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At a glance
Key differences
Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.
- Data limitation
No geometry is recorded for 2009 Cannondale Scalpel 1 and 2011 Cannondale Scalpel 1.
- Gearing
2009 Cannondale Scalpel 1 has a 14% lower climbing ratio than 2011 Cannondale Scalpel 1.
A lower ratio gives more mechanical advantage; rear-wheel rollout determines distance per crank turn.
- Equipment
2009 Cannondale Scalpel 1 has 10 mm more front travel than 2011 Cannondale Scalpel 1 in the selected sizes.
Front travel is fork suspension stroke, not rear-wheel travel.
Gearing comparison
Lower gears help on climbs. Higher gears suit higher speeds.
RPM
RPM = pedal turns per minute.
Lowest0.65:1Highest4.00:1Total range618%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Uses front tire 26×2; rear size isn’t listed.
Lowest0.75:1Highest3.82:1Total range509%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Uses front tire 26×2.1; rear size isn’t listed.
How it works
Ratio = front teeth ÷ rear teeth. Hub gears also include the hub’s internal ratio. A 400% range means the highest ratio is four times the lowest.
Speeds are estimates from tire size and pedal cadence. Actual speeds vary.
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Specification
2009 Cannondale Scalpel 1
2011 Cannondale Scalpel 1
Overview
Model Year
2009
2011
Brand
Cannondale
Cannondale
Model
Scalpel 1
Scalpel 1
Bicycle Type
Mountain bike, front & rear suspension
Mountain bike, front & rear suspension
Original MSRP
$6,499.99
Not documented
Colors
Race Red
Magnesium White w/Jet Black accents (gloss)
Sizes
S, M, L, XL
S, M, L, XL
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
Monocoque
Bonded/monocoque
Frame Material
Carbon fiber
Carbon
Fork
Cannondale Lefty Speed Carbon SL w/DLR, 110mm travel
Lefty Speed Carbon SL w/PBR, 100mm travel
Fork Material
Carbon/aluminum
Single
Rear Shock
Fox Float RP23, 100mm travel
Fox RP23 w/BV, 80mm travel
Drivetrain
Component Group
Shimano XTR
Mountain Mix
Shifters
Shimano XTR Rapid Fire
Shimano XTR
Front Derailleur
Shimano XT
Shimano XTR
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XTR
Shimano XTR
Crankset
Shimano XTR, 22/32/44 teeth
FSA SL-K 386, 27/42 teeth
Bottom Bracket
Shimano XTR Hollowtech II
FSA BB30
Cassette
Shimano XT
Shimano XTR
Rear Cogs
9-speed, 11 - 34 teeth
10-speed, 11 - 36 teeth
Chain
Shimano Nine Speed
Shimano M980
Pedals
Test ride
Not included
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano XTR Disc brakes, Shimano XTR levers
Magura Marta SL Carbon brakes, Magura Marta SL Carbon levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
Cannondale HeadShok Si
HeadShok
Handlebar
TruVativ Stylo Team
FSA SL-K Flat
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
Not included
Stem
Cannondale XC3 Si
Cannondale OPI adjustable
Saddle
Fi'zi:k Tundra w/kiu:m rails
Fi'zi:k Tundra2 Km
Seatpost
TruVativ Team Carbon, 27.2mm diameter
Fi'zi:k Cyrano, 31.6mm diameter
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Shimano XTR Centerlock Tubeless
Mavic CrossMax SLR Lefty
Rims
Shimano XTR Centerlock Tubeless
Mavic CrossMax SLR Lefty
Spokes
—
Mavic CrossMax SLR Lefty
Front Tire
26 x 2.00" Continental Race King
26 x 2.1" Schwalbe Racing Ralph PaceStar
Wheel Size
26" wheels
26" wheels
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.