Cannondale Scalpel 4 – Fast and Trail-Ready

Get ready for an XC thrill ride. With its cutting-edge geometry, advanced suspension, and race-ready components, the Scalpel 4 brings high-speed performance to any trail or race course.

Designed for XC race podiums and fast, technical trails, the Cannondale Scalpel 4 delivers lightweight precision with its Series 1 carbon frame. Featuring Shimano’s reliable 12-speed drivetrain, RockShox suspension with remote lockout, and Stan’s NoTubes Crest S2 wheels, it’s built to go fast and far.

The Scalpel 4 offers unmatched versatility, blending lightweight performance with reliable components. Whether you’re chasing podiums or personal bests, this bike has the speed, control, and durability you need to excel.

Suitable for World Cup XC and marathon racing, high-speed trail riding, technical climbs and sharp descents.

Highlights

• Frame: Premium Series 1 carbon with FlexPivot, 120mm travel, and Proportional Response-Tuned Suspension and Geometry
• Fork: RockShox SID 120mm with TwistLoc remote lockout
• Rear Shock: RockShox SIDLuxe Select+ with TwistLoc remote lockout
• Drivetrain: Shimano Deore/XT 12-speed group for smooth, precise shifts
• Brakes: Shimano MT501 hydraulic disc brakes for reliable stopping power
• Wheels: Stan’s tubeless-ready Crest S2 rims with Maxxis Rekon Race and Aspen WT 2.4” tires
• Seatpost: Cannondale DownLow dropper for optimized trail control

Advanced Features

Travel Advisory

The Scalpel 4 delivers better travel, not just more travel. With 120mm of suspension backed by FlexPivot kinematics and Proportional Response design, this bike ensures optimal traction, control, and fun on every ride, without compromising efficiency.

Devilishly Fast Geometry

A slack 66.6º head tube angle, steep 75.5º seat tube angle, and proportionally tuned chainstays combine to deliver exceptional climbing power, sharp cornering, and confidence at speed.

Design with Purpose

The Scalpel 4’s lightweight carbon frame is shaped to enhance performance, optimizing weight, stiffness, and capability for a ride that’s as fast as it looks.

Frameset

Frame: Scalpel, lightweight carbon construction, 120mm travel, Proportional Response Suspension and Geometry, FlexPivot Chainstay, full internal cable routing, 73mm BSA, 1.5" headtube with 1-1/8" upper reducer/internal cable guide, 148x12mm thru axle, 55mm chainline, UDH, post-mount disc – 160mm native

Fork: RockShox SID, 120mm, DebonAir, 15x110mm thru-axle, tapered steerer, 44mm offset, TwistLoc remote dual lockout

Headset: Acros ICR

Rear Shock: RockShox SIDLuxe Select+, 2-Pos mode adjust, adjustable rebound, 190x45, TwistLoc remote dual lockout

Drivetrain

Rear Derailleur: Shimano Deore 6100

Shifters: Shimano Deore 6100, 12-speed

Chain: Shimano Deore, 12-speed

Crank: Shimano M5121, 32T

Rear Cogs: Shimano Deore, 10-51, 12-speed

Bottom Bracket: Shimano BSA 73mm

Brakes

Brakes: Shimano MT501, hydraulic disc, 180/160mm RT10 rotors

Brake Levers: Shimano MT501 hydraulic disc

Wheels

Rims: Stan's NoTubes Crest S2, 32h, tubeless ready

Spokes: DT Swiss Champion

Tire Size: 2.4

Wheel Size: 29

Hubs: (F) Shimano TC-500, 15x110mm thru-axle / (R) Shimano MT410B, 12x148mm thru-axle

Tires: (F) Maxxis Rekon Race WT, 29x2.4", EXO Protection, tubeless ready / (R) Maxxis Aspen WT, 29x2.4", EXO Protection, tubeless ready

Components

Handlebar: Cannondale 2 Flat, butted 2014 Alloy, 31.8mm, 3° rise, 8° sweep, 760mm

Stem: Cannondale C1 Conceal, Alloy, 31.8, -6°

Grips: RockShox Smooth Silicone

Saddle: Prologo Dimension NDR, STN rails

Seatpost: Cannondale DownLow Dropper, internal routing, 31.6, 125mm (S), 150mm (M-XL)

Connectivity

Wheel Sensor: Cannondale Wheel Sensor