With a focus on both XC racing podiums and challenging trails, the Cannondale Scalpel Carbon 4 2025 is a reliable option for speed. Its Series 1 carbon construction frameset, Shimano Deore/XT 12-speed drivetrain, RockShox SID suspension, and Stan's NoTubes Crest S2 rims combine to create a high-performance and controlled experience.
Thrill ride. With the most advanced XC suspension and geometry, and rowdy-ready spec, the new Scalpel redefines cross-country speed – again. The thrill of speed. Winning XC and Marathon races. High-speed trail slaying.
Highlights:
- Superlight Carbon frame with FlexPivot, 120mm travel, and Proportional Response-Tuned Suspension and Geometry
- RockShox SID 120mm fork and SIDLuxe Select+ rear shock
- Shimano’s race-ready Deore M6100 12-speed shifting, with an XT rear derailleur
- Powerful, reliable Shimano MT501 hydraulic disc brakes
- Stan’s tubeless-ready Crest S2 rims with Maxxis Rekon Race and Aspen WT 2.4” tyres
- Cannondale’s DownLow dropper seatpost
Sizing:
- S: 5'1" - 5'5"
- M: 5'4" - 5'9"
- L: 5'8" - 6'0"
- XL: 5'11" - 6'5"
Specifications
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DisciplineXC/
Trail -
MaterialCarbon
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Front Travel120mm
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Rear Travel120mm
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Wheel Size29"
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WarrantyLimited Lifetime (frame)
Frame - Scalpel, lightweight carbon construction, 120mm travel, Proportional Response Suspension and Geometry, FlexPivot Chainstay, full internal cable routing, 73mm BSA, 1.5” headtube with 1-1/8” upper reducer/internal cable guide, 148x12mm thru axle, 55mm chainline, UDH, post-mount disc – 160mm native
Fork - RockShox SID, 120mm, DebonAir, 15x110mm thru-axle, tapered steerer, 44mm offset, TwistLoc remote dual lockout
Rear Shock - RockShox SIDLuxe Select+, 2-Pos mode adjust, adjustable rebound, 190x45, TwistLoc remote dual lockout
Rims - Stan’s NoTubes Crest S2, 32h, tubeless ready
Hubs - (F) Shimano TC-500, 15x110mm thru-axle / (R) Shimano MT410B, 12x148mm thru-axle
Spokes - DT Swiss Champion
Tyres - (F) Maxxis Rekon Race WT, 29x2.4”, EXOProtection, tubeless ready / (R) Maxxis Aspen WT, 29x2.4”, EXO Protection, tubeless ready
Pedals - Not Included
Crank - Shimano M5121, 32T
Bottom Bracket - Shimano BSA 73mm
Chain - Shimano Deore, 12-speed
Cassette - Shimano Deore, 10-51, 12-speed
Rear Derailleur - Shimano Deore 6100
Shifters - Shimano Deore 6100, 12-speed
Handlebar - Cannondale 2 Flat, butted 2014 Alloy, 31.8mm, 3° rise, 8° sweep, 760mm
Grips - RockShox Smooth Silicone
Stem - Cannondale C1 Conceal, Alloy, 31.8, -6°
Headset - Acros ICR
Brakes - Shimano MT501, hydraulic disc, 180/160mm RT10 rotors
Brake Levers - Shimano MT501 hydraulic disc
Saddle - Prologo Dimension NDR, STN rails
Seatpost - Cannondale DownLow Dropper, internal routing, 31.6, 125mm (S), 150mm (M-XL)
Sizes - SM, MD, LG, XL
Scalpel Carbon 4 2026
- XC / Trail
- 120 / 120mm travel
- Carbon frame
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With a focus on both XC racing podiums and challenging trails, the Cannondale Scalpel Carbon 4 2025 is a reliable option for speed. Its Series 1 carbon construction frameset, Shimano Deore/XT 12-speed drivetrain, RockShox SID suspension, and Stan's NoTubes Crest S2 rims combine to create a high-performance and controlled experience.
Thrill ride. With the most advanced XC suspension and geometry, and rowdy-ready spec, the new Scalpel redefines cross-country speed – again. The thrill of speed. Winning XC and Marathon races. High-speed trail slaying.
Highlights:
- Superlight Carbon frame with FlexPivot, 120mm travel, and Proportional Response-Tuned Suspension and Geometry
- RockShox SID 120mm fork and SIDLuxe Select+ rear shock
- Shimano’s race-ready Deore M6100 12-speed shifting, with an XT rear derailleur
- Powerful, reliable Shimano MT501 hydraulic disc brakes
- Stan’s tubeless-ready Crest S2 rims with Maxxis Rekon Race and Aspen WT 2.4” tyres
- Cannondale’s DownLow dropper seatpost
Sizing:
- S: 5'1" - 5'5"
- M: 5'4" - 5'9"
- L: 5'8" - 6'0"
- XL: 5'11" - 6'5"
Specifications
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DisciplineXC/
Trail -
MaterialCarbon
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Front Travel120mm
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Rear Travel120mm
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Wheel Size29"
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WarrantyLimited Lifetime (frame)
Frame - Scalpel, lightweight carbon construction, 120mm travel, Proportional Response Suspension and Geometry, FlexPivot Chainstay, full internal cable routing, 73mm BSA, 1.5” headtube with 1-1/8” upper reducer/internal cable guide, 148x12mm thru axle, 55mm chainline, UDH, post-mount disc – 160mm native
Fork - RockShox SID, 120mm, DebonAir, 15x110mm thru-axle, tapered steerer, 44mm offset, TwistLoc remote dual lockout
Rear Shock - RockShox SIDLuxe Select+, 2-Pos mode adjust, adjustable rebound, 190x45, TwistLoc remote dual lockout
Rims - Stan’s NoTubes Crest S2, 32h, tubeless ready
Hubs - (F) Shimano TC-500, 15x110mm thru-axle / (R) Shimano MT410B, 12x148mm thru-axle
Spokes - DT Swiss Champion
Tyres - (F) Maxxis Rekon Race WT, 29x2.4”, EXOProtection, tubeless ready / (R) Maxxis Aspen WT, 29x2.4”, EXO Protection, tubeless ready
Pedals - Not Included
Crank - Shimano M5121, 32T
Bottom Bracket - Shimano BSA 73mm
Chain - Shimano Deore, 12-speed
Cassette - Shimano Deore, 10-51, 12-speed
Rear Derailleur - Shimano Deore 6100
Shifters - Shimano Deore 6100, 12-speed
Handlebar - Cannondale 2 Flat, butted 2014 Alloy, 31.8mm, 3° rise, 8° sweep, 760mm
Grips - RockShox Smooth Silicone
Stem - Cannondale C1 Conceal, Alloy, 31.8, -6°
Headset - Acros ICR
Brakes - Shimano MT501, hydraulic disc, 180/160mm RT10 rotors
Brake Levers - Shimano MT501 hydraulic disc
Saddle - Prologo Dimension NDR, STN rails
Seatpost - Cannondale DownLow Dropper, internal routing, 31.6, 125mm (S), 150mm (M-XL)
Sizes - SM, MD, LG, XL
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