Synapse Carbon 2 SmartSense 2026

Combining comfort and speed, the Synapse Carbon 2 SmartSense 2025 is the ultimate road bike. Its lightness and agility allow it to conquer any terrain with ease. Drawing from the unmatched speed of Cannondale's race bikes and the adventurous nature of their gravel bikes, it embodies the essence of road cycling. Whether sprinting or going on long rides, the Synapse is the ideal companion for all journeys.

Bike of the year 2025 WINNER

'Against fierce rivals for the crown, and after extensive testing in all conditions, the Synapse stood out for its perfect balance of comfort, handling, fit, innovative features and outstanding value' - BikeRadar

Key features - 

• Stylish & Aero -Crafted from carbon fiber, this bicycle boasts a sleek, aerodynamic frame and fork design. Its stiffness is perfectly tuned for maximum performance, making it a top choice for those seeking speed and precision.
• Precision Shifting - The Force AXS road collection is riding at its finest, ideal for the Cannondale Synapse Carbon 2 SmartSense 2025. With its one-piece 2x front chainrings and a new front derailleur cage design, Force brings a new level of precision to front shifts. Add to that sophisticated carbon finishes and refined shift/brake ergonomics, and it’s no wonder Force is at home the world’s most epic roads.
• SmartSense - The Cannondale Synapse Carbon 2 SmartSense 2025 features the 2nd generation SmartSense so visibility, awareness and confidence built in. With SmartSense’s intelligent systems of lights and rear-facing radar, it’s never been easier to ride smart.  It's intelligent system of lights and rear-facing radar is making you more visible, and more aware of what’s around you. SmartSense is cycling tech that’s easy to live with.

Specifications:

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, 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
Rims - Reserve 42|49 Turbulent Aero, 24h, tubeless ready
Hubs - (F) DT Swiss 370, 12x100mm centerlock / (R) DT Swiss 370, 12x142mm centerlock
Spokes - Sapim CX-Delta J-bend
Tyres - Vittoria Rubino Pro IV, 700x32c
Crank - SRAM Force, 46/33
Bottom Bracket - SRAM DUB BSA
Chain - SRAM Force
Cassette - SRAM Force, 10-36,
Front Derailleur - SRAM Force AXS, braze-on
Rear Derailleur - SRAM Force AXS
Shifters - SRAM Force AXS
Handlebar - FSA SL-K Compact Carbon
Grips - Cannondale Bar Tape, 3.5mm
Stem - Cannondale C1 Conceal, Alloy, 31.8, -6°
Headset - Integrated, 1-1/8” - 1-1/2”
Brakes - SRAM Force AXS hydraulic disc, 160/160mm PaceLine Rotors
Brake Levers - SRAM Force AXS hydraulic disc
Saddle - Fizik Vento Argo R5, 140mm
Seatpost - Cannondale C1 Aero 27 Carbon, SmartSense compatible, 0mm offset (44-48cm), 20mm offset (51-61cm)
Sizes - 48,51,54,56,58,61cm
Extras - SmartSense Gen 2.0 system (headlight, rearfacing radar/taillight, removable downtube battery & SRAM AXS charging cable), large StashBag downtube storage bag