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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 2010 Cannondale Scalpel 4 and 2008 Cannondale Scalpel 4.
- Gearing
2010 Cannondale Scalpel 4 has a 6% lower climbing ratio than 2008 Cannondale Scalpel 4.
A lower ratio gives more mechanical advantage; rear-wheel rollout determines distance per crank turn.
- Identity & price
2008 Cannondale Scalpel 4 had an original MSRP $399 lower than 2010 Cannondale Scalpel 4.
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.
Lowest0.69:1Highest4.00:1Total range582%
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.
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Specification
2010 Cannondale Scalpel 4
2008 Cannondale Scalpel 4
Overview
Model Year
2010
2008
Brand
Cannondale
Cannondale
Model
Scalpel 4
Scalpel 4
Bicycle Type
Mountain bike, front & rear suspension
Mountain bike, front & rear suspension
Original MSRP
$2,899.00
$2,499.99
Colors
Magnesium White
Race Red, 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 w/DLR, 110mm travel
Cannondale Lefty Speed Bonded DLR2, 110mm travel
Fork Material
Dual
Aluminum
Rear Shock
RockShox Monarch 2.1, 100mm travel
Fox Float RP2, 100mm travel
Drivetrain
Component Group
Mountain Mix
Mountain Mix
Shifters
Shimano SLX
SRAM X.7 Trigger
Front Derailleur
Shimano Deore
Shimano LX
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XT
SRAM X.9
Crankset
Shimano FC-M542, 44/32/22 teeth
SRAM GXP2, 22/32/44 teeth
Bottom Bracket
Shimano FC-M542
SRAM GXP
BB Shell Width
—
68mm English
Cassette
SRAM PG-950
Shimano HG-50
Rear Cogs
9-speed, 11 - 34 teeth
9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
Chain
KMC X9 9-speed
Shimano 9 speed
Pedals
Crank Brothers Egg Beater
Wellgo clipless
Brakes
Brakes
Avid Elixer 5 w/160mm rotor brakes, Avid Elixer 5 levers
Avid Juicy 3 w/160mm rotor brakes, Avid Juicy 3 levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
Cannondale HeadShok Si
Cannondale HeadShok Si
Handlebar
Cannondale C2 Flat
Cannondale C2 Alloy, flat 25.4mm
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
—
Stem
Cannondale XC3 Si
Cannondale XC3 Si
Saddle
Prologo Vertigo Max
Cannondale X-Country
Seatpost
Cannondale C3, 27.2mm diameter
Cannondale C3 2014 Alloy, 27.2mm diameter
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Front: Cannondale Lefty SL, Rear: Formula DC32
Front: Cannondale Lefty, Rear: Shimano M525
Rims
Sun EQ25, 24-hole
WTB Speed Disc XC, 32-hole
Spokes
DT Swiss Champion
DT Swiss Competition stainless steel
Front Tire
26 x 2.1" Schwalbe Racing Ralph EVO
26 x 2.00" Maxxis Monorail XC
Wheel Size
26" wheels
26" wheels
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.