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2026 Cannondale Scalpel Carbon LAB71

2026 Cannondale Scalpel Carbon LAB71

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Scalpel Sharp, CFR Strong
Purebred for the podium. Scalpel LAB71 Cannondale Factory Racing Replica blends World Cup bloodlines and cutting-edge tech to reign over every cross-country course.

The LAB71 Scalpel Team is for pure podium pursuit. Full team spec, with LAB71's elite carbon magic, Shimano’s XTR Di2 wireless wizardry, and the sleek integration of the SystemBar XC-One. A Lefty Ocho Carbon fork devours roots, rocks, and reality checks, while the Fox Factory-tuned rear shock syncs seamlessly to keep traction glued and momentum cooking. With FSA KFX Team Edition carbon wheels and a Fox Factory wireless dropper, it’s ready for the top step. Battle-tested by Cannondale Factory Racing, proven by podiums worldwide.

What it's for
The thrill of speed. Winning World Championship XC and Marathon races. High-speed trail slaying. Inspiring envy.

Highlights

  • LAB71 Series 0 Ultralight Carbon Frame with FlexPivot, 120mm travel, and Proportional Response Tuned Suspension and Geometry - Advanced carbon engineering for maximum snap and minimal grams

  • Lefty Ocho 120 Carbon Fork – Precision steering, unmatched sensitivity, zero compromise

  • Shimano XTR Di2 Group – Shift quicker than your competition blinks. No cables, just instant response

  • SystemBar XC-One – Sleekly integrated full carbon cockpit

  • Fox Float SL Factory EVOL Shock – Custom-tuned traction management for XC supremacy

  • Fox Factory Transfer Neo 150mm dropper XC seatpost – light, fast, wireless



Features

Born Fast, Built Faster: LAB71 Series 0 Carbon delivers the lightest, stiffest, and most responsive Scalpel yet—made to chase seconds and crush records.

Light & Lefty: Lefty Ocho Carbon’s unique design provides pinpoint control— with 120mm of travel, friction-free internals, and completely integrated aesthetic, delivers unreal smoothness and steering precision. Putting you in charge of every inch of the trail.

Size-Specific Mastery: Proportional Response Geometry tunes each frame to rider size, dialing traction, balance, and control for a no-compromises race machine that moves with you.

Ridden by the Pros: Scalpel and Cannondale Factory Racing are a proven force—developing XC talent from World Champions to Olympic medalists. Now it’s your turn to ride like one. The all-new Scalpel LAB71 CFR is a race replica built for the world’s fastest, and now, ready for you.

Light on Weight, Heavy on Wins: Engineered for the lightest possible weight without giving up stiffness or speed—this CFR-proven frame turns every pedal stroke into pure, unfiltered velocity.

XTR Di2 - Wireless Without Weakness: Shimano’s flagship drivetrain sets a new standard—offering instant wireless shifts, class-leading chain security, and elite-level efficiency built for the world’s fastest XC racers.

Flex Smart, Finish Strong: Cannondale's patent-pending FlexPivot stays create a true four-bar suspension system without the weight, boosting small bump sensitivity, pedaling snap, and all-day reliability.

Grip, Glide, and Go: Lefty Ocho 120 Fork is the most precise, advanced XC fork ever created. 120mm of butter-smooth travel keeps you glued to the line and charging harder than ever.

Size-Synced for Speed: Proportional Response suspension and geometry is uniquely tuned by size for maximum traction, handling, and race-day dominance—straight from the Cannondale Factory Racing playbook.

One Piece, Infinite Control: SystemBar XC-One is Cannondale's premier full-carbon, one-piece cockpit that saves grams, sharpens steering, and tucks cables cleanly inside—delivering ultimate control without clutter.

Speed Starts at the Spokes: Race-ready FSA KFX Team Edition carbon wheels are as featherweight as they are fierce. Rocket up climbs, carve through corners, and launch off the line— the KFX’s carbon build spins pure-velocity into every ride.

Frameset

Frame Scalpel LAB71, Series 0 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 Lefty Ocho 120 Carbon, 120mm, Chamber Damper, OppO Spring System, tapered steerer, 50mm offset, TwistLoc Ultimate remote dual lockout
Headset Acros ICR
Rear Shock Fox Float SL Factory EVOL SV, Kashima, 190x45mm, custom tune, TwistLoc Ultimate remote dual lockout

Drivetrain

Rear Derailleur Shimano XTR Di2 M9250 wireless electronic, 12-speed
Shifters Shimano XTR Di2 M9250 wireless electronic, I-SPEC EV, 12-speed
Chain Shimano XTR, 12-speed
Crank Shimano XTR M9200, 30T
Rear Cogs Shimano XTR 9200, 9-45, 12-speed
Bottom Bracket Shimano BSA 73mm

Brakes

Brakes Shimano XTR M9220 4-piston hydraulic disc, 180/160mm MT905 6-bolt rotors
Brake Levers Shimano XTR M9220 hydraulic disc

Wheels

Front Hub FSA Lefty
Rear Hub FSA X-900
Rims FSA KFX Team Edition Carbon, 24h, 30mm inner width, hookless, tubeless ready
Spokes Straight pull Aero
Tyre Size 2.4
Wheel Size 29
Tyres Schwalbe Rick XC Pro, 29x2.4", Speed Compound, tubeless ready
Front Tyre Schwalbe Rick XC Pro, 29x2.4", Speed Compound, tubeless ready
Rear Tyre Schwalbe Rick XC Pro, 29x2.4", Speed Compound, tubeless ready

Components

Handlebar SystemBar XC-One Flat, carbon, integrated bar/stem, internal cable routing, 5° upsweep, 8° backsweep, 760mm width, -6° stem, 1-1/8" clamp
Stem SystemBar XC-One Flat, carbon integrated bar/stem
Grips SRAM Silicone
Saddle Prologo Dimension NDR, Tirox rails
Seatpost Fox Factory Transfer Neo wireless electronic, 150mm drop, 31.6

Other

Connectivity Cannondale Wheel Sensor
Accessories Tubeless Valves, SystemBar Garmin/Wahoo Computer Mounts, Shimano charger

Specifications subject to change without notice.

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