The New Cutting Edge.Scalpel SE is the ultimate marathon racer and high-speed trail slayer. World Cup fast and all-mountain fierce – this is next-level cross-country mountain bike performance.HighlightsLightweight carbon FlexPivot frame / RockShox SID 120mm fork,Shimano Deore/XT 12-speed shifting / Shimano MT501 hydro disc brakes,Stan's NoTubes Crest D tubeless-ready rims / Cannondale DownLow dropper postSuperior suspension. Superior traction.,Scalpel SE’s patented FlexPivot suspension results in more grip, more control, and more speed. 120mm of plush travel works so well that it feels like so much more – meaning all-day singletrack sessions are a gas..Big trail capabilityScalpel’s progressive XC attitude has evolved even further with a slack and stable 67° headtube angle – combined with shorter stems, bigger tires, dropper posts and bigger travel: if you love riding trails fast, precise and in full control, then this is the bike for you.Light. Stiff. Fast.Don’t settle for just two. Pick all three. With its full carbon frame and new 4-bar FlexPivot suspension, the Scalpel is one of the lightest and stiffest full-suspension mountain bikes available. Built light to go fast = built right to have a blast.
A whole new breed of XC Hardtail, purpose built to hurt ‘em on the ups, drop ‘em on the downs and propel you straight to the top step.Confidence on edgeNo hesitant, fistful-of-brakes descending here. The ultra slack, 66.5° front end gives you the stability and control you need to really open it up on the downhills. Brake later. Corner harder. Pass on the descents.Stay Centered Scalpel HT’s Proportional Response sizespecific chainstays and steep seat angle keep you balanced between the wheels for better traction and power on the ups, and more confident control on the downs.Drop the chatterSculpted flex zones in the chainstays partner with dropped seatstays to eat up the chatter from rowdy terrain, boosting control, smoothing the ride, minimizing fatigue. Go harder. Go faster. Go farther.