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Compare published geometry, gearing and specifications for up to three bicycles.

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Key differences

Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.

  1. Gearing

    2020 Cannondale Synapse Carbon Disc Women’s Ultegra has a 6% lower climbing ratio than 2018 Cannondale Synapse Carbon Disc Women’s Ultegra.

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

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.

2020 Cannondale Synapse Carbon Disc Women’s UltegraSize 54 · 50/34T · 11–34T · 11-speed
Lowest1.00:1Highest4.55:1Total range455%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gear7.2 mphHighest gear32.7 mph

Rear tire: 700C×30.

2018 Cannondale Synapse Carbon Disc Women’s UltegraSize 54 · 50/34T · 11–32T · 11-speed
Lowest1.06:1Highest4.55:1Total range428%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gear7.6 mphHighest gear32.5 mph

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.

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Specification
2020 Cannondale Synapse Carbon Disc Women’s Ultegra
2018 Cannondale Synapse Carbon Disc Women’s Ultegra
Overview
Model Year
2020
2018
Brand
Cannondale
Cannondale
Model
Synapse Carbon Disc Women’s Ultegra
Synapse Carbon Disc Women’s Ultegra
Bicycle Type
Road
Road
Colors
Black (BLK)
Jet Black w/Cashmere and Turquoise - Gloss (BLK)
Sizes
44, 48, 51, 54
44, 48, 51, 54
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
BallisTec Carbon, Di2 ready, SAVE, BB30a, flat mount, 12mm thru axle, internal cable routing, removable fender bridge
NEW Synapse Disc Women’s, BallisTec Carbon, Di2 ready, SAVE PLUS, BB30a
Frame Material
Carbon
Carbon
Fork
BallisTec Carbon, SAVE, integrated crown race, 12x100mm thru-axle, internal routing, size-specific design 44-48: 1 1/8” steerer/60mm rake, 51-54: 1-1/8” - 1-1/4” tapered steerer/55mm rake
NEW Synapse Disc Asymmetric, SAVE PLUS, BallisTec Carbon, integrated crown race, size-specific design 44-48: 1 1/8” steerer/60mm rake, 51-54: 1-1/8” - 1-1/4” tapered steerer/55mm rake
Fork Material
Carbon
Carbon
Drivetrain
Shifters
Shimano Ultegra hydro disc, 2x11
Shimano Ultegra R8020 hydro disc
Front Derailleur
Shimano Ultegra, braze-on
Shimano Ultegra R8000, braze-on
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Ultegra GS
Shimano Ultegra R8000 GS
Crankset
Cannondale 1, BB30a, FSA rings, 50/34
Cannondale Si, BB30a, w/ FSA rings, 50/34
Bottom Bracket
Cannondale Alloy PressFit30
FSA BB30 Bearings
Rear Cogs
Shimano 105, 11-34, 11-speed
Shimano Ultegra R8000, 11-32, 11-speed
Chain
Shimano HG601, 11-speed
Shimano HG601, 11-speed
Pedals
Not Included
—
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano Ultegra hydro disc, 160/160mm RT30 rotors
Shimano Ultegra R8020 hydro disc, flat mount, 160/140mm
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
Synapse, 1-1/4” lower bearing, 25mm top cap
Synapse Si, 25mm carbon top cap
Handlebar
Cannondale 3, 6061 Alloy, Compact
Cannondale C3 Women’s Compact Wing, butted 6061 Alloy
Stem
Cannondale 3, 6061 Alloy, 31.8, 7°
Cannondale C3, 6061 Alloy, 31.8, 6 deg.
Saddle
Fabric Scoop Women’s Sport, 155mm width, steel rails
Selle Royal Seta S1 Women’s
Seatpost
Cannondale 3, 6061 Alloy, 25.4 x 350mm (46-56), 400mm (58-61)
Cannondale C3, 6061 Alloy, 25.4x350mm
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
(F) Fulcrum Racing 600 DB, 12x100 / (R) Fulcrum Racing 600 DB, 12x142
Mavic Aksium Disc, Centerlock
Rims
Fulcrum Racing 600 DB, Alloy clincher, 26mm deep
Mavic Aksium Disc
Spokes
Fulcrum, Stainless steel
Mavic Aksium
Front Tire
Vittoria Rubino Pro Bright Black, 700 x 30c
Schwalbe Lugano, Folding, 700x28c
Rear Tire
Vittoria Rubino Pro Bright Black, 700 x 30c
Schwalbe Lugano, Folding, 700x28c
Wheel Size
700c
700c
Geometry · choose a size for each bicycle
Geometry size
Reach
382 mm
382 mm
Stack
570 mm
570 mm
Effective top tube
547 mm
547 mm
Head-tube angle
71.7°
71.7°
Seat-tube angle
73.9°
73.9°
Seat tube
480 mm
480 mm
Head tube
161 mm
161 mm
Chainstay / rear center
410 mm
410 mm
Wheelbase
1008 mm
1008 mm
Bottom-bracket drop
73 mm
73 mm
Bottom-bracket height
272 mm
272 mm
Standover height
773 mm
773 mm
Fork offset / rake
55 mm
55 mm
Front center
609 mm
609 mm
Trail
56 mm
56 mm

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

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