Cannondale Scalpel 2 – The carbon XC MTB that redefines speed

Get ready to push beyond every limit. The Cannondale Scalpel 2 is a cross-country mountain bike designed for those who want to race, win, and have fun on the trails. With advanced suspensions, modern geometry, and race-level equipment, this bike — the evolution of a World Cup-winning platform — takes speed to a whole new level.

Who it's for

• For those seeking maximum speed and performance in XC and Marathon races

• For those who want to dominate singletracks with an agile, stable, and responsive bike

• For those who want the precision of a World Cup bike combined with modern control and safety

Strengths

• Frame ultralight carbon Series 1 with FlexPivot, 120 mm travel and Proportional Response geometry

• Suspensions RockShox SID Select+ 120 mm and SIDLuxe Select+ shock, both controlled by TwistLoc

• Wireless electronic drivetrain SRAM GX Eagle AXS T-Type 12-speed, powerful SRAM Level Silver Stealth braking

• Ultra-responsive carbon wheels HollowGram XC-S 27

• Telescopic seatpost Fox Transfer SL

Key technologies

Improved travel

It's not just an increase in travel: it's a leap in quality. Thanks to the FlexPivot system and the Proportional Response suspension, the Scalpel uses every millimeter of its 120 mm guaranteeing:

• superior traction

• controlled riding

• race efficiency

Perfect for tackling technical descents without losing the responsiveness typical of pure XC bikes.

Diabolically fast geometry

Speed comes from smart geometric choices:

• Slack head angle 66.6°

• Vertical seat angle 75.5°

• Rear stays proportioned for every size

The result?
Better rider balance, more effective climbing traction, sharper cornering, and exceptional high-speed stability.

The beauty of speed

Every component of the Scalpel is designed primarily for performance: stiffness, weight, kinematics, and shapes follow a functional logic. Beauty here is not a whim: it is the natural consequence of engineering in the service of speed.

Complete Technical Specifications – Cannondale Scalpel 2

Details

• Platform: Scalpel

• Model name: Scalpel 2

• Model code: C24303U

Frame Kit

• Frame:
  Scalpel, lightweight carbon, 120 mm travel, Proportional Response suspension and geometry, FlexPivot Chainstay, internal cable routing, BSA 73 mm, 1.5" headset with 1-1/8" reducer and internal cable guide, 148x12 mm thru-axle, 55 mm chainline, UDH, native 160 mm post-mount rear brake mount

• Fork:
  RockShox SID Select+ RL, 120 mm, DebonAir, 15x110 mm thru-axle, tapered steerer, 44 mm offset, TwistLoc remote dual lockout

• Headset: Acros ICR

• Rear shock:
  RockShox SIDLuxe Select+, 2-position adjustment, adjustable rebound, 190x45, TwistLoc dual lockout remote lever

Drivetrain

• Derailleur: SRAM GX Eagle AXS, T-Type

• Shift controls: SRAM AXS T-Type Pod Controller

• Chain: SRAM GX Eagle T-Type, 12 speed

• Crankset: SRAM GX Eagle T-Type, 34T

• Cassette: SRAM GX Eagle, 10-52, T-Type, 12 speed

• Bottom bracket: SRAM DUB BSA 73 mm MTB Wide

Brakes

• Brakes: SRAM Level Silver Stealth, 4-piston hydraulic disc brakes, SRAM HS2 180/160 mm 6-bolt rotors

• Brake levers: SRAM Level Silver Stealth

Wheels

• Rims: HollowGram XC-S 27, Hi-Impact carbon, 27 mm internal, 28h, tubeless ready

• Spokes: Gran Forza, straight-pull

• Tires:

  • Front: Maxxis Rekon Race WT, 29x2.4", EXO Protection, tubeless ready

  • Rear: Maxxis Aspen WT, 29x2.4", EXO Protection, tubeless ready

• Wheel size: 29"

• Tire width: 2.4

• Hubs:

  • Front: HollowGram, 15x110 mm

  • Rear: HollowGram with DT Swiss 350 internals, 12x148 mm

Components

• Handlebar: Cannondale 1 Flat, carbon, 31.8 mm, 9° back, 760 mm

• Stem: Cannondale C1 Conceal, aluminum, 31.8 mm, -6°

• Grips: RockShox Smooth Silicone

• Saddle: Prologo Dimension NDR, STN rails

• Seatpost: Fox Transfer SL Performance Elite, 31.6 mm, 125 mm (S), 150 mm (M–XL)

Connectivity

• Wheel sensor: Cannondale Wheel Sensor

Note Well

Technical specifications may change without notice depending on component availability.
Product images are purely indicative and may not exactly reflect the described features.

Cannondale Scalpel 2: the ultimate expression of efficiency, control, and speed for those who always aim for the finish line.