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Key differences
Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.
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Selected-size geometry
Geometry overlay
Frames share one scale and a bottom-bracket alignment. Size labels differ by brand; schematic drawing aids are identified below.
Gearing comparison
Lower gears help on climbs. Higher gears suit higher speeds.
RPM
RPM = pedal turns per minute.
Lowest1.00:1Highest4.55:1Total range455%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Rear tire: 700C×28.
Lowest1.00:1Highest4.55:1Total range455%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Rear tire: 700C×28.
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
2019 Cannondale Synapse Disc Sora
2020 Cannondale Synapse Disc Sora
Overview
Model Year
2019
2020
Brand
Cannondale
Cannondale
Model
Synapse Disc Sora
Synapse Disc Sora
Bicycle Type
Road
Road
Colors
Acid Green w/ Jet Black and Charcoal Gray - Gloss (AGR)
Sage Gray (SGG)
Sizes
48, 51, 54, 56, 58, 61
48, 51, 54, 56, 58, 61
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
Synapse Disc Asymmetric, SmartForm C2 Alloy, SAVE, BSA
SmartForm C2 Alloy, SAVE, BB30, internal cable routing, flat mount
Frame Material
Aluminum
Aluminum
Fork
Synapse Disc Asymmetric, SAVE, Full Carbon, 1-1/8” - 1 1/4” tapered steerer, flat mount, 55mm rake, 12x100 thru axle
Full Carbon, SAVE, internal routing, 1-1/8” - 1 1/4” tapered steerer, flat mount, 55mm rake, 12x100 thru axle
Fork Material
Carbon
Carbon
Drivetrain
Shifters
Shimano Sora, 2x9
Shimano Sora, 2x9
Front Derailleur
Shimano Sora, braze-on
Shimano Sora, braze-on
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Sora GS
Shimano Sora GS
Crankset
FSA Vero Alloy, 50/34
FSA Vero alloy, 50/34
Bottom Bracket
FSA Cartridge
FSA Cartridge
Rear Cogs
Shimano HG400, 11-34, 9-speed
Shimano HG400, 11-34, 9-speed
Chain
KMC Z9, 9-speed
KMC Z9, 9-speed
Pedals
Wellgo w/ Clip and Strap
Not Included
Brakes
Brakes
Promax Decoder R cable actuated disc, 160/160mm
Promax Decoder R cable actuated disc, 160/160mm rotors
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
FSA Integrated, 1-1/4” lower bearing, 25mm top cap
FSA Sealed Bearing, Integrated, 1-1/4”-1-1/8”
Handlebar
Cannondale C4, 6061 Alloy, Compact
6061 alloy, Compact
Stem
Cannondale C4, 6061 Alloy, 31.8, 6°
Cannondale 4, 6061 alloy, 31.8, 7°
Saddle
Cannondale Stage Ergo
Cannondale Stage Ergo
Seatpost
Cannondale C4, 6061 Alloy, 25.4 x 350mm (48-56), 400mm (58-61)
Alloy Micro Adjust, 15mm setback, 27.2 x 350mm
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Alloy, sealed loose ball bearing, 12x100 front, QR rear
(F) Formula CRX-512 12x100 / (R) Alloy, sealed loose ball bearing, QR
Rims
RD Disc, 28h
RD, 28h
Spokes
Stainless Steel, 14g
Stainless steel, 14g
Front Tire
Vittoria Zaffiro, 700 x 28c
Vittoria Zaffiro, 700 x 28c
Rear Tire
Vittoria Zaffiro, 700 x 28c
Vittoria Zaffiro, 700 x 28c
Wheel Size
700c
700c
Geometry · choose a size for each bicycle
Geometry size
Reach
383 mm
383 mm
Stack
570 mm
570 mm
Effective top tube
547 mm
547 mm
Head-tube angle
71.9°
71.9°
Seat-tube angle
73.9°
73.9°
Seat tube
480 mm
480 mm
Head tube
159 mm
159 mm
Chainstay / rear center
413 mm
413 mm
Wheelbase
1004 mm
1004 mm
Bottom-bracket drop
73 mm
73 mm
Bottom-bracket height
272 mm
272 mm
Standover height
755 mm
755 mm
Fork offset / rake
50 mm
50 mm
Front center
602 mm
602 mm
Trail
60 mm
60 mm
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.