2016 Trek Émonda SLR (H2 fit) vs 2018 Cannondale Synapse Hi-MOD Disc

What changes on the Cannondale Synapse Hi-MOD Disc

Compared with the Trek Émonda SLR (H2 fit) in 56, the Cannondale Synapse Hi-MOD Disc in 56 places the top of the head tube 13 mm higher and about as far forward, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 12 mm longer, which can contribute to stability at speed.

Frame stack

+13 mm

Higher front end

Frame reach

−1 mm

About the same reach

Wheelbase

+12 mm

Longer: steadier at speed

Head angle

−0.5°

Slacker: calmer steering

Chainstays

n/a

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The two frames

We can't draw these frames yet. The Trek Émonda SLR (H2 fit) numbers we have for size 56 are missing the seat angle. The numbers below still compare.

Geometry side by side

Differences are the Cannondale Synapse Hi-MOD Disc minus the Trek Émonda SLR (H2 fit). Full charts: 2016 Trek Émonda SLR (H2 fit), 2018 Cannondale Synapse Hi-MOD Disc.

Where each sits in its class

Trek Émonda SLR (H2 fit)Cannondale Synapse Hi-MOD Disc

Each bike is ranked against the other road bikes on Quiver, on frame geometry alone. Not your hand position or ride feel.

What each ships with

The stock build of each bike's first listed trim. Parts that match are dimmed.