The Cannondale Scalpel Carbon 3 is engineered for riders who demand the thrill of speed combined with uncompromising capability. With the most advanced cross-country suspension technology and aggressive geometry, this new Scalpel redefines what cross-country speed means, delivering a machine that’s fast, light, and devastatingly capable on cross-country courses or technical trails where split seconds determine victory.

Built around Cannondale’s advanced Series 1 Carbon construction, the Scalpel 3 features revolutionary FlexPivot technology and Proportional Response suspension that delivers 120mm of travel optimized for each frame size. The patented FlexPivot chainstays act as virtual Horst link pivots, creating true four-bar suspension performance without the weight or maintenance of traditional bearings. This allows engineers to precisely tailor suspension response to pedaling, braking, and bump forces while maintaining World Cup race rig efficiency.

The geometry tells the speed story with a wicked slack 66.6 head tube angle for confidence at speed, paired with a steeper 75.5 seat tube angle that keeps riders in the perfect position for power and traction on climbs. Size-specific chainstay lengths maintain optimal balance between wheels across all frame sizes. The RockShox SID Select suspension provides 120mm of controlled travel both front and rear, while the Shimano XT 12-speed drivetrain ensures precise shifts under pressure.

Perfect for racers and trail riders who refuse to choose between cross-country efficiency and trail capability, the Scalpel Carbon 3 comes equipped with Stan’s NoTubes Crest MK4 tubeless-ready wheels and 2.4-inch tires for maximum traction and control. This is pure, purposeful design where every element serves speed, capability, and the pursuit of that perfect ride.

Key Features

• Frame Scalpel Series 1 Carbon with FlexPivot Technology and 120mm Travel
• Suspension RockShox SID Select Fork and SIDLuxe Select+ Shock (120mm)
• Drivetrain Shimano XT 12-Speed
• Wheelset Stan’s NoTubes Crest MK4 Tubeless Ready (28h)
• Technology Proportional Response Suspension and Size-Specific Geometry