The synapse carbon is an awesome allaround choice for those who like to ride fast, but also ride long. Cannondale has taken its synapse back to the drawing board and completely redesigned it for 2014, making it one of the hottest new endurance bikes of the year. Cannondale carbon frames are designed for normal riding loads with a factor of safety. The cannondale synapse range is designed to combine both elite race performances with the comfort needed to ride for longer. Seller claims paint is cracked and not the carbon frame but i have my doubts. Jun 20, 2019 with that, cannondale created the new topstone carbon gravel bike featuring their new kingpin suspension. Powered by description 2009 cannondale synapse 4 himod carbon road bicycle frame size 48cm red condition item condition. Jun 30, 2017 this feature is not available right now.
How to jump and wheelie with rich drew dusty betty womens mountain biking duration. Cannondale synapse frame size decision cyclechat cycling. Cannondale synapse himod 2 sram red by jason mitchell on june 23, 2014 0 comments after several years of testing and development in conjunction with the cannondale pro cycling team, the allnew 2014 synapse was released. At the heart of the new synapse frame is the allnew save synapse active vibration elimination plus microsuspension system. Considering i jumped straight on to my demo bike and hit the gravel roads for the first time ever, i felt very comfortable and confident on the synapse. Cannondale offers a lifetime warranty for the synapse frame while the rest of the bike is covered by a standard oneyear warranty. Apr 22, 20 cannondale have created a very fine handling bike that deals with irregular surfaces with assured confidence. Handling was said to be highly responsive and suited to both endurance and sprints. Caad8 frame will have a shorter life than a heavier over, continued use is hazardous. This recall is being conducted in cooperation with the u.
The allnew cannondale synapse himod, a race version of which has been used to great effect by peter sagan in the recent spring classics, is the us companys latest road bike, designed with an. This bike only weighs 17 pounds and features a full carbon frame and fork, an ultegra groupset, and some nice features like carbon seatpost and cranksets. I had seen similar cracks like this before but they were labeled as crack in the paint instead, not in the carbon layup. Race red w magnesium white gloss, charcoal gray wmagnesium white gloss item id. Drivetrain and brakes rear brake c4 long reach, dual pivot, cartridge pad cannondale front brake c4 long reach, dual pivot, cartridge pad cannondale crankset omega megaexo, 5034 fsa full speed ahead rear shift and brake lever tiagra shimano front shift and brake lever tiagra shimano derailleur tiagra shimano. Cannondale have created a very fine handling bike that deals with irregular surfaces with assured confidence. I think it is due to the integrated headset with the angular contact bearings in my case, because if they are even a bit loose they will displace slightly inside the frame. After seeing a few of these posts on this sub i began checking regularly for cracks, but maybe havent in the past two or three months. Drivetrain and brakes rear brake c4 long reach, dual pivot, cartridge pad cannondale front brake c4 long reach, dual pivot, cartridge pad cannondale crankset omega megaexo, 5034 fsa full speed ahead.
They are also both aluminum, a material that is experiencing a resurgence in popularity due to improved manufacturing technologies and its longstanding. Hi just to let any potential cannondale buyers know my experience with cannondales lifetime warranty. Has a definite groove, i can catch my nail running over it feels rough. I purchased the cannondale synapse crb ultegra in september 2019, it is a 2020 model year bike. You can unsubscribe from rei coop emails at any time. The synapse has clearance for 32mm tires, catering to a range of uses.
Years ago, cannondale introduced its save or synapse active vibration elimination technology which essentially reduces fatigue by allowing the carbon to flex and absorb the vibrations. Even if the carbon frame was twice as strong as a metal frame, once the carbon frame is overloaded it will not bend, it will break completely. The frame if metal may have minor, aesthetic dings. Calling kingpin the first full frame leaf spring system, kingpin has just one pivot but manages to squeeze out up to 30mm of travel when measured at the seat. Creaking headset, cannondale synapse carbon, part 2. You could try trading standards or write again to them saying you want a new frame otherwize you will go to one of their shops and lie down until you get one. The slick shifting combined with the disc brakes result in the confidence to handle any riding. Frame specification frame synapse hm, synapse carbon.
