2026 Cannondale Synapse 2

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Regular price $2,999.99

Road Reimagined

Roll smooth, roll fast, roll confident. Wherever the road takes you, roll with Synapse – our most comfortable, all-around, up-for-anything, pure road machine.

Model Description

Versatile performance meets refined comfort. The Synapse 2’s lightweight alloy frame keeps the ride rapid, responsive, and smooth, while Shimano’s new CUES U6000 road group offers durable, reliable shifting and braking. With proven DT Swiss 470 wheels and plenty of gear mounts, this is your go-anywhere, ride-forever companion.

What it's for

Enjoyable road riding with comfort, speed, and finesse

Highlights

Lightweight SmartForm C2 Alloy frame w/ full carbon fork
Durable, reliable, wide-range, 2x10-speed shifting from Shimano’s new CUES U6000 road group
Powerful, controllable braking from Shimano’s CUES hydraulic disc brakes
Proven all-around road performance from DT Swiss R 470 DB rims with Vittoria 700x30c tires

Colour: Obsidian

Details

Platform
Synapse
Model Name
Synapse 2
Model Code
C12104U

Frameset

Frame
Synapse, lightweight SmartForm C2 Alloy, SmartSense compatible, BSA threaded BB, internal cable routing, flat mount, 142x12 thru-axle, removable fender bridge, hidden rack/fender mounts
Fork
Synapse Carbon, integrated crown race, 12x100mm thru-axle, internal routing, flat mount brake, fender mounts
Headset
Integrated, 1-1/8" - 1-1/4"

Drivetrain

Rear Derailleur
Shimano CUES U6020
Front Derailleur
Shimano CUES U6030
Shifters
Shimano CUES U6030, 10-speed
Chain
Shimano LG500, 10-speed
Crank
Shimano CUES 6040, 46/32
Rear Cogs
Shimano CUES LG300, 11-39, 10-speed
Bottom Bracket
Shimano RS500

Brakes

Brakes
Shimano CUES hydraulic disc, 160/160mm RT64 rotors
Brake Levers
Shimano CUES hydraulic disc

Wheels

Front Hub
Formula CL-712, 12x100mm centerlock
Rear Hub
Formula RXC-400, 12x142mm centerlock
Rims
DT Swiss R470 DB, 28h, tubeless compatible
Spokes
Stainless Steel, 14g
Tire Size
30
Wheel Size
700c
Tires
Zaffiro Pro Bright Black Reflective, 700x30c
Front Tire
Vittoria Zaffiro Pro V, 700x30c, reflective strip
Rear Tire
Vittoria Zaffiro Pro V, 700x30c, reflective strip

Components

Handlebar
Cannondale 3, 6061 Alloy, Compact
Stem
Cannondale 3, 6061 Alloy, 31.8, 7°
Grips
Cannondale Bar Tape, 3.5mm
Saddle
Fizik Aliante Delta, S-alloy rails
Seatpost
Cannondale 3, 6061 Alloy, 27.2x350mm

Extra

Extra 1
Trainer axle end caps

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