Cannondale Synapse 3L 2022 Carbon Road Bike Black
Cannondale Synapse 3L 2022 Carbon Road Bike Black
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The Details
The Cannondale Synapse 3L carbon road bike is one of the brand's most comfortable, all round, up-for-anything road machines. The 3L comes with a Shimano 105, 11-speed groupset, Synapse Carbon Proportional Response size-specific frame and fork with internal cable routing and Shimano 105 hydraulic disc brakes.
Versatility sums the Synapse up - this bike will give you smooth, fast and confident road cycling joy. The Cannondale Synapse road bike has comfort built in from the beginning. It's a lightweight carbon endurance road bike which has been designed for speed and capability without isolating you from the ride experience.
With the carbon construction, Cannondale have subtly shaped the frame and the fork to provide top of the class aerodynamics. Size specific design gives perfectly tuned stiffness, which all adds up to a machine which loves to fly.
Ready for anything, Cannondale have worked a comfortably based riding position and confidence-inspired handling into the bike. There's room for 35mm wide tyre should you want extra cushion and grip. Plenty of gear and bottle mounts are there too.
This perfectly thought through endurance bike is finished with the Cannondale SmartSense system of integrated lights which helps to increase visibility when riding in low light conditions.
Key features:
- Shimano 105, 11-speed groupset
- Synapse Carbon Proportional Response size-specific frame for smooth, fast riding
- SmartSense system of integrated lights
Our Verdict
Road re-imagined - roll smooth, roll fast, roll confident. Wherever the road takes you, roll with the Synapse 3L – one of Cannondale's most comfortable, all-around, up-for-anything, pure road machines.
Key Specifications
- Frame - Synapse Carbon, SmartSense enabled, Proportional Response size-specific design, BSA threaded BB, flat mount brake, 12x142mm thru axle, thru-tube internal cable routing with Switch Plate, removable fender bridge, hidden rack/fender mounts
- Fork - Synapse Carbon, integrated crown race, Proportional Response size-specific design, 12x100mm thru-axle, thru-tube internal routing, hidden fender mounts
- Number of Gears - 11
- Shifters - Shimano 105 hydraulic disc, 11-speed
- Chainset - Shimano RS510, BSA, 50/34
- Chainrings - 50/34
- Cassette - Shimano 105 11-34, 11-speed
- Chain - Shimano HG701, 11-speed
- Front Derailleur - Shimano 105, braze-on
- Rear Derailleur - Shimano 105 GS
- Bottom Bracket - Shimano BSA
- Pedals - Not included
- Rims - RD 2.1, 28h, 21mm IW
- Hubs - (F) Formula CL-712, 12x100mm centerlock / (R) Formula RXC-400, 12x142mm centerlock
- Tires - Vittoria Zaffiro Pro Reflective, 700 x 30c
- Brakes - Shimano 105 hydraulic disc, 160/160mm RT70 rotors
- Brake Levers - Shimano 105 hydraulic
- Handlebars - Cannondale 3, 6061 Alloy, Compact
- Tape - Fabric Knurl Bar Tape
- Headset - Synapse Sealed Bearing, integrated, 1-1/4"-1-1/8"
- Stem - Cannondale 3, 6061 Alloy, 31.8, 7°
- Saddle - Fizik Aliante Delta, S-alloy rails
- Seatpost - Cannondale 3 SmartSense, 6061 Alloy, 27.2 x 350mm (48-56), 400mm (58-61)
- Manufacturer's Disclaimer - Please note that, based on component availability and other factors, specifications are subject to change without notice.
Sizing Information
Cannondale Race and Endurance Road Bike Size Guide
The below Size Guide is relevent for the following Cannondale Race Bikes: CAAD Optimo, CADD13, SuperSix EVO, SystemSix
| Inches | Centimeters | Size |
| 5'2" - 5'5" | 157 - 165 | 44 |
| 5'3" - 5'7" | 160 - 170 | 48 (47 SystemSix Only) |
| 5'5" - 5'9" | 165 - 175 | 51 |
| 5'7" - 5'11" | 170 - 180 | 54 |
| 5'10" - 6'1" | 177 - 185 | 56 |
| 6'0" - 6'4" | 182 - 193 | 58 |
| 6'2" - 6'6" | 187 - 198 | 60 |
| 6'4" - 6'8" | 195 - 205 | 62 |
The below Size Guide is relevent for the following Cannondale Endurance Bikes: Synapse
| Inches | Centimeters | Size |
| 4'9" - 5'3" | 152 - 162 | 44 |
| 5'1" - 5'5" | 157 - 167 | 48 |
| 5'5" - 5'9" | 165 - 175 | 51 |
| 5'7" - 5'11" | 170 - 180 | 54 |
| 5'9" - 6'1" | 175 - 185 | 56 |
| 6'0" - 6'4" | 182 - 193 | 58 |
| 6'2" - 6'6" | 190 - 203 | 61 |
Delivery
Standard Delivery - FREE on all bikes*
Bikes are given a full pre-delivery inspection and delivered 95% built, with only pedals to be fitted and handlebars to be adjusted. Sent via a 24 hour courier service in a best in sector bike cargo box with wheel braces and wrapped in 100% recyclable protective packaging to prevent damage during transit.
