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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 2007 Cannondale Scalpel 1.

  2. Gearing

    2009 Cannondale Scalpel 1 has a 6% lower climbing ratio than 2007 Cannondale Scalpel 1.

    A lower ratio gives more mechanical advantage; rear-wheel rollout determines distance per crank turn.

  3. Identity & price

    2007 Cannondale Scalpel 1 had an original MSRP $1,500 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.

2007 Cannondale Scalpel 144/32/22T · 11–32T · 9-speed
Lowest0.69:1Highest4.00:1Total range582%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gear4.8 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
2007 Cannondale Scalpel 1
Overview
Model Year
2009
2007
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
$4,999.99
Colors
Race Red
Jet Black
Sizes
S, M, L, XL
S, M, L, XL
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
Monocoque
TIG-welded/Monocoque
Frame Material
Carbon fiber
Carbon/Aluminum
Fork
Cannondale Lefty Speed Carbon SL w/DLR, 110mm travel
Cannondale Lefty Speed Carbon SL, 110mm travel
Fork Material
Carbon/aluminum
Carbon, single crown
Rear Shock
Fox Float RP23, 100mm travel
Fox Float RP23, 67mm travel
Drivetrain
Component Group
Shimano XTR
Shimano XTR
Shifters
Shimano XTR Rapid Fire
Shimano XTR RapidFire
Front Derailleur
Shimano XT
Shimano XTR
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XTR
Shimano XTR
Crankset
Shimano XTR, 22/32/44 teeth
Shimano XTR, 22/32/44 teeth
Bottom Bracket
Shimano XTR Hollowtech II
Shimano XTR
Cassette
Shimano XT
—
Rear Cogs
9-speed, 11 - 34 teeth
9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
Chain
Shimano Nine Speed
Shimano Nine Speed
Pedals
Test ride
Crank Brothers Egg Beater
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano XTR Disc brakes, Shimano XTR levers
Shimano XTR brakes, Shimano XTR levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
Cannondale HeadShok Si
Cannondale HeadShok Si
Handlebar
TruVativ Stylo Team
ControlTech Carbon, flat
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
—
Stem
Cannondale XC3 Si
Cannondale XC3 Si
Saddle
Fi'zi:k Tundra w/kiu:m rails
Fi'zi:k Gobi w/ Ti Rails
Seatpost
TruVativ Team Carbon, 27.2mm diameter
ControlTech Carbon
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Shimano XTR Centerlock Tubeless
Mavic CrossMax SLR UST
Rims
Shimano XTR Centerlock Tubeless
Mavic CrossMax SLR UST
Spokes
—
Mavic
Front Tire
26 x 2.00" Continental Race King
26 x 2.00" Maxxis Larsen TT 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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