2018
2018 Cannondale Scalpel SE
The 2018 Cannondale Scalpel SE sits in the middle of the range for XC bikes. The Scalpel SE 1 build comes with SRAM X01 Eagle shifting and Maxxis Ardent 2.4”/2.25 tires.
Source: cannondale.com. Checked .
Key facts
- Brand
- Cannondale
- Model
- Scalpel
- Model year
- 2018
- Frame
- SE
- Type
- XC
- Geometry labels
- S (27.5"), M (29"), L (29"), and XL (29")
- Drivetrain
- Varies by build
- Fork
- Varies by build
- Rear shock
- Varies by build
- Geometry
- Some measurements unavailable
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Geometry by size
| Measurement | S (27.5") | M (29") | L (29") | XL (29") |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reach(mm) | Not available | 408 | 428 | 451 |
| Stack(mm) | Not available | 602 | 614 | 625 |
| Head tube angle(°) | Not available | 68.5 | 68.5 | 68.6 |
| Seat tube angle(°) | Not available | 72 | 72 | 72.1 |
| Effective top tube(mm) | Not available | 604 | 627 | 653 |
| Chainstay length(mm) | Not available | 436 | 436 | 436 |
| Wheelbase(mm) | Not available | 1129 | 1154 | 1180 |
| BB drop(mm) | Not available | 27 | 27 | 27 |
| BB height(mm) | Not available | 345 | 345 | 345 |
| Standover(mm) | Not available | 835 | 863 | 891 |
| Seat tube length(mm) | 400 | 440 | 480 | 520 |
| Head tube length(mm) | Not available | 110 | 122 | 134 |
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Stock build
Scalpel SE 1
Frame
Cannondale Scalpel-Si
Suspension
Lefty 2.0
Fox Float DPS EVOL SV Performance Elite
Drivetrain
Wheels & Tires
Brakes
Cockpit
Seatpost & Saddle
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Scalpel SE 2
Frame
Cannondale Scalpel-Si
Suspension
Fox Float DPS EVOL SV Performance
Drivetrain
Wheels & Tires
Brakes
SRAM Level TL
Cockpit
Seatpost & Saddle
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Quick answers
- Which size or configuration labels have geometry for the 2018 Cannondale Scalpel SE?
- Geometry is listed for S (27.5"), M (29"), L (29"), and XL (29").
- What are the reach and stack of the 2018 Cannondale Scalpel SE in size L (29")?
- In size L (29"), reach is 428 mm and stack is 614 mm.
- What is the head tube angle of the 2018 Cannondale Scalpel SE?
- The head tube angle is 68.5 degrees in size L (29").
- What does the 2018 Cannondale Scalpel SE 1 ship with?
- The stock build includes Cannondale Scalpel-Si, Lefty 2.0, SRAM GX Eagle 12, and Maxxis Ardent 2.4”/2.25.
- Which years of the Cannondale Scalpel are on Quiver?
- Quiver has the Cannondale Scalpel for 2018, 2024, 2022, 2019, and 2016.
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