*Some off-shore locations and areas of Scotland may incur a surcharge of £39.99. Please check shipping cost before checking out, these areas may also have an extended lead time.
Premium Delivery - £99.99
Our Premium same-day bike delivery service is our quickest and best delivery service; once despatched, you'll receive your new bike later that same day with a personalised delivery slot to suit you. Your bike will come fully built and 100% ready to ride, with any accessories you've ordered fitted too. Our Customer Care team will call to arrange a delivery day and a personalised delivery slot to suit you. There are no middlemen or distribution centres - your new bike will come from Rutland Cycling, direct to your doorstep. Plus, there is minimal packaging to dispose of!
Click & collect - FREE on ALL bikes
Our Click & Collect service offers all the benefits of shopping online, combined with an award-winning retail experience in one of our stores. Simply order your items, select Click & Collect and pick up your item at a time that's convenient for you - our stores are open 7 days a week. Best of all, the service is completely free.
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Your Questions Answered
The Cannondale Synapse 3L carbon road bike is one of the brand's most comfortable, all round, up-for-anything road machines. The 3L comes with a Shimano 105, 11-speed groupset, Synapse Carbon Proportional Response size-specific frame and fork with internal cable routing and Shimano 105 hydraulic disc brakes.
Versatility sums the Synapse up - this bike will give you smooth, fast and confident road cycling joy. The Cannondale Synapse road bike has comfort built in from the beginning. It's a lightweight carbon endurance road bike which has been designed for speed and capability without isolating you from the ride experience.
With the carbon construction, Cannondale have subtly shaped the frame and the fork to provide top of the class aerodynamics. Size specific design gives perfectly tuned stiffness, which all adds up to a machine which loves to fly.
Ready for anything, Cannondale have worked a comfortably based riding position and confidence-inspired handling into the bike. There's room for 35mm wide tyre should you want extra cushion and grip. Plenty of gear and bottle mounts are there too.
This perfectly thought through endurance bike is finished with the Cannondale SmartSense system of integrated lights which helps to increase visibility when riding in low light conditions.
Key features:
- Shimano 105, 11-speed groupset
- Synapse Carbon Proportional Response size-specific frame for smooth, fast riding
- SmartSense system of integrated lights
- Frame - Synapse Carbon, SmartSense enabled, Proportional Response size-specific design, BSA threaded BB, flat mount brake, 12x142mm thru axle, thru-tube internal cable routing with Switch Plate, removable fender bridge, hidden rack/fender mounts
- Fork - Synapse Carbon, integrated crown race, Proportional Response size-specific design, 12x100mm thru-axle, thru-tube internal routing, hidden fender mounts
- Number of Gears - 11
- Shifters - Shimano 105 hydraulic disc, 11-speed
- Chainset - Shimano RS510, BSA, 50/34
- Chainrings - 50/34
- Cassette - Shimano 105 11-34, 11-speed
- Chain - Shimano HG701, 11-speed
- Front Derailleur - Shimano 105, braze-on
- Rear Derailleur - Shimano 105 GS
- Bottom Bracket - Shimano BSA
- Pedals - Not included
- Rims - RD 2.1, 28h, 21mm IW
- Hubs - (F) Formula CL-712, 12x100mm centerlock / (R) Formula RXC-400, 12x142mm centerlock
- Tires - Vittoria Zaffiro Pro Reflective, 700 x 30c
- Brakes - Shimano 105 hydraulic disc, 160/160mm RT70 rotors
- Brake Levers - Shimano 105 hydraulic
- Handlebars - Cannondale 3, 6061 Alloy, Compact
- Tape - Fabric Knurl Bar Tape
- Headset - Synapse Sealed Bearing, integrated, 1-1/4"-1-1/8"
- Stem - Cannondale 3, 6061 Alloy, 31.8, 7°
- Saddle - Fizik Aliante Delta, S-alloy rails
- Seatpost - Cannondale 3 SmartSense, 6061 Alloy, 27.2 x 350mm (48-56), 400mm (58-61)
- Manufacturer's Disclaimer - Please note that, based on component availability and other factors, specifications are subject to change without notice.
