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Cannondale quick disk 1 review5/26/2023 ![]() The seat tube is offset to the left to clear the front derailleur and maximize cross section, and the chainstays are shaped differently to improve tire clearance and use a double chainring. Well, technically, it is an asymmetric design, but only in that driveside and braking areas are reshaped and strengthened to handle those stresses. No, there’s no asymmetric rear end or wheel builds here, letting you swap in any modern thru axle disc brake wheelset. And both get some of their “Si” Systems Integration, though nowhere near the level of the latest SuperX or Scalpel bikes. Both versions benefit from their SAVE micro suspension at the seat- and chainstays, fork, and seatpost. The 2018 Synapse is offered in two frame trims – the HiMod at the top, and this Carbon model with BallisTec layups. Here’s how it performed… 2018 Cannondale Synapse Carbon Disc Overview Add in much improved looks over earlier models, sleek cable routing and a hidden seatpost binder, and it looks very much like the total package riders who just like to ride a lot. ![]() Whether you wanted to go fast or go long, or both, its combination of a stiff but forgiving frame, big tire clearance, and intentional compliance could deliver. Introduced last year, the 2018 Cannondale Synapse was designed as an endurance race bike.
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