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Key differences
Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.
- Data limitation
No geometry is recorded for 2010 Cannondale Scalpel 3 and 2009 Cannondale Scalpel 3.
- Identity & price
2009 Cannondale Scalpel 3 had an original MSRP $349 lower than 2010 Cannondale Scalpel 3.
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.
Lowest0.65:1Highest4.00:1Total range618%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Uses front tire 26×2.1; rear size isn’t listed.
Lowest0.65:1Highest4.00:1Total range618%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
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.
Complete specification tableShows different published values and gaps where a bicycle lacks data. Different wording reflects source language, not necessarily different components. Swipe for more columns.
Specification
2010 Cannondale Scalpel 3
2009 Cannondale Scalpel 3
Overview
Model Year
2010
2009
Brand
Cannondale
Cannondale
Model
Scalpel 3
Scalpel 3
Bicycle Type
Mountain bike, front & rear suspension
Mountain bike, front & rear suspension
Original MSRP
$3,749.00
$3,399.99
Colors
Jet Black
Jet Black
Sizes
S, M, L, X
S, M, L, XL
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded
TIG-welded
Frame Material
Scalpel Alloy w/Carbon stays
Aluminum
Fork
Cannondale Lefty Speed Carbon w/DLR, 110mm travel
Cannondale Lefty Speed w/DLR, 110mm travel
Fork Material
Carbon, dual crown
Aluminum
Rear Shock
Fox Float RPL, 100mm travel
Fox Float RPL, 100mm travel
Drivetrain
Component Group
Mountain Mix
SRAM X.9/mix
Shifters
SRAM X-9 Trigger
SRAM X.9 Trigger
Front Derailleur
SRAM X-9
Shimano XT
Rear Derailleur
SRAM X-9
SRAM X.9
Crankset
FSA V-Drive, 44/32/22 teeth
FSA V-Drive BB30, 22/32/44 teeth
Bottom Bracket
FSA BB30
FSA BB30
Cassette
SRAM PG-970
SRAM PG-970
Rear Cogs
9-speed, 11 - 34 teeth
9-speed, 11 - 34 teeth
Chain
KMC X9 CP 9-speed
Shimano Nine Speed
Pedals
Crank Brothers Egg Beater
Test ride
Brakes
Brakes
Avid Elixer CR w/160mm rotor brakes, Avid Elixer CR levers
Avid Elixir CR w/160mm rotor brakes, Avid Elixir CR levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
Cannondale HeadShok Si
Cannondale HeadShok Si
Handlebar
Cannondale C2 Flat
Cannondale C2 Alloy, flat 31.8mm
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
Not included
Stem
Cannondale XC3 Si
Cannondale XC3 Si
Saddle
Fizik Aliante Delta XM
Fi'zi:k Aliante Delta XM w/mg rails
Seatpost
Cannondale C3, 27.2mm diameter
TruVativ Team Carbon, 27.2mm diameter
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Front: Cannondale Lefty SL, Rear: DT Swiss 340
Front: Cannondale Lefty, Rear: Dt Swiss 340 Disc
Rims
DT Swiss XCR 1.5 Custom, 24-hole
DT Swiss XCR 1.5, 24-hole
Spokes
DT Swiss Revolution
DT Swiss Revolution
Front Tire
26 x 2.1" Schwalbe Racing Ralph EVO
26 x 2.00" Continental Race King
Wheel Size
26" wheels
26" wheels
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.