2024 Scalpel 3 Full Suspension Mountain Bike
Every bike is fully assembled, tuned, and test-ridden before pickup at your chosen DFW Bike Mart location.
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Professionally built and test-ridden before it ships. Arrives mostly assembled with just minimal setup needed. See Reassembly Instructions
Delivered fully assembled and tuned by Bike Mart - ready to ride right at your doorstep within 10 miles of any DFW location.
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What is the Bike Mart Return policy?
What is the Bike Mart Return policy?
Bike Mart offers a 14-day return and 30-day exchange policy in effect on qualifying items. Restocking fee may apply for "At Warehouse" Items. Read More
What Financing options does Bike Mart offer?
What Financing options does Bike Mart offer?
Financing is easier than ever at Bike Mart. With Synchrony Financial, you can choose:
- 0% APR for 6 months — on orders under $999
- 0% APR for 12 months — on orders of $1,000 or more
We also support HSA/FSA Funds with TrueMed, Shop Pay Installments and PayPal Financing.
Ship
Get your bike or equipment delivered to your home directly from Bike Mart via our FedEx or USPS Carrier partners. Adult signature is required for all bike deliveries and for equipment & gear deliveries over $500.
For orders that include a bike, it will be professionally pre-built and shipped to your home with minimal assembly needed. While we try to make it as easy as possible, basic mechanical skills and proper tools are required.
If you decide to take your bike to a local bike shop for assembly, additional fees will apply.
Pickup
We’ve made it easier than ever to get the gear and bikes you love—fast. With our Buy Online, Pick Up In Store (BOPIS) option, you can shop online and pick up your items at your convenience from any of our six DFW locations.
The best part about picking up at a Bike Mart location is that you get the same high quality service with the convenience of having the exact bike or part.
Bikes / Car Racks will be assembled and installed at no extra charge and might require additional processing time for assembly.
Delivery
When you select "Home Delivery" at checkout. Your bike will be professionally assembled and the closest Bike Mart store will call you to schedule the delivery.
We offer home delivery for bike purchases only within 10 miles of a Bike Mart location. Contact us if you live beyond 10 miles and we can discuss more options. Additional fees may apply.
In stock bikes will be delivered within 7 days. Warehouse bikes will delivered within 14 days*.
Features
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FlexPivot
FlexPivot stays are key to Scalpel’s incredible suspension performance and low weight. These patented carbon sections act as virtual Horst link pivots, creating a true four-bar link suspension that allows our engineers to precisely tailor how the suspension responds to pedaling, braking, and bump forces, without the weight or maintenance of bearings.
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Proportional Response Suspension
How a suspension system responds to inputs is heavily influenced by the rider’s center of gravity, yet most designs on the market use the exact same suspension layout across all the sizes. With Proportional Response, we customize the kinematics by size to deliver the absolute best traction, braking, and pedaling performance.
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Geometric Advantage
Full size-specific customization keeps you balanced in the sweet spot. A wicked slack 66.6º head tube angle delivers confidence at speed. Steeper 75.5º seat tube angle and longer reach keeps you in the perfect position for power and traction on the climbs.
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Fly Low
The cat’s out of the bag: A dropper post’s ability to instantly raise or lower a bike’s saddle for technical sections or steep descents is a secret to speed that XC riders can’t ignore anymore. It’s why you’ll find them on any Scalpel – so you can command any terrain, and fast.
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Re-Tiring Convention
More travel and more capable geometry meant re-thinking tires, too. The 2.4-inch tires on the new Scalpel are higher in volume than conventionally narrower XC tires, meaning more traction and more control, even in the rough stuff.
Hold On Tight
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Travel Advisory
Not just more travel – better travel. Thanks to the magic of our FlexPivot kinematics and Proportional Response suspension, Scalpel’s 120mm of travel delivers unreal traction, more control, and a hell of a lot more fun – with all the efficiency and responsiveness you’d expect from a World Cup race rig.
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Devilishly Fast
Speed starts with the geometry, and Scalpel’s got the hole shot. It has a slack 66.6º head tube angle, a steeper 75.5º seat tube angle, and chainstays that get longer as the frames get bigger to keep the rider more balanced between the wheels. The result? More power and traction on the climbs, more pinpoint control in the corners, and a whole new level of confidence at speed.
Overview
Overview
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Thrill ride. With the most advanced XC suspension and geometry, and rowdy-ready spec, the World Cup winning Scalpel redefines cross-country speed – again.
Model Description
Fast, light, and capable on XC courses or technical trails, the Scalpel 3 is built to fly. The frameset is made of our advanced lightweight carbon construction. Then it gets built up with a Shimano XT 12-speed drivetrain, RockShox SID Select suspension both front and rear, and Stan’s NoTubes Crest MK4 rims for excellent speed and control.
