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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 2010 Cannondale Synapse 5 Triple and 2008 Cannondale Synapse 5 Triple.

  2. Identity & price

    2010 Cannondale Synapse 5 Triple had an original MSRP $451 lower than 2008 Cannondale Synapse 5 Triple.

    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.

2010 Cannondale Synapse 5 Triple52/39/30T · 12–27T · 10-speed
Lowest1.11:1Highest4.33:1Total range390%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gear7.8 mphHighest gear30.5 mph

Uses front tire 700C×23; rear size isn’t listed.

2008 Cannondale Synapse 5 Triple50/39/30T · 12–27T · 10-speed
Lowest1.11:1Highest4.17:1Total range375%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gear7.8 mphHighest gear29.3 mph

Uses front tire 700C×23; 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
2010 Cannondale Synapse 5 Triple
2008 Cannondale Synapse 5 Triple
Overview
Model Year
2010
2008
Brand
Cannondale
Cannondale
Model
Synapse 5 Triple
Synapse 5 Triple
Bicycle Type
Road race & triathlon
Road race & triathlon
Original MSRP
$1,449.00
$1,899.99
Colors
Indigo Blue w/White/Black Accents, Magnesium White w/Red/Black Accents
Vivid Red, Black-Tinted Clear
Sizes
48cm, 51cm, 54cm, 56cm, 58cm, 61cm
47cm, 50cm, 53cm, 56cm, 58cm, 60cm, 63cm
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded
Monocoque
Frame Material
Synapse Hydro Formed S.A.V.E. Alloy
Synapse Carbon
Fork
Cannondale Synapse S.A.V.E. carbon
Cannondale Synapse S.A.V.E. Ultra
Fork Material
Carbon, aero crown
Carbon fiber/aluminum steerer, aero crown
Drivetrain
Component Group
Shimano 105 Mix
Shimano 105
Shifters
Shimano 105
Shimano 105
Front Derailleur
Shimano 105, 34.9mm clamp
Shimano 105
Rear Derailleur
Shimano 105
Shimano 105
Crankset
FSA Gossamer Triple, 52/39/30 teeth
Shimano 105 Triple, 30/39/50 teeth
Bottom Bracket
FSA Mega EXO
Shimano 105
Cassette
Shimano 105
Shimano 105
Rear Cogs
10-speed, 12 - 27 teeth
10-speed, 12 - 27 teeth
Chain
KMC DX10SC
KMC DX10SC
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro R538 Dual-Pivot brakes, Shimano 105 levers
Shimano BR-R560 brakes, Shimano 105 levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
1 1/8" integrated Tange
1 1/8" Alloy integrated
Handlebar
Cannondale C3
ControlTech Compact
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
—
Stem
Cannondale C2
Cannondale C4
Saddle
Prologo Kappa Pas
Selle San Marco Ponza Lux
Seatpost
Cannondale C3 Carbon-wrapped, 27.2mm diameter
Cannondale C2 Carbon-wrapped, 27.2mm diameter
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Shimano RS10
Shimano WH-RS10
Rims
Shimano RS10
Shimano WH-RS10
Spokes
Shimano RS10
Shimano
Front Tire
700 x 23c Vittoria Zaffiro Pro Slick Folding
700 x 23c Maxxis Fuse
Wheel Size
700c wheels
700c wheels

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

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