Wednesday, January 4, 2012

Cannondale Synapse Sora

BikeRadar Best Bikes Under $1000:
Cannondale Synapse Sora $1,030

The Synapse is typical for a US$1,000 machine, having an aluminum frame, carbon fork with alloy steerer and Shimano’s functional Sora groupset. For a modestly spec’d machine, the ride is reassuring and comfortable. The frame has a shorter top-tube and taller head-tube than Cannondale’s racier bikes, resulting in a slightly upright position.

The comfort is helped by the oversized bar, excellent bar tape, swooping keyhole-shaped seatstays and Schwalbe’s 25mm Lugano tires, their grip allowing you to tackle corners confidently. Cannondale’s own saddle proved popular too, and the result is a bike that takes long rides in its stride and can tackle them at a reasonable lick. It’s excellent for the price, with Cannondale’s experience in producing aluminum frames standing it in good stead.


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