Scalpel HT Carbon 3 Cannondale 2025 Rally Red

SCALPEL HT CARBON 3

- THE PUREST RACE STYLE:

It is the new generation of XC hardtail, designed so no one can keep up with you on climbs, leave everyone behind on descents, and take you to the podium.

- MODEL DESCRIPTION:

Zero fat, total fury. The Scalpel HT 3 leaves nothing to chance: everything is aimed at speed. Its carbon frame propels you with high responsiveness, Shimano Deore shifting responds precisely, the RockShox Recon Silver fork reads the terrain, and 29-inch wheels help you maintain speed. Ride faster, go further.

- PURPOSE:

XC and Marathon racing. Add podiums and personal records.

- KEY POINTS:

• Lightweight carbon frame with progressive, size-specific XC geometry.
• Deore M6100 – crisp and reliable shifting from the robust 12-speed Shimano groupset.
• RockShox Recon Silver RL fork, 110 mm travel with remote lockout. Proven race performance.
• Shimano MT400 4-piston hydraulic brakes for effective stopping on any terrain.
• WTB ST i25 rims with Maxxis Rekon Race/Aspen Race WT tires.
• RaceFace Ride 2-bolt dropper post. Light, simple, reliable.

Trust approaching the limit

Don’t hesitate when others slam the brakes. The 66.5° slack head angle provides the stability and control needed to dominate descents. Brake late. Turn decisively. Conquer descents.

Stay centered

Proportional Response chainstays and the vertical seat tube angle keep you centered between the wheels for better traction and more powerful pedaling on climbs, with more control on descents.

Control the terrain

Flex zones in the chainstays work with the lower stays to absorb vibrations and reduce impacts, increasing control, smoothing the terrain, and reducing fatigue. Ride more aggressively. Ride faster. Push your limits.

*PROPORTIONAL RESPONSE GEOMETRY*

Frame geometry is size-specific, including chainstay length. Keeps the rider centered between wheels for incredible traction and handling.

*SLACK HEAD ANGLE*

The 66.5° slack head angle delivers confidence on fast or steep descents that other XC bikes can’t match.

*CONVERTIBLE CABLE STOPS*

The internal cable routing system allows full housing for maximum weather protection, or interrupted housing with exposed cable sections for weight savings.