Cannondale Synapse
01-24-21, 08:21 AM
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Originally Posted by Matt Hinkle
I have the opportunity to buy a Cannondale Synapse for $1000. I was hoping for advice. Thanks in advance!
New? Used?
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01-24-21, 10:56 AM
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The Synapse is the best of the bike bike brand endurance road bikes. I got one for my daughter because I was so impressed with the fit and ride. That is saying something as I work in a Specialized shop that also sells Giant. We looked at Trek and they just didn't have it going on like the Cdale. Two thumbs up for the Synapse.
01-24-21, 11:19 AM
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I bought a Cannondale Synapse about 9 months ago and I am very happy with it. I had it mounted on a pair of Mavic Kysrium Elite wheels during the warm weather months, and the bike rode fantastically. Because of the drop handlebars, you can sit as aggressively or as relaxed as you want. During these winter months, I have it mounted on my Wahoo Kickr Core smart trainer. I highly recommend the Cannondale Synapse.
The $1,000 price is extremely attractive even if used, but as other posters have asked...is it the proper size for you? The comfort, enjoynent and fun of riding the Synapse will not be evident if the bike is not the proper size for you.
The $1,000 price is extremely attractive even if used, but as other posters have asked...is it the proper size for you? The comfort, enjoynent and fun of riding the Synapse will not be evident if the bike is not the proper size for you.
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01-24-21, 11:39 AM
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Originally Posted by Matt Hinkle
I have the opportunity to buy a Cannondale Synapse for $1000. I was hoping for advice. Thanks in advance!
01-25-21, 08:13 PM
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Originally Posted by TiHabanero
The Synapse is the best of the bike bike brand endurance road bikes. I got one for my daughter because I was so impressed with the fit and ride. That is saying something as I work in a Specialized shop that also sells Giant. We looked at Trek and they just didn't have it going on like the Cdale. Two thumbs up for the Synapse.
Anyway, great bike. I got her the carbon version with tiagra and the only upgrade was cane creek calipers to tiagra or 105 (i can't remember).
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Originally Posted by Matt Hinkle
I have the opportunity to buy a Cannondale Synapse for $1000. I was hoping for advice. Thanks in advance!
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