Test 2015 Road bikes with disc brakes: Cannondale Synapse - Cannondale Synapse Carbon Ult. Disc on test

In addition to the equipment, the differences lie in the carbon fibre used, which makes the currently tested frame set around 300 grams heavier. Touring riders, for whom the bike is designed with a very upright riding position and high suspension comfort, are unlikely to be bothered by this. Many details such as the beautifully shaped seat clamp, the split seat tube or the elaborate cable routing testify to the premium claim of the technically good frameset, while the Synapse remains inexpensive in this version. With the 32 mm mountain cassette, even steep climbs are easy to master for amateur riders, although the small brake discs are not suitable for riders of all weight classes in the high mountains; if in doubt, it is better to upgrade at this point.

CONCLUSION Long-distance tourer with upright position and mountain transmission, but small brake discs. Lifetime warranty

Price 3,299 Euro
Weight 8.5 kilos
Info www.cannondale.com
available in specialised shops

Weight frame/fork/steering bearing** 1,269/488/82 grammes
Frame sizes*** 48, 51, 54, 56, 58, 61 cm
Seat/top tube/head tube 540/580/209 mm plus 31 mm headset cap
Stack/Reach/STR**** 612/391 mm/1.57

EQUIPMENT

Drive/Circuit Cannondale SI Hollowgram/Shimano Ult. (50/34 T., BB30)
Brakes BR-RS 785 (140/140 mm)
Wheels/tyres Mavic Aksium One Disc/Yksion Comp 25C

*The frame set accounts for 40 per cent and the equipment for 60 per cent of the overall grade. The grades are calculated with all decimal places up to the final grade; however, for the sake of clarity, all grades are given with rounded decimal places.
**Weighed weights.
***Manufacturer's specification, test size bold.
****Stack/Reach: projected vertical/horizontal measurement from the centre of the bottom bracket to the top of the head tube; STR (Stack to Reach): 1.36 means a very stretched, 1.60 an upright riding position.

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