Canadian Cycling Magazine

ENDURANCE ROAD BIKES

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Cannondale Synapse Carbon Disc $4,000

With an Ultegra drivetrain and carbon frame, the Cannondale Synapse packs a lot of features into a well-priced package. The new Synapse disc frame continues the legacy of the renowned Cannondale carbon lineup, offering a Di2-ready bike with bb30, flat-mount disc setup and 12-mm thru axles. The reliable and performanc­e-oriented Shimano Ultegra R8000 provides the drivetrain components. The Synapse rolls on Mavic Aksium disc wheels with Schwalbe tires. The Si crankset, handlebar, stem and seatpost all come from Cannondale’s own parts lineup. The Synapse is available in seven sizes from 44 to 61 cm. ( cannondale.com)

Wilier Cento10ndr $12,999

When Wilier decided to launch i ts new endurance bike, its designers knew it had to live up to the brand’s worldchamp­ionship-winning pedigree. After many hours of r&d, the Cento10ndr meets that goal. The Actiflex elastomer technology that sits where the rear triangle meets the seat tube helps to manage road vibrations. The carbon frame offers a versatile platform allowing for rim or disc brakes. All the wires and hoses can be run entirely inside the Wilier handlebar, stem, frame and fork. The Shimano Ultegra Di2 drivetrain, including hydraulic disc brakes, is matched to a DT Swiss erc 1400 Spline 47 carbon wheelset with Vittoria Rubio Pro 4 rubber. The Cento10ndr is available in six sizes. ( arg-sports.com)

Scott Addict 10 Disc $3,999

The Scott Addict was redesigned to position it squarely in the endurance bike category. The Addict’s carbon frame and fork now have more relaxed geometry. With its trouble-free Shimano Ultegra drivetrain, it’s a bike you can ride for hours without having to worry about what’s under you. Available in seven sizes from 47 to 61 cm, the Scott Addict 10 comes with Syncros RP2.0 Disc wheels and a mix of Syncros carbon and alloy cockpit parts. ( micasport.com)—dandakin

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