The all-new Scalpel is the next evolution of cross-country trail performance. The one where you get to have it all: World Cup XC-efficiency and full-throttle fun. Legitimately faster. Fundamentally lighter. Instantly better with unbreakable traction, incredible ability and unshakable control over every part of the course, the all-new Scalpel and Scalpel SE upgrade everything you know about performance. Ride one, and see for yourself.
At just 1910g, complete with shock and hardware, the new Scalpel is legitimately one of the lightest full suspension XC race frames in the world, and that's the least interesting thing about it.
It's all about the suspensionThe new Scalpel has the best, most advanced suspension ever created for a cross-country mountain bike. The patented FlexPivot design delivers more grip and more speed, and weighs next to nothing.
FlexPivotIncredibly durable. Incredibly flexible. These patented carbon plates create virtual Horst link pivots, while being stiffer and lighter than bearings, and not to mention completely maintenance-free.
This all-new speed machine comes in two different configurations: the ultralight, XC race-focused Scalpel; and the fast and furious trail-focused Scalpel SE. Your fast, your way.
Scalpel - the ultimate XC bikeYou want a competitive edge. You need Scalpel. With 100mm of travel front and rear, the incredible Lefty Ocho fork and lightweight parts spec, the Scalpel is built to win everywhere, from the World Cup to your local loop.
- Ultralight Hi-MOD BallisTec carbon FlexPivot frame / Lefty Ocho Carbon fork / Integrated Cannondale App connectivity
- Shimano XTR hydro disc 12-speed group / HollowGram crank
- HollowGram 25 carbon tubeless-ready wheels / Stash onboard repair kit
- It thrives on the race course and is built for chasing podiums
Suspension for SpeedThe most advanced suspension ever made for XC. While others sacrifice performance to save weight, our patented FlexPivot suspension delivers both. Incredibly light, with unreal grip, acceleration and control, it lets you go flat-out everywhere. More speed. More fun.
Degrees of DifferenceScalpel’s progressive geometry has evolved even further – we have a full degree and a half slacker headtube angle, one-degree steeper seat tube angle – creating an XC bike that’s more aggressive, lightning-fast, fun and stable everywhere, from the World Cup to your local loop.
Stiff, light, fastScalpel’s progressive geometry has evolved even further – we have a full degree and a half slacker headtube angle, one-degree steeper seat tube angle – creating an XC bike that’s more aggressive, lightning-fast, fun and stable everywhere, from the World Cup to your local loop.
The World's Best XC ForkLefty Ocho is simply the most advanced, smoothest, most precise-handling ultralight fork ever made. Its one-of-a-kind design lets you float through the chop and slice through the chunder like nothing else.
Proportional ResponseUnlike the competition, who use the same suspension kinematic across all sizes, Cannondale customise the layout of their suspension for each one, so that every rider, from the smallest to the tallest, experiences the same brilliant suspension performance.
STASH Kit ReadyEverything you need for lightning fast trailside repairs. A fabric 8-in-1 mini tool in a quick-draw holster, a Dynaplug tubeless plug kit, and your CO2 inflator, all stashed neatly under your water bottle. Quick and easy.
OutFront Steering GeometryLefty's extra-long fork offset gives you more stability and confidence when things get rough, while keeping the steering XC-quick everywhere else.
ConnectedAn 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.
Ai - Asymmetric IntegrationCannondale's unique offset drivetrain delivers big tyre/mud clearance while keeping the chainstays short for traction and agility. Factor in that it also creates a stiffer, stronger rear wheel, and Ai is a win-win.
Two Water BottlesProper hydration, without the pack.
DirectLine Cable RoutingTube-in-tube internal cable routing in the frame and swingarm makes installing cables quick and easy.