What it's for
The thrill of speed. Winning XC and Marathon races. High-speed trail slaying.
Highlights
- Superlight Carbon frame with FlexPivot, 120mm travel, and Proportional Response-Tuned Suspension and Geometry
- Lightweight RockShox SID Select 120mm fork and SIDLuxe Select+ rear shock
- Shimano’s legendary XT 12-speed shifting
- Powerful, controllable Shimano Deore M6100 hydraulic disc brakes
- Stan’s tubeless-ready Crest Mk4 rims with Maxxis Rekon Race and Aspen WT 2.4” tires
- Cannondale’s DownLow dropper seatpost
Technical Specifications
Technical Specifications
| Platform | Scalpel |
| Model name | Scalpel 3 |
| Model code | C24454U |
| Frame | Scalpel, lightweight carbon construction, 120mm travel, Proportional Response Suspension and Geometry, FlexPivot Chainstay, full internal cable routing, 73mm BSA, 1.5" headtube with 1-1/8" upper reducer/internal cable guide, 148x12mm thru axle, 55mm chainline, UDH, post-mount disc – 160mm native |
| Fork | RockShox SID Select, 120mm, Debonair, 15x110mm thru-axle, tapered steerer, 44mm offset |
| Headset | Acros ICR |
| Rear shock | RockShox SIDLuxe Select+, 2-Pos mode adjust, adjustable rebound, 190x45 |
| Rear derailleur | Shimano XT |
| Shifters | Shimano XT, 12-speed |
| Chain | Shimano SLX M7100, 12-speed |
| Crank | Shimano Deore M6120, 32T |
| Rear cogs | Shimano XT, 10-51, 12-speed |
| Bottom bracket | Shimano BSA 73mm |
| Brakes | Shimano Deore M6100, 180/160mm RT54 rotors |
| Brake levers | Shimano Deore M6100 |
| Rims | Stan's NoTubes Crest MK4, 28h, tubeless ready |
| Spokes | DT Swiss Competition Race |
| Tire size | 2.4 |
| Wheel size | 29 |
| Hubs | (F) Shimano TC-500, 15x110mm thru-axle / (R) Shimano TC-500, 12x148mm thru-axle |
| Tires | (F) Maxxis Rekon Race WT, 29x2.4", EXO Protection, tubeless ready / (R) Maxxis Aspen WT, 29x2.4", EXO Protection, tubeless ready |
| Handlebar | Cannondale 2 Flat, butted 2014 Alloy, 31.8mm, 3° rise, 8° sweep, 760mm |
| Stem | Cannondale C1 Conceal, Alloy, 31.8, -6° |
| Grips | Cannondale XC Silicone |
| Saddle | Prologo Dimension NDR, STN rails |
| Seatpost | Cannondale DownLow Dropper, internal routing, 31.6, 125mm (S), 150mm (M-XL) |
| Ingestion hazard | WARNING - INGESTION HAZARD: This product contains a button cell or coin battery. DEATH or serious injury can occur if ingested. A swallowed button cell or coin battery can cause Internal Chemical Burns in as little as 2 hours. KEEP new and used batteries OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. Seek immediate medical attention if a battery is suspected to be swallowed or inserted inside any part of the body. |
Parts are subject to change without notice. Chat with us if you have any questions.
Geometry
Geometry
Length measurements converted to mm from Cannondale inch values. Angles in degrees.
This Geometry Chart is provided by the Manufactuer. Chat with us if you have any questions.
Sizing
Sizing
| size | inches | cm |
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| SM | 5'1" - 5'5" | 155 - 165 |
| MD | 5'4" - 5'9" | 163 - 175 |
| LG | 5'8" - 6'0" | 173 - 183 |
| XL | 5'11" - 6'5" | 180 - 196 |
Sizing to be used as a reference only. Chat with us if you have any questions.
Why Shop at Bike Mart?
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Community-Focused
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Professional, Quality Assembly
Our bikes are expertly assembled and inspected by Bike Mart’s professionally trained staff. They ensure proper adjustments, tighten and true wheels, and get your bike ready to ride.
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Our Legacy of Excellence
With 62 years of retail experience, Bike Mart brings unparalleled expertise and dedication to serving you.
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10% off accessories with new bike purchase
Receive 10% off all accessories purchased with a new bike.
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Hassle-Free Returns
Easily initiate returns for online orders with our straightforward return policy to shop with confidence.
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Locally Owned & Operated
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Free accessory installation with new bike purchase
Let our experts install your accessories at no extra cost, ensuring everything fits perfectly and is ready for your ride!
