Cannondale
В производстве2021–

Scalpel (XC)

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Происхождение

The Scalpel is Cannondale's XC race weapon, with a lineage dating back decades. The 2021 redesign was a landmark: FlexPivot replaced the lower suspension bearing with precisely engineered carbon flex zones — the frame literally bends where a Horst link would pivot. The result is a true four-bar suspension feel at near-hardtail weight. A full 2024 update stretched the chainstays per size and slackened the head angle to 66.6° — acknowledging that XC racing has moved to gnarlier terrain, while keeping the frame under 2 kg with shock.

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Характеристики

Рама
Series 0 carbon; ~1910 g frame complete with shock; 73 mm BSA; 148x12 mm thru-axle UDH; 1.5" headtube with 1-1/8" upper reducer; post-mount disc; full internal cable routing; Proportional Response per size
Вес
kg
Трансмиссия
1x12 XC; SRAM XX SL T-Type (LAB71) or GX Eagle T-Type or Shimano Deore/XT (build-dependent)
Тормоза
Hydraulic disc
Колёса
29" tubeless-ready; DT-Swiss XRC 1200 Spline or HollowGram XC-S 27 carbon (top builds); Stan's NoTubes on mid builds
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Вердикт

+Достоинства
  • Exceptionally light full-suspension XC frame
  • FlexPivot delivers genuine four-bar traction without extra maintenance
  • Modern geometry handles real XC race terrain
Недостатки
  • 120 mm travel limits aggressive enduro use
  • Carbon FlexPivot commands a premium
  • Race-oriented fit not ideal for trail riding
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