Get the best deals on cannondale black carbon fiber frame bike frames when. Before building up a frame set, consult with your cannondale dealer and the component manufacturers, and discuss your riding style, ability, weight, and interest. Of course, this is carbon and not aluminum, so the comparison here and relevance to frame durability isnt as valid i suppose. It comes with a specialized handlebar stem, the original is also with the bike.
Developed to satisfy the needs of the pros racing the rough roads of the northern spring classics in europe, this is a bike that wants to make every ride comfortable and long. The relaxed handling and comfortable body positioning of cannondale s synapse carbon 5 105 c keeps you yearning for more miles on every ride. Built for comfort during long rides, the cannondale synapse alloy 7 road bike features a versatile 27speed drivetrain and shimano sora components for value and dependability. Cannondale black carbon fiber frame bike frames for sale ebay. Cannondale s synapse carbon 3 ultegra keeps you comfortable whether youre pushing through a century ride or attacking the local peloton. Cannondale topstone carbon gravel bike rolls a new frame. I have a carbon fiber cannondale synapse that i loverides like a dream, and i chose it over several other brands i was considering, a couple of which i have some real brandloyalty with. Cannondale hasnt resorted to any complicated moving parts, instead it relies on flex in the frame enhanced by tube shaping and carbon fibre layup to give the synapse the ability to soak up bumps. The all new 2018 cannondale synapse carbon bicycle. The micro suspension features of the frame really do seem to work. Every cannondale bicycle frame and the components in selecting lightweight frames and components attached to the frame have a finite, limited useful life. Anyway, it might be worth talking to cannondale too.
Bicycle is free of major mechanical issues but may require some service, a tune up is recommended. I was cleaning my bike and found the following three cracks. Cannondale bikes, 2019 and older race pace bicycles. Sep 05, 2008 i have a carbon fiber cannondale synapse that i loverides like a dream, and i chose it over several other brands i was considering, a couple of which i have some real brandloyalty with. Dropped it last year and put a small ding in the top. Id b10302 19607 237146 7bon50 since my frame is a 50cm, im guessing that the last two characters are the frame size. Nov 01, 2017 years ago, cannondale introduced its save or synapse active vibration elimination technology which essentially reduces fatigue by allowing the carbon to flex and absorb the vibrations. Cannondale topstone carbon gravel bike rolls a new frame with. Cannondale synapse himod 2014 first look bikeradar. View and download cannondale synapse carbon owners manual online. On any length ride, the lively feel of cannondales lightweight, vibrationdamping carbon frame and fork is simply sublime. The cannondale synapse is an endurance geometry slightly more upright, and vibration dampening bike with legendary comfort for long allday rides. The relaxed handling and comfortable body positioning of cannondales synapse carbon 5 105 c keeps you yearning for more miles on every ride.
The cannondale synapse is one of those endurance road bikes that youd be excused for mistaking for a proper race bike. Pdf owners manual supplement revision 1 synapse carbon. Anyone have an idea of how to interpret the info from newer cannondale serial numbers. The relaxed manner of the bike cuts out the harshness of long bike rides. The ballistec carbon frame weighs in at a mere 950 grams, with a racy snap and sublime feel. Its performancefocused, but with a slightly more upright position for comfortperfect for long days in the saddle and confident handling on all road surfaces.
Jun 19, 2018 cannondale hasnt resorted to any complicated moving parts, instead it relies on flex in the frame enhanced by tube shaping and carbon fibre layup to give the synapse the ability to soak up bumps. Whereas rival manufacturers are increasingly putting active suspension onto their endurance models, cannondale have taken a different approach in engineering flex. I have this problem on a fm028 chinese carbon fiber frame. Cannondale synapse full carbon road bike frame set 700c 51cm hairline crack firm price timebehindbars.
