.3° | 73.9° | 73.5° | 73.0° | 72.5° |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 26.5 | 26.8 | 26.8 | 27.0 | 27.0 |
| Wheelbase | 98.6 | 99.0 | 100.0 | 101.3 | 102.8 |
| Chainstay | 41.0 | 41.0 | 41.0 | 41.3 | 41.3 |
| Fork Offset | 5.0 | 4.5 | 4.5 | 4.5 | 4.5 |
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.