Cannondale Synapse Carbon 2 Smart Sense Stvzo

Are you ready for next-generation smoothness? With its comfortable carbon frame, SRAM Force AXS 2x drivetrain, and aerodynamic Reserve 42|49 wheels beneath you, this marvel makes riding feel like riding again. The second generation of the SmartSense system adds greater visibility and awareness to its already incredible versatility. Equal parts foundation and flash makeup, the Synapse Carbon 2 SmartSense is perfect for Gran Fondos, fast group rides, or when you want to get lost all day on purpose.

Real-world performance
Designed to be fast and comfortable over long distances, the Synapse redefines road performance. With a lightweight, wind-tunnel-tested frame and an incredible stiffness-to-weight ratio, it's a bike that's ready for anything. Just ask Lachlan Morton, who broke his Australian lap record riding this bike. Dream speed, designed for the real world.

Ride safely
Greater visibility, greater awareness, greater integration with the second-generation SmartSense system. Powered by a single hidden battery. Smart lights adapt to let other road users know you're there, while Garmin rearview radar keeps you informed of approaching traffic, allowing you to ride a bike that's ready for anything, any time of day or night.

Lights
The front light is small but powerful, turning night into day with its 800 lumens. The daytime running light function ensures maximum safety, while the mount keeps the handlebar area clean.

Radar
The rear radar watches your back, alerting you to approaching vehicles so you can ride with peace of mind.

Battery
Seamlessly integrated into the down tube, the battery powers the lights, radar, and gear shift, providing up to 24 hours of battery life in flashing mode or over 12 hours in steady mode.

Comfort
Thanks to improvements in carbon layering, engineers have made the new Synapse 18% more flexible than the already incredible previous model, ensuring maximum comfort even on the roughest roads.

Tailored ergonomics
It adapts perfectly to you and makes your rides unforgettable. And thanks to the Proportional Response frame, this comes standard for every rider. From carbon layering to geometry, every element on the Synapse has been fine-tuned and tested for each frame size. This way, the bike works in perfect harmony with you, ensuring the best possible experience based on your height.

Ready for anything
The new StashPort storage system in the down tube is always at your fingertips when you need it and discreetly hidden when you don't. Paired with the StashBag, you can carry all your essentials with you on your rides, knowing they'll be safe no matter what you do. Meanwhile, the best wheel clearance in its class lets you take the idea of riding longer to a whole new level.

SmartSense gets even smarter
The second generation of the smart radar and light system is smaller, brighter, longer lasting, and better integrated than ever. A battery, now integrated into the down tube, powers the lights, rearview radar, and SRAM AXS drivetrain.

Tires for big adventures
With generous tire clearance for up to 48mm front and 42mm rear tires with at least 4mm of extra clearance on each side, the Synapse is a road bike for all your needs, for riding longer and on any route.

StashPort + StashBag
StashPort is a storage system on the down tube, accessible under the bottle cage. Every Synapse comes with a StashBag, a specially designed pouch for tools and other essential accessories for your rides. The down tube also has room for the SmartSense battery, which provides lighting similar to that of a car glove compartment when the StashPort lid is opened.

D-shaped seatpost
The Synapse's D-shaped seatpost design improves aerodynamics and vertical comfort, reducing fatigue to maintain high performance even on longer rides.

Aerodynamics that make you fly
Cannondale's exclusive Delta V-shaped fork steerer keeps the handlebar area clean with internal cable routing, while the reduced front area of the head tube provides aerodynamic benefits. Functional and elegant.

Features

• Lightweight frame: Synapse carbon, comfortable, aerodynamic, and with integrated StashPort storage compartment.
• SmartSense Gen 2: Increased visibility and awareness thanks to the elegantly integrated lighting and radar system.
• Electronic shifting: wireless SRAM Force AXS
• Carbon wheels: Reserve 42|49 Turbulent Aero with DT Swiss 370 hubs - Aerodynamic performance with style for long days in the saddle
• Fizik saddle: Vento Argo R5 - ergonomic comfort with central relief

Tech spec

Frame kit

• Frame: Synapse Carbon, Proportional Response construction, integrated cable routing, downtube Stashport, 12x142 thru-axle, UDH, BSA 68mm threaded BB, flat mount disc, integrated seat binder, SmartSense Gen 2.0 equipped, fender mounts
• Fork: Synapse Carbon, integrated crown race, 12x100mm thru-axle, flat mount disc, internal routing, 1-1/8“ to 1-1/5” Delta steerer, 55mm offset, fender mounts
• Headset: Integrated, 1-1/8“ - 1-1/2”

Drivetrain

• Rear derailleur: SRAM Force AXS
• Front derailleur: SRAM Force AXS, braze-on
• Shift levers: SRAM Force AXS
• Chain: SRAM Force
• Crankset: SRAM Force, 46/33: 165mm (44cm), 170mm (48-51cm), 172.5 (54-56cm), 175mm (58-61)
• Cassette: SRAM Force XG-1270, 10-36, 12-speed
• Bottom bracket: SRAM DUB BSA

Brakes

• Brakes: SRAM Force AXS hydraulic disc, 160/160mm Centerline XR centerlock rotors
• Brake levers: SRAM Force AXS hydraulic disc

Wheels

• Rims: Reserve 42 | 49 Turbulent Aero, 24h, tubeless ready
• Spokes: Sapim CX-Delta J-bend
• Tire size: 32
• Wheel size: 700c
• Hubs: (F) DT Swiss 370, 12x100mm centerlock / (R) DT Swiss 370 LN Ratchet System, 12x142mm centerlock
• Tires: Vittoria Rubino Pro IV, 700x32c

Components

• Handlebar: Vision Trimax Aero Alloy: 400mm (44-51cm), 420mm (54-61cm)
• Stem: Cannondale C1 Conceal, Alloy, 31.8, -6°: 80mm (44-48cm), 90mm (51cm), 100mm (54-56cm), 110mm (58-61cm)
• Grips: Cannondale Bar Tape, 3.5mm
• Saddle: Fizik Vento Argo R5, 140mm
• Seatpost: Cannondale C1 Aero 27 Carbon, SmartSense compatible, 330mm length, 0mm offset (44-48cm), 15mm offset (51-61cm)

Extras: SmartSense Gen 2.0 system (Bluetooth BLE and ANT+ compatible: SmartSense LightSkin U1E ultra-compact 800 lumen variable output headlight, SmartSense Garmin Varia eRTL 615 rear-facing radar/taillight, SmartSense 43.2Wh removable internal battery w/integrated flashlight, SmartSense SRAM AXS charging cable), large StashBag downtube storage bag, Fillmore tubeless valves, Wheel sensor
Cannondale Wheel Sensor

Producer's notes: depending on component availability, specifications are subject to change without notice. Images are for illustrative purposes only.