From one of the links in the daily carbon failure thread, i noticed a picture of a carbon time frame with what is described as a hairline crack. Hi just to let any potential cannondale buyers know my experience with cannondale s lifetime warranty. You are bidding on a lightly used cannondale synapse carbon 3 53cm frame set. The synapse is cannondales enduranceoriented road bike that has been in the companys catalogue since 2006. The frame or fork or components or accessories have cosmetic blemishes. Finally they got me a synapse frame with rear derauler hanger and that was the. Find great deals on new and used cannondale frames, or list for free in seconds. In great condition but is missing the seat collar and one cable route but otherwise is in great condition with limited. The frameset was redesigned for 2014 and ctech editor matt wikstrom recently spent. The frame and fork have certain technologies that make the bike super comfortable, and also allows for the use of larger tyres. The frame size range for this bike is 48, 51, 54, 56, 58, 61 cm. Fwiw, the serial numbers of my bike have the following format. I have a creak if i sprint and put pressure on the hoods, and also if i brake really hard with front brake. Jul 10, 2017 the cannondale synapse is one of those endurance road bikes that youd be excused for mistaking for a proper race bike.
This frame set is the 2009 model and was purchased for myself but unfortunately. The cannondale synapse carbon comes in both mens and womens models, and uses cannondales ballistec carbon as well as their exclusive himod carbon for the flagship models. With its light frame, it would also be great for cruising around town. Cannondale versus trek, a clash of comfort share trickledown technologyyou hear about it all the time from the bike manufacturers and even here in the pages of rba. The lively feel of cannondale s lightweight, vibrationdamping carbon frame and fork will keep you fresh mile after mile and make all your rides even more fun. Buy with confidence 2009 cannondale synapse 4 himod carbon road bicycle frame size 48cm red. This is not only in the frame, seat stays, chain stays, seat tube and fork but also now in the seat post and new handlebars. But in the ops case the seat stay and bb most certainly appear to be cracks into the frame. These carbon frames will not survive some crash or impact loads which may.
Feb 23, 2015 how to jump and wheelie with rich drew dusty betty womens mountain biking duration. Inspection of composite frame, fork, components cracks. Cracked cannondale frame after a yearrebuild or cut losses. The components they put on are really cheap i think. Every cannondale bicycle frame and the components in selecting lightweight. For the new synapse the chainstays, seatstays and fork legs have been reshaped, providing more flex where its needed. Apr 17, 20 the allnew cannondale synapse himod, a race version of which has been used to great effect by peter sagan in the recent spring classics, is the us companys latest road bike, designed with an. I understand all bikes will fail eventually, but a year is ridiculous. A scratch would just be in the paintclearcoat and perhaps the top fibers of the carbon and not of any concern. Cannondale dealers will inspect the bicycle opi stem and fork for any damage that may have occurred and fit the opi stem steerer system with a reinforcement part and install new lefty clamp bolts.
Cannondales synapse carbon 3 ultegra keeps you comfortable whether youre pushing through a century ride or attacking the local peloton. Cannondale synapse carbon owners manual pdf download. On any length ride, the lively feel of cannondale s lightweight, vibrationdamping carbon frame and fork is simply sublime. Experiences, facts hi there, since cannondale is offering lifetime warranty on their bikes, frames in particular, i was wondering what experiences you had in the past in the rare cases of a broken frame. I own a caad 9 aluminium frame which developed a crack at one of the welds at the rear brake stay after just under 4 years. They could not give me just a frame, cannondale considered this unwarrantable. The cannondale synapse comes in various color options, but only depending on the model that youre getting.
I am selling as i have changed my riding expectations, and this bike no longer fits my needs. Cannondale synapse carbon frame, fork, headset, deda seatpost, stem older cannondale stem for 26mm bars. The lively feel of cannondales lightweight, vibrationdamping carbon frame and fork will keep you fresh mile after mile and make all. I took my cannondale synapse to my lbs for some basic work, and they hesitantly called me over to point out what they found. I am about to pull the trigger on a used 2012 cannondale supersix bike. Paint is faded slightly andor slightly discolored and scratched. The all new 2018 cannondale synapse carbon bicycle ranch tuscon. Bicycle is free of major mechanical issues but may require some service, a tune up is. I am the original owner of cannondale quick 2016, which i have. With that, cannondale created the new topstone carbon gravel bike featuring their new kingpin suspension.