2017 Cannondale Scalpel S1 / Race vs Specialised SWorks Camber

[speedsters]

Trying to decide between above bikes.....

I'm not a podium finisher, middle of the field finisher.

Do 55kms-70km rides on average, couple stage races per year.

Any advice on the above choice of bike?

[nickc]

Trying to decide between above bikes.....

I'm not a podium finisher, middle of the field finisher.

Do 55kms-70km rides on average, couple stage races per year.

Any advice on the above choice of bike?

If you are looking at a couple of stage races the Cannondale SI would be a good choice.

[Myth]

New Cannondale is seriously capable, slightly longer travel fork which translates to more fun while still being a serious racing machine.  So the Cannondale would get my vote.

[Spinnekop]

I voted with my wallet. 

Bought the Scalpel.

Good enough for basically everything I do on a MTB

[VicanZA]

Santa Cruz.... just gonna leave this here.

[jcza]

I voted with my wallet. 

Bought the Scalpel.

Good enough for basically everything I do on a MTB

 

+1

 

Bought the S3 and will upgrade wheels next year. Its superb!!

[Clinton H]

With how expensive bikes have become , I would consider resale as major factor when buying bikes in this price range . For that reason the S Works would get my vote . Also when the k@k hits the fan the Spaz boys will also go the extra mile to keep you happy .

[nonky]

I have a camber comp carbon and it's a brilliant bike.  A true all-rounder.

 

do really need / want the S-Works?  If not, save 50% and buy the camber comp carbon - it has the same geometry and also has a swat box, dropper post, 1x11 etc.

 

Only upgrade "necessary" is to get decent wheels but even that's not crucial.

[AllAboutRides]

Santa Cruz.... just gonna leave this here.

Whats that? a skateboard?

['Dale]

+1

 

Bought the S3 and will upgrade wheels next year. Its superb!!

Let me know what hoops you're thinking about ????????????

Considering upgrading to some carbon puppies

[jcza]

Let me know what hoops you're thinking about

Considering upgrading to some carbon puppies

 

What I want - ENVE

What I will probably get - Token, South or CZero

 

Depends on budget next year, this year wallet is empty

['Dale]

What I want - ENVE

What I will probably get - Token, South or CZero

 

Depends on budget next year, this year wallet is empty

Enve stealth ????

 

I hear good things about CZero

[MuddyMike]

Trying to decide between above bikes.....

I'm not a podium finisher, middle of the field finisher.

Do 55kms-70km rides on average, couple stage races per year.

Any advice on the above choice of bike?

 

Those are both a hell of a lot of bike for a mid field 55-70km rider.... unless of course you've just won the lotto......

 

If you want to feel freaking fast and maybe end a bit closer to the front of the mid field, get the Scalpel....... if you want a bit more versatility, comfort and fun factor get the Camber......

Edited December 22, 2016 by MuddyMike