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NEW CANNONDALE SYNAPSE
Cannondale have launched the 5th incarnation of their popular endurance platform, the Synapse.
The 2022 model features a range of unique safety inclusions under the ‘SmartSense’ moniker. In a nutshell, the headline is an integrated rear-facing radar system, front headlight and power/control box integrated into the lower section of the downtube.
To the frameset, and Cannondale say they have increased comfort, added the capacity for 35mm tyres, and shaved weight off the bike.
The company describe the bike as their ‘most versatile, comfortable, all-around, up-for-anything, pure road machine’.
RRPs range from $3,999 for the entry level Carbon 4 model (without SmartSense) through to $8,499 for the Carbon 2 with Shimano Ultegra 12speed Di2. More at www.cannondale.com/en-au
REVOLOOP RACE LIGHTWEIGHT TUBES
We’ve been lucky enough to test a few different lightweight tube offerings lately, and German brand Revoloop is right up there with the best. Made from thermoplastic polyurethane elastomers, Revoloop Race tubes weigh in at a paltry 39g (the Ultra version is even lighter at a ridiculous 25g), making them significantly lighter than butyl or latex options.
An absolute breeze to fit, they’re also
