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Synapse Carbon 5

The Cannondale Synapse Carbon 5 delivers WorldTour-level performance reimagined for real-world roads, blending comfort, speed, and versatility in one high-performance package. Built on a lightweight Synapse carbon frameset with wind-tunnel-sculpted tubing and StashPort downtube storage, it’s ready for long rides, fast group sessions, and everything in between. The Shimano 105 2x12-speed mechanical drivetrain ensures smooth, reliable shifting, while DT Swiss 470 rims with 32c Vittoria Zaffiro Pro V tires offer confident grip and all-day durability. With Proportional Response Construction for a dialed fit by frame size and 20% more compliance than previous models, the Synapse Carbon 5 is your go-to for high-comfort road riding with no performance compromise.

Frameset

Frame:
Synapse Carbon, Proportional Response construction, integrated cable routing, downtube Stashport, 12x142 thru-axle, UDH, BSA 68mm threaded BB, flat mount disc, integrated seat binder, SmartSense Gen 2.0 compatible, fender mounts
Fork:
Synapse Carbon, integrated crown race, 12x100mm thru-axle, flat mount disc, internal routing, 1-1/8" to 1-1/5" Delta steerer, 55mm offset, fender mounts
Headset:
Integrated, 1-1/8" - 1-1/2"

Drivetrain

Rear Derailleur:
Shimano 105 7100, 12-speed
Front Derailleur:
Shimano 105 7100, braze-on, 2-speed
Shifters:
Shimano 105 7100, 2x12-speed
Chain:
Shimano 105 7100, 12-speed
Crank:
Shimano 105 7100, BSA, 50/35
Rear Cogs:
Shimano 105 7100, 11-36, 12-speed
Bottom Bracket:
Shimano BSA 68

Brakes

Brakes:
Shimano 105 7170 hydraulic disc, 160/160 RT64 centerlock rotors
Brake Levers:
Shimano 105 7120 hydraulic disc

Wheels

Rims:
DT Swiss R470 DB, 28h
Spokes:
Stainless steel, 14g
Hubs:
(F) Shimano RS470, 12x100mm centerlock / (R) Shimano RS470, 12x142mm centerlock
Front Tire:
Vittoria Zaffiro Pro V, 700x32c
Rear Tire:
Vittoria Zaffiro Pro V, 700x32c

Components

Handlebar:
Vision Trimax Compact TT Alloy
Stem:
Cannondale C1 Conceal, Alloy, 31.8, -6°
Grips:
Cannondale Bar Tape, 3.5mm
Saddle:
Fizik Terra Argo X7, 150mm
Seatpost:
HollowGram 27, Alloy, 2 bolt clamp, 330mm, 15mm offset
Extras:
Large StashBag downtube storage bag

Note: Specifications are subject to change without notice based on component availability.

Size Height Range
44
5’0”

5’4”
48
5’2”

5’6”
51
5’5”

5’9”
54
5’7”

5’11”
56
5’9”

6’1”
58
6’0”

6’4”
61
6’3”

6’8”

Geometry

cannondale Synapse Carbon geometry

The Cannondale Synapse Carbon 5 delivers WorldTour-level performance reimagined for real-world roads, blending comfort, speed, and versatility in one high-performance package. Built on a lightweight Synapse carbon frameset with wind-tunnel-sculpted tubing and StashPort downtube storage, it’s ready for long rides, fast group sessions, and everything in between. The Shimano 105 2x12-speed mechanical drivetrain ensures smooth, reliable shifting, while DT Swiss 470 rims with 32c Vittoria Zaffiro Pro V tires offer confident grip and all-day durability. With Proportional Response Construction for a dialed fit by frame size and 20% more compliance than previous models, the Synapse Carbon 5 is your go-to for high-comfort road riding with no performance compromise.

Frameset

Frame:
Synapse Carbon, Proportional Response construction, integrated cable routing, downtube Stashport, 12x142 thru-axle, UDH, BSA 68mm threaded BB, flat mount disc, integrated seat binder, SmartSense Gen 2.0 compatible, fender mounts
Fork:
Synapse Carbon, integrated crown race, 12x100mm thru-axle, flat mount disc, internal routing, 1-1/8" to 1-1/5" Delta steerer, 55mm offset, fender mounts
Headset:
Integrated, 1-1/8" - 1-1/2"

Drivetrain

Rear Derailleur:
Shimano 105 7100, 12-speed
Front Derailleur:
Shimano 105 7100, braze-on, 2-speed
Shifters:
Shimano 105 7100, 2x12-speed
Chain:
Shimano 105 7100, 12-speed
Crank:
Shimano 105 7100, BSA, 50/35
Rear Cogs:
Shimano 105 7100, 11-36, 12-speed
Bottom Bracket:
Shimano BSA 68

