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Compare published geometry, gearing and specifications for up to three bicycles.

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At a glance

Key differences

Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.

  1. Data limitation

    No geometry is recorded for 2009 Cannondale Scalpel 1 and 2008 Cannondale Scalpel 1.

  2. Identity & price

    2008 Cannondale Scalpel 1 had an original MSRP $500 lower than 2009 Cannondale Scalpel 1.

    Original MSRP is the published list price when new, not today’s used-bike value.

Gearing comparison

Lower gears help on climbs. Higher gears suit higher speeds.

RPM

RPM = pedal turns per minute.

2009 Cannondale Scalpel 144/32/22T · 11–34T · 9-speed
Lowest0.65:1Highest4.00:1Total range618%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gear4.5 mphHighest gear27.9 mph

Uses front tire 26×2; rear size isn’t listed.

2008 Cannondale Scalpel 144/32/22T · 11–34T · 9-speed
Lowest0.65:1Highest4.00:1Total range618%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gear4.5 mphHighest gear27.9 mph

Uses front tire 26×2; 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
2008 Cannondale Scalpel 1
Overview
Model Year
2009
2008
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
$5,999.99
Colors
Race Red
Patriot Blue
Sizes
S, M, L, XL
S, M, L, XL
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
Monocoque
Monocoque
Frame Material
Carbon fiber
Carbon fiber
Fork
Cannondale Lefty Speed Carbon SL w/DLR, 110mm travel
Cannondale Lefty Speed Carbon SL, 110mm travel
Fork Material
Carbon/aluminum
Carbon/aluminum
Rear Shock
Fox Float RP23, 100mm travel
Fox Float RP23, 100mm travel
Drivetrain
Component Group
Shimano XTR
Shimano XTR/XT
Shifters
Shimano XTR Rapid Fire
Shimano XT Rapidfire
Front Derailleur
Shimano XT
Shimano XT
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XTR
Shimano XTR
Crankset
Shimano XTR, 22/32/44 teeth
Cannondale Carbon BB30, 22/32/44 teeth
Bottom Bracket
Shimano XTR Hollowtech II
Cannondale BB30
BB Shell Width
—
73mm Si
Cassette
Shimano XT
—
Rear Cogs
9-speed, 11 - 34 teeth
9-speed, 11 - 34 teeth
Chain
Shimano Nine Speed
Shimano 9 speed
Pedals
Test ride
Crank Brothers Egg Beater
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano XTR Disc brakes, Shimano XTR levers
Shimano XTR w/160mm rotor brakes, Shimano XTR Hydraulic disc levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
Cannondale HeadShok Si
Cannondale HeadShok Si
Handlebar
TruVativ Stylo Team
Control Tech Carbon flat, 25.4mm
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
—
Stem
Cannondale XC3 Si
Cannondale XC3 Si
Saddle
Fi'zi:k Tundra w/kiu:m rails
Fi'zi:k Gobi XM
Seatpost
TruVativ Team Carbon, 27.2mm diameter
Control Tech Carbon, 27.2mm diameter
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Shimano XTR Centerlock Tubeless
Shimano XTR UST
Rims
Shimano XTR Centerlock Tubeless
Shimano XTR UST
Spokes
—
Shimano XTR UST
Front Tire
26 x 2.00" Continental Race King
26 x 2.00" Maxxis Monorail XC UST
Wheel Size
26" wheels
26" wheels

Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.

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