Road re-imagined - roll smooth, roll fast, roll confident. Wherever the road takes you, roll with the Synapse 3L – one of Cannondale's most comfortable, all-around, up-for-anything, pure road machines.
Sizing Information
Cannondale Race and Endurance Road Bike Size Guide
The below Size Guide is relevent for the following Cannondale Race Bikes: CAAD Optimo, CADD13, SuperSix EVO, SystemSix
| Inches | Centimeters | Size |
| 5'2" - 5'5" | 157 - 165 | 44 |
| 5'3" - 5'7" | 160 - 170 | 48 (47 SystemSix Only) |
| 5'5" - 5'9" | 165 - 175 | 51 |
| 5'7" - 5'11" | 170 - 180 | 54 |
| 5'10" - 6'1" | 177 - 185 | 56 |
| 6'0" - 6'4" | 182 - 193 | 58 |
| 6'2" - 6'6" | 187 - 198 | 60 |
| 6'4" - 6'8" | 195 - 205 | 62 |
The below Size Guide is relevent for the following Cannondale Endurance Bikes: Synapse
| Inches | Centimeters | Size |
| 4'9" - 5'3" | 152 - 162 | 44 |
| 5'1" - 5'5" | 157 - 167 | 48 |
| 5'5" - 5'9" | 165 - 175 | 51 |
| 5'7" - 5'11" | 170 - 180 | 54 |
| 5'9" - 6'1" | 175 - 185 | 56 |
| 6'0" - 6'4" | 182 - 193 | 58 |
| 6'2" - 6'6" | 190 - 203 | 61 |
Standard Delivery - FREE on all bikes*
Bikes are given a full pre-delivery inspection and delivered 95% built, with only pedals to be fitted and handlebars to be adjusted. Sent via a 24 hour courier service in a best in sector bike cargo box with wheel braces and wrapped in 100% recyclable protective packaging to prevent damage during transit.
*Some off-shore locations and areas of Scotland may incur a surcharge of £39.99. Please check shipping cost before checking out, these areas may also have an extended lead time.
Premium Delivery - £99.99
Our Premium same-day bike delivery service is our quickest and best delivery service; once despatched, you'll receive your new bike later that same day with a personalised delivery slot to suit you. Your bike will come fully built and 100% ready to ride, with any accessories you've ordered fitted too. Our Customer Care team will call to arrange a delivery day and a personalised delivery slot to suit you. There are no middlemen or distribution centres - your new bike will come from Rutland Cycling, direct to your doorstep. Plus, there is minimal packaging to dispose of!
Click & collect - FREE on ALL bikes
Our Click & Collect service offers all the benefits of shopping online, combined with an award-winning retail experience in one of our stores. Simply order your items, select Click & Collect and pick up your item at a time that's convenient for you - our stores are open 7 days a week. Best of all, the service is completely free.
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Available Finance Options
| Duration (months) | Interest Rate (p.a. fixed) | Monthly Payments | Amount of Credit | Total Repayable | Deferral period |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36 months | 16.9 % APR | £83.72 | £2,239.99 | £3,013.92 | 6 |
| 12 months | 9.9 % APR | £196.39 | £2,239.99 | £2,356.68 | 0.0 |
| 24 months | 9.9 % APR | £102.83 | £2,239.99 | £2,467.92 | 0.0 |
| 36 months | 9.9 % APR | £71.73 | £2,239.99 | £2,582.28 | 0.0 |
| 48 months | 9.9 % APR | £56.26 | £2,239.99 | £2,700.48 | 0.0 |
Finance representative examples
Find below representative examples for both 9.9%APR and 0%APR finance. Full details of available finance products can be found on individual product pages. Full details and T&Cs regarding our finance options can be found here.
| 12 months 0% APR representative | 48 months 9.9% APR representativee | |
| Price | £999.00 | £1788.00 |
| Advance Payment | £100.00 | £0.00 |
| Amount of Credit | £899.00 | £1788.00 |
| Interest Rate | 0% p.a. fixed | 9.9% p.a. fixed |
| Respresentative | 0%APR | 9.9%APR |
| Total Term | 12 months | 48 months |
| Payment Holiday | 0 months | 0 months |
| Monthly payments | 12 x £74.91 | 48 x £44.91 |
| Total Amount Payable | £898.92 | £2,115.68 |