Cannondale Synapse 1 2025 - Road Bike

The Cannondale Synapse 1 is designed for comfort and performance on long road rides. The lightweight Synapse Alloy frame absorbs road chatter, while its responsive handling ensures an engaging ride experience.
Key Features:
- Frame: Lightweight SmartForm C2 Alloy, precision-shaped for comfort and performance
- Fork: Synapse Carbon, integrated crown race for reduced weight and improved handling
- Drivetrain: Shimano 105, 24-speed, ensuring reliable and smooth gear changes
- Brakes: Shimano 105 7170 hydraulic disc, 160mm rotors for powerful and consistent stopping
- Wheels: DT Swiss R470 DB, paired with Vittoria Zaffiro Pro Graphene 2.0 tyres
- Other Standout Feature: Internal cable routing for a sleek, clean look
- Finance Option: Available with 0% APR finance
The Synapse Alloy frame of the Cannondale Synapse 1 is crafted with SmartForm C2 technology, ensuring lightweight yet durable construction. The frame's design effectively absorbs vibrations and bumps, providing a smooth and comfortable ride without sacrificing the responsiveness needed for quick accelerations and precise handling. This balanced geometry, combined with a carbon fork, enhances ride quality and control.
Equipped with a Shimano 105 24-speed drivetrain, the Synapse 1 offers a wide range of gears for tackling any terrain with ease. The Shimano 105 hydraulic disc brakes deliver powerful and reliable braking performance, ensuring confidence in all weather conditions. The DT Swiss R470 DB wheels, combined with Vittoria Zaffiro Pro Graphene 2.0 tyres, provide excellent traction and durability, perfect for long-distance rides.
The bike's design also includes internal cable routing, keeping the cables hidden and protected, contributing to a sleek and tidy appearance. The inclusion of plenty of gear and bottle mounts, along with clearance for 32mm wide tyres, makes the Synapse 1 versatile for various road conditions and longer adventures.
Occasionally, without notice, manufacturers change product design and/or specifications.
| Frame | Lightweight SmartForm C2 Alloy, SmartSense compatible, BSA threaded BB, internal cable routing, flat mount, 142x12 thru-axle, hidden rack/fender mounts |
| Fork | Synapse Carbon, integrated crown race, 12x100mm thru-axle, internal routing, flat mount brake, fender mounts |
| Headset | Integrated, 1-1/8" - 1-1/4" |
| Stem | Cannondale 3, 6061 Alloy, 31.8, 7° |
| Bars | Cannondale 3, 6061 alloy, Compact |
| Front Brake | Shimano 105 7170, 160/160mm RT70 rotors |
| Rear Brake | Shimano 105 7170, 160/160mm RT70 rotors |
| Brake Lever | Shimano 105 |
| Front Mech | Shimano 105 |
| Rear Mech | Shimano 105 |
| Shifters | Shimano 105 |
| Speed | 24 |
| Rims | DT Swiss R470 db, 28h |
| Front Hub | Formula CL-712, 12x100mm centerlock |
| Rear Hub | Formula RXC-400, 12x142mm centerlock |
| Spokes | Stainless Steel, 14g |
| Front Tyre | Vittoria Zaffiro Pro Graphene 2.0, 700x30c |
| Rear Tyre | Vittoria Zaffiro Pro Graphene 2.0, 700x30c |
| Seat Post | Cannondale 3, 6061 Alloy, 27.2x350mm |
| Saddle | Fizik Aliante Delta, S-alloy rails |
| Chainset | Shimano 105, 50/34 |
| Bottom Bracket | Shimano BB-RS500, BSA |
| Chain | Shimano 105 |
| Cassette | Shimano 105 |
| Pedals | Resin Platform |

Cannondale Synapse 2025 Size Chart
| Size | Height (cm) | Height (Inches) |
| 44 | 152 - 162 | 5'0" - 5'4" |
| 48 | 157 - 167 | 5'2" - 5'6" |
| 51 | 165 - 175 | 5'5" - 5'9" |
| 54 | 170 - 180 | 5'7" - 5'11" |
| 56 | 175 - 185 | 5'9" - 6'1" |
| 58 | 182 - 193 | 6'0" - 6'4" |
| 61 | 190 - 203 | 6'3" - 6'8" |
Cannondale Synapse 2025 Geometry Chart
| Size | 44 | 48 | 51 | 54 | 56 | 58 | 61 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack | 510 | 530 | 550 | 570 | 590 | 610 | 640 |
| Reach | 365 | 371 | 376 | 381 | 387 | 393 | 402 |
| Head Tube Length | 96 | 115 | 140 | 160 | 181 | 205 | 236 |
| Head Tube Angle | 70.2° | 70.8° | 71.0° | 71.9° | 72.0° | 72.0° | 72.0° |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 263 | 263 | 268 | 270 | 270 | 273 | 273 |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 80 | 80 | 75 | 73 | 73 | 70 | 70 |
| Trail | 65 | 61 | 60 | 54 | 54 | 54 | 54 |
| Fork Rake/Offset | 55 | 55 | 55 | 55 | 55 | 55 | 55 |
| Front Centre | 584 | 591 | 602 | 606 | 617 | 630 | 649 |
| Chainstay Length | 415 | 415 | 415 | 415 | 415 | 415 | 415 |
| Wheelbase | 985 | 993 | 1006 | 1010 | 1021 | 1035 | 1054 |
| Top Tube Length (horizontal) | 521 | 533 | 544 | 555 | 567 | 580 | 598 |
| Standover Height | 681 | 702 | 723 | 753 | 784 | 810 | 845 |
| Seat Tube Length | 400 | 422 | 443 | 480 | 520 | 550 | 590 |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73.0° | 73.0° | 73.0° | 73.0° | 73.0° | 73.0° | 73.0° |
All measurements are in mm unless otherwise stated.
The above table shows the standard geometry for the bicycle as shipped, other geometry configurations may be available with certain bikes. Please contact us via Live Chat to find out more.
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