Cannondale Synapse Carbon 2 RLE Bike

Features

• Lightweight Synapse Carbon frameset with subtle aerodynamic shaping of the frame and fork
• Shimano Ultegra Di2, 12-speed electronic group with hydraulic disc brakes
• FSA Gossamer handlebar
• Comes equipped with a Fulcrum Rapid Red 500 wheelset
• Clearance for 35 mm tires lets you venture beyond the perfectly paved roads with comfort and grip—or ride through the wet season with full fenders
• Everything you need for a bump-absorbing smooth ride is engineered into the frame shape and carbon layup, giving you a light, sleek ride that’s unlike anything else
• Proportional Response size-specific construction creates optimal frame stiffness and compliance for each frame size
• Mounts and eyelets galore mean you can equip the bike for whatever the day has in store, including full fender compatibility
• SmartSense system of intelligent lights (and optional rear-facing radar) makes it easy to ride smart
• Pedals not included
• Specs and images are subject to change

Imported.

This bike comes with Coast to Coast Support, which includes:

• 1 year of free adjustments (see more below)
• In-store bike assembly
• Pickup in store or curbside
• Bike experts available at 170+ bike shops

REI Co-op Members get more:

• Free flat tire repairs (labor only; parts not included)
• 20% off shop services

More about our free adjustments: 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.View the Cannondale Synapse Product LineView all Cannondale Endurance Bikes

Technical Specs

Best Use

Frame

Fork

Bike Suspension

Crankset

Bottom Bracket

Shifters

Front Derailleur

Rear Derailleur

Rear Cogs

Number of Gears

Brake Type

Brakes

Brake Levers

Rims

Front Hub

Rear Hub

Wheel Size

Tires

Tire Width

Handlebar Shape

Handlebar

Stem

Seat Post

Saddle

Pedals

Headset

Chain

Weight

Bike Weight

Gender

Road Cycling

Synapse Carbon, Proportional Response size-specific design, 12 x 142 mm thru axle, thru-tube internal cable routing with Switch Plate, removable fender bridge, hidden rack/fender mounts

Synapse Carbon, integrated crown race, Proportional Response size-specific design, 12 x 100 mm thru axle, thru-tube internal routing, hidden fender mounts

No Suspension

Shimano Ultegra, BSA, 50/34

Shimano R8100 BSA

Shimano Ultegra Di2 R8170 hydraulic disc, wireless, 2 x 12-speed

Shimano Ultegra Di2 R8150, braze-on

Shimano Ultegra Di2 R8150

Shimano Ultegra R8100, 11-34T, 12-speed

24 gear(s)

Hydraulic Disc Brake

Shimano Ultegra Di2 R8170 hydraulic disc, 160/160 mm RT800 rotors

Shimano Ultegra Di2 R8170 hydraulic disc

Fulcrum Rapid Red 500

Fulcrum Rapid Red 500, 12 x 100 mm centerlock

Fulcrum Rapid Red 500, 12 x 142 mm centerlock

700c

Vittoria Rubino Pro Bright Black, 700c x 30 mm, reflective

30 millimeters

Drop Bar

FSA Gossamer Compact

Cannondale 2, 6061 Alloy, 31.8, 7 degree

Cannondale 2 SmartSense, UD Carbon, 27.2 x 350 mm (48-56), 400 mm (58-61)

Fizik Tempo Argo R5, 150 mm width, S-alloy rails

Not included

1-1/4 to 1-1/8 in.

Shimano Ultegra R8100, 12-speed

19 lbs. 11.2 oz.

Bike weight is based on median size, as sold, or the average of two median sizes.

Unisex

Size Chart

48 CM51 CM54 CM56 CM58 CM61 CMHeight Range

Reach

Stack

Effective Top Tube

Seat Tube Center-Top

Standover Height

Head Tube Length

Head Tube Angle (degrees)

Seat Tube Angle (degrees)

Bottom Bracket Height

Wheelbase

Chainstay

Fork Offset

5’2″ – 5’6″	5’5″ – 5’9″	5’7″ – 5’11”	5’9″ – 6’1″	6’0″ – 6’4″	6’3″ – 6’8″
37.1	37.6	38.1	38.7	39.3	40.2
53.0	55.0	57.0	59.0	61.0	64.0
53.3	54.4	55.5	56.7	57.9	59.8
40.7	44.3	48.0	52.0	55.0	59.0
71.2	74.2	77.3	78.7	83.3	86.8
10.9	13.0	14.3	16.4	18.7	21.8
71.3	71.4	73.1	73.2	73.3	73.4
73.0	73.0	73.0	73.0	73.0	73.0
27.0	27.0	27.2	27.2	27.5	27.5
99.1	100.2	98.7	99.8	101.1	102.8
41.5	41.5	41.5	41.5	41.5	41.5
5.5	5.5	4.5	4.5	4.5	4.5

Sizing Notes

Measurements are stated in centimeters unless otherwise indicated.

How we measure bikes

bike diagram loading

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.