Cannondale Scalpel HT Carbon 2 – The Ultimate Expression of XC Speed

Designed to Win, Built to Dominate

Face the XC competitions with the new Scalpel HT Carbon 2, a hardtail designed to excel uphill, fly downhill, and take you to the top step of the podium. With an ultra-light carbon frame, a 100 mm Lefty Ocho fork, and a reliable 12-speed Shimano XT drivetrain, this MTB is synonymous with speed, efficiency, and endurance.

Why choose the Scalpel HT Carbon 2?

Super lightweight carbon frame with Proportional Response Design technology for unparalleled control and responsiveness.
Lefty Ocho 100 mm Fork with Chamber Damper and remote lockout, for unmatched precision on the most technical terrains.
Shimano XT 12-speed transmission, smooth and reliable even in the most extreme conditions.
Shimano XT hydraulic disc brakes for superior stopping power and perfect modulation.
Stan's NoTubes Crest MK4 tubeless-ready wheels paired with Schwalbe Racing Ray and Racing Ralph EVO tires, for exceptional grip and smoothness.
Cannondale C1 carbon components, including handlebar and seatpost, for a weight reduction without compromising on strength.
Cannondale wheel sensor integrated to track speed, distance, and maintenance directly from your smartphone.

Technical specifications

Frame & Suspensions

Frame: Cannondale Scalpel HT Carbon, Proportional Response Design, PF30-83, tapered head tube, Speed Release 12x148 mm thru-axle, UDH.
Forcella: Lefty Ocho 100 mm, Chamber Damper, remote lock, OppO spring system, 55 mm offset.
Steering series: Integrated sealed bearings, conical (1-1/8" – 1.5").

Transmission

Change: Shimano XT, 12 speeds.
Shift lever: Shimano XT.
Chain: Shimano SLX, 12 speed.
Crankset: HollowGram BB30 83MTB, OPI SpideRing 34T chainring, chainline 55 mm.
Cassette: Shimano XT 10-51T, 12 speeds.
Bottom bracket: Cannondale Alloy PressFit30.

Braking System

Brakes: Shimano XT with hydraulic disc, XT rotors 180/160 mm.
Brake lever: Shimano XT.

Wheels & Tires

Wheels: Stan’s NoTubes Crest MK4, 28 holes, tubeless-ready.
Raggi: DT Swiss Competition.
Hubs:
- Front: HollowGram Lefty 60.
- Rear: Shimano 7110, thru-axle 12x148 mm.
Tires:
- Front: Schwalbe Racing Ray EVO, 29x2.25", SnakeSkin, Addix Speedgrip, tubeless ready.
- Rear: Schwalbe Racing Ralph EVO, 29x2.25", SnakeSkin, Addix Speed, tubeless ready.

Components

Handlebar: Cannondale 1 Flat, carbon, 31.8 mm, backsweep 9°, width 760 mm.
Handlebar Attack: Cannondale 3, alloy 6061, 31.8 mm, -7°.
Handles: Cannondale XC Silicone.
Saddle: Prologo Dimension NDR, Tirox rails.
Seatpost: Cannondale C1 Carbon, 27.2x400 mm.

Connectivity

Cannondale wheel sensor integrated, for performance monitoring via app.

Please note

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

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