Cannondale Scalpel HT Carbon 3

Cannondale Scalpel HT Carbon 3

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Sumarize

The Cannondale Scalpel HT Carbon 3 is designed for XC racing. This hardtail bike is built to climb quickly, handle technical terrain, and descend easily. With a top-of-the-line RockShox SID SL Select+ RL fork, Shimano XT rear derailleur, and Shimano M6100 hydraulic disc brakes, the Scalpel HT Carbon 3 offers the best suspension and components for a smooth ride. The bike also features a Schwalbe Racing Ray EVO front tire and Racing Ralph EVO rear tires, both tubeless ready. Despite being a high-end bike, the Scalpel HT Carbon 3 holds excellent resale value.

Highlights

  • Top Carbon Frame
  • Good Groupset components
  • Top suspension components
  • Top reviews from the bike magazines

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Description

SRP3499 €
CategoryCross-Country
Travel Front100 mm
Wheels29
Frame MaterialCarbon
GroupsetShimano SLX
ForkRockShox SID SL
BrakesShimano

Reviews

Pinkbike

James Smurthwaite

Cannondale's XC hardtail has a 66.5° head tube angle.

Loam Wolf

Sean Leicht

Cannondale Scalpel SE long term review. This bike has really impressed us and here is a detailed break down of why this bike is so much fun.

Bikerumor

Tyler Benedict

The new 2021 Cannondale Scalpel mountain bike comes in their traditional 100mm travel version, plus a new 120mm Scalpel SE model. Both versions use the same frame, but only the 100mm Scalpel Carbon gets a premium Hi-Mod carbon fiber version that comes in at a...

MTB-News.de

Gabriel Sindlinger

"Nothing ventured, nothing gained: Cannondale presents the Scalpel HT, a race-hardtail that stands out in a special way. The only serious criticism is the total weight of 9.6 kilograms, which may not suit every racing heart..."

Pros
  1. Great downhill performance
  2. High comfort
  3. Coherent overall concept
Cons
  1. a bit heavy

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Specifications

Frame

Frame
Scalpel HT Carbon, Proportional Response Design, PF30-83, tapered head tube, 55mm chainline, Speed Release 12mm thru axle w/UDH hanger
Frame Sizes
S, M, L, XL, XXL
Frame Colors
BlackHighlighter

Suspension

Fork
RockShox SID SL Select+ RL, 100mm, Debonair, remote lockout, 15x110mm thru-axle, tapered steerer, 44mm offset
Rear Shock

Cockpit

Stem
Cannondale 2, 6061 Alloy, 31.8, 7°
Handlebars
Cannondale 2 Flat, butted 2014 Alloy, 31.8mm, 3° rise, 8° sweep, 760mm
Tape/Grips
Cannondale XC Silicone
Saddle
Cannondale Scoop Shallow Elite, hollow cro-mo rails

Drivetrain

Rear Derailleur
Shimano XT
Shift Levers
Shimano SLX, 12-speed
Cassette
Chain
Shimano SLX, 12-speed
Crankset
Cannondale 1, BB30 83MTB, OPI SpideRing, 34T, 55mm chainline
Chainrings
Bottom Bracket
Cannondale Alloy PressFit30

Brakes

Front Brake
Shimano M6100 hydraulic disc
Shift Levers

Wheels

Front Rim
Stan's NoTubes Crest MK4, 28h, tubeless ready
Rear Rim
Front Tyre
Stan's NoTubes Crest MK4, 28h, tubeless ready
Front Hub
(F) Shimano MT410, 15x110mm thru-axle / (R) Shimano MT510, 12x148mm thru-axle

Geometry Cannondale Scalpel HT Carbon 3

SizeSMMDLGXL
Seat Tube Length (mm)39.044.048.053.0
Seat Tube Angle75.0°75.0°75.0°75.0°
Head Tube Length (mm)99110122135
Head Tube Angle67.0°67.0°67.067.0°
Top Tube Length (mm)57.159.461.764.0
Chainstay Length (mm)430435440445
Wheelbase (mm)1124115411831214
Standover (mm)74.878.581.485.0
Stack (mm)60.261.262.363.5
Reach (mm)41.043.045.047.0
Wheel Size Front29"29"29"29"

Customer questions & answers

FAQ Cannondale Scalpel HT Carbon 3

What material is the frame of the Cannondale Scalpel HT Carbon 3?

The Cannondale Scalpel HT Carbon 3 ist crafted with Carbon

What is the recommended price given by the manufacturer Cannondale?

The SRP Price is our information at 3499 EUR