Brakes

Brakes:
Shimano 105 7170 hydraulic disc, 160/160 RT64 centerlock rotors
Brake Levers:
Shimano 105 7120 hydraulic disc

Wheels

Rims:
DT Swiss R470 DB, 28h
Spokes:
Stainless steel, 14g
Hubs:
(F) Shimano RS470, 12x100mm centerlock / (R) Shimano RS470, 12x142mm centerlock
Front Tire:
Vittoria Zaffiro Pro V, 700x32c
Rear Tire:
Vittoria Zaffiro Pro V, 700x32c

Components

Handlebar:
Vision Trimax Compact TT Alloy
Stem:
Cannondale C1 Conceal, Alloy, 31.8, -6°
Grips:
Cannondale Bar Tape, 3.5mm
Saddle:
Fizik Terra Argo X7, 150mm
Seatpost:
HollowGram 27, Alloy, 2 bolt clamp, 330mm, 15mm offset
Extras:
Large StashBag downtube storage bag

Note: Specifications are subject to change without notice based on component availability.

Size Height Range
44
5’0”

5’4”
48
5’2”

5’6”
51
5’5”

5’9”
54
5’7”

5’11”
56
5’9”

6’1”
58
6’0”

6’4”
61
6’3”

6’8”

Geometry

cannondale Synapse Carbon geometry

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Description

The Cannondale Synapse Carbon 5 delivers WorldTour-level performance reimagined for real-world roads, blending comfort, speed, and versatility in one high-performance package. Built on a lightweight Synapse carbon frameset with wind-tunnel-sculpted tubing and StashPort downtube storage, it’s ready for long rides, fast group sessions, and everything in between. The Shimano 105 2x12-speed mechanical drivetrain ensures smooth, reliable shifting, while DT Swiss 470 rims with 32c Vittoria Zaffiro Pro V tires offer confident grip and all-day durability. With Proportional Response Construction for a dialed fit by frame size and 20% more compliance than previous models, the Synapse Carbon 5 is your go-to for high-comfort road riding with no performance compromise.

Frameset

Frame:
Synapse Carbon, Proportional Response construction, integrated cable routing, downtube Stashport, 12x142 thru-axle, UDH, BSA 68mm threaded BB, flat mount disc, integrated seat binder, SmartSense Gen 2.0 compatible, fender mounts
Fork:
Synapse Carbon, integrated crown race, 12x100mm thru-axle, flat mount disc, internal routing, 1-1/8" to 1-1/5" Delta steerer, 55mm offset, fender mounts
Headset:
Integrated, 1-1/8" - 1-1/2"

Drivetrain

Rear Derailleur:
Shimano 105 7100, 12-speed
Front Derailleur:
Shimano 105 7100, braze-on, 2-speed
Shifters:
Shimano 105 7100, 2x12-speed
Chain:
Shimano 105 7100, 12-speed
Crank:
Shimano 105 7100, BSA, 50/35
Rear Cogs:
Shimano 105 7100, 11-36, 12-speed
Bottom Bracket:
Shimano BSA 68

Brakes

Brakes:
Shimano 105 7170 hydraulic disc, 160/160 RT64 centerlock rotors
Brake Levers:
Shimano 105 7120 hydraulic disc

Wheels

Rims:
DT Swiss R470 DB, 28h
Spokes:
Stainless steel, 14g
Hubs:
(F) Shimano RS470, 12x100mm centerlock / (R) Shimano RS470, 12x142mm centerlock
Front Tire:
Vittoria Zaffiro Pro V, 700x32c
Rear Tire:
Vittoria Zaffiro Pro V, 700x32c

Components

Handlebar:
Vision Trimax Compact TT Alloy
Stem:
Cannondale C1 Conceal, Alloy, 31.8, -6°
Grips:
Cannondale Bar Tape, 3.5mm
Saddle:
Fizik Terra Argo X7, 150mm
Seatpost:
HollowGram 27, Alloy, 2 bolt clamp, 330mm, 15mm offset
Extras:
Large StashBag downtube storage bag

Note: Specifications are subject to change without notice based on component availability.

Size Height Range
44
5’0”

5’4”
48
5’2”

5’6”
51
5’5”

5’9”
54
5’7”

5’11”
56
5’9”

6’1”
58
6’0”

6’4”
61
6’3”

6’8”

Geometry

cannondale Synapse Carbon geometry

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