Cannondale Synapse Carbon 2
The Cannondale Synapse Carbon 2 is an endurance road bike for long days: lightweight Synapse carbon frame with Proportional Response, SmartSense compatibility and Stashport, plus mudguard eyelets – comfortable, practical, fast. The complete Shimano Ultegra Di2 delivers precise, electronic shifting, while DT Swiss ERC 45 carbon wheels and Vittoria Rubino Pro IV 32 mm tyres combine speed, grip and control on rough asphalt. Ideal for sporty riders who want performance and everyday usability in one bike.
Highlights
Frame
Carbon
Fork
Carbon
Tires
Vittoria Rubino Pro IV, 700x32c
Wheelset
DT Swiss ERC 45 Carbon
Shifter
Shimano Ultegra Di2 (2x12)
Brakes
Shimano Ultegra (160/160)
Cannondale Synapse Carbon 2
Comfortable. Precise. And durable. The Synapse Carbon 2 Di2 is based on an endurance carbon frame and is equipped with Shimano's unrivalled Ultegra Di2 shifting system and race-proven DT Swiss ERC 45 wheelset. Designed for riders who appreciate the feel of a fast, long-distance road bike with silent shifting that always finds the right gear. Combined with generous tyre clearance and elegant integration, it's clear that this racing machine is ready for anything. The Synapse was developed to be fast, long-lasting and comfortable on the road – the Synapse completely redefines road bike performance. The lightweight frame with wind tunnel-optimised tube profiles and a record-breaking stiffness-to-weight ratio equips this road bike for any task and leaves nothing to be desired. Impressive speed, designed for different roads.
Highlights
- Lightweight, compliant, sleek and aerodynamic – the Synapse carbon frame with StashPort down tube storage compartment
- Ultegra Di2 – crisp and precise gear changes with Shimano's second-strongest electronic 12-speed gear system
- DT Swiss carbon wheels – lightweight and excelling on a wide range of surfaces
- Cannondale C1 Aero 27 carbon seat post – speed meets comfort
- Fizik Vento Argo R5 saddle – ergonomic comfort with pressure-relieving cut-out
Additional Information
| General | |
| Bike category | Road Bike |
|---|---|
| Model year | 2026 |
| Colour | Grey |
| Frame | |
| Frame | Synapse Carbon, Proportional Response construction, integrated cable routing, downtube Stashport, 12x142 thru-axle, UDH, BSA 68mm threaded BB, flat mount disc, integrated seat binder, SmartSense Gen 2.0 compatible, fender mounts |
| Fork | Synapse Carbon, integrated crown race, 12x100mm thru-axle, flat mount disc, internal routing, 1-1/8" to 1-1/5" Delta steerer, 55mm offset, fender mounts |
| Headset | Integrated, 1-1/8" - 1-1/2" |
| Frame type | Diamond |
| Drive | |
| Shifters | Shimano Ultegra Di2 R8170, wireless, 12-speed |
| Rear derailleur | Shimano Ultegra Di2 R8150 |
| Front derailleur | Shimano Ultegra Di2 R8150 |
| Crank | Shimano Ultegra R8100, 50/34: 165mm (44cm), 170mm (48-51cm), 172.5 (54-56cm), 175mm (58-61) |
| Cassette | Shimano Ultegra R8100, 11-34, 12-speed |
| Chain | Shimano Ultegra, 12-speed |
| Brakes | |
| Brake | Shimano Ultegra R8170, 160/160mm CL800 rotors |
| Brake lever | Shimano Ultegra Di2 R8170 hydraulic disc |
| Wheels | |
| Wheel set | DT Swiss ERC 45, carbon, 24mm inner width, 45mm depth, 24h, tubeless ready |
| Tires | Vittoria Rubino Pro IV, 700x32c |
| Wheel Size | 28'' |
| Front hub | DT Swiss 370, 12x100mm centerlock |
| Rear hub | DT Swiss 370 LN Ratchet System, 12x142mm centerlock |
| Cockpit | |
| Handlebar | Vision Trimax Aero Alloy: 400mm (44-51cm), 420mm (54-61cm) |
| Stem | Cannondale C1 Conceal, Alloy, 31.8, -6°: 80mm (44-48m), 90mm (51cm), 100mm (54-56cm), 110mm (58-61cm) |
| Grips | Fizik Tempo Bondcush Soft, 3mm |
| Seat | |
| Saddle | Fizik Vento Argo X5, 140mm |
| Seatpost | Cannondale C1 Aero 27 Carbon, SmartSense compatible, 330mm length, 0mm offset (44-48cm), 15mm offset (51-61cm) |
| Other | |
| Customization - only in store | |
| Annotation | The illustration may differ. The manufacturer reserves the right to replace certain components with components of equivalent quality. |
| Manufacturer Information | |
| Manufacturer Information | Cycling Sports Group Europe B.V. |
| Product Safety Documents | |
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