Cannondale Synapse Alloy Tiagra '12

Cannondale Synapse Alloy Tiagra

Shimano Tiagra 2x10 gearing helps you make the most of the Cannondale Synapse Alloy frame.

‘The mid-range Shimano Tiagra gruppo gets a massive facelift, gaining the newer STI lever shape, matching everything from 105 upwards. A light-action shifter feel is maintained. External tension adjusters allow on-the-fly adjustment. The new-shape levers move Super SLR brake callipers bringing improved braking power to Tiagra level.’
Cycling Weekly.

Especially when the frame and the FSA Omega crankset employ the new standard BB30 bottom bracket system.

• The BB30 system employs an oversized bottom bracket shell and oversized industrial bearings for enhanced frame strength, stiffness and bearing longevity.
• When used with a 2x10 transmission the BB30 enables a smaller, more efficient Q-factor - i.e. your feet are effectively positioned closer together for optimal pedaling and biomechanical efficiency.

‘The award-winning Synapse family of bikes are designed for high performance with an eye to improved comfort, smooth riding and stable handling over abusive surfaces. Perfect for Gran Fondo rides, taking the long way to work or just glorious plush hours in the saddle, the Synapse is the perfect blend of race-level performance and all-day comfort.’
Cannondale.

Cannondale Synapse Alloy Overview

The Synapse is to Cannondale what the Secteur is to Specialized and the Defy is to Giant. The Synapse is as capable of race day performance as any similarly-priced road bike but the frame has been tweaked to enhance day-long riding comfort. The head tube is 2cm taller. Cannondale’s new SAVE PLUS stays offer a 13% improvement in vertical compliance over the original design. Mudguard and rack eyelets (and clearance) underline this bike’s versatility.

As you have guessed from this bike's name, the Cannondale Synapse Alloy Sora is built with a shaped, butted and manipulated 6061 aluminium alloy frame (Cannondale also make Synapse carbon composite bikes) equipped with a Shimano Tiagra 2x10 compact transmission.

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