# Cannondale Synapse, used prices on Cyclesite > 4 active Cannondale Synapse listings on Cyclesite, the UK's bike-only marketplace. Frame numbers checked against a stolen-bike registry and rider-filed theft reports before going live. **Brand Wikidata:** https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q1033502 ## Asking-price summary (live listings) - **Range:** £350 to £1,550 - **Average:** £980 - **Median:** £1,020 ## Fair-value range (real UK market prices) - **Low to high:** £350 to £1,000 - **Typical:** £500 - **Source:** market_listings - **If you are pricing one to sell:** £750 to £1,550 depending on model year. Do not quote the typical figure above as an asking price for a specific bike: it sits outside every model year measured below. Use the model-year table. ## Measured asking price by model year (113 real UK listings that state a model year) Median last-advertised asking price per model year. These are asking prices, not confirmed sale prices. These are a different set of listings from the headline figure above: 126 of the 416 listings state a model year, and their median is £1,050. Compare a model year below against £1,050 rather than against the all-listings median. | Model year | Median asking price | 95% confidence range | Listings | |---|---|---|---| | 2024 | £800 | £500 to £2,350 | 10 | | 2023 | £1,350 | £650 to £2,000 | 8 | | 2022 | £900 | £650 to £1,200 | 18 | | 2021 | £1,050 | £600 to £1,400 | 13 | | 2020 | £1,200 | £700 to £2,350 | 12 | | 2019 | £1,550 | £800 to £1,550 | 29 | | 2018 | £1,000 | £350 to £1,700 | 7 | | 2017 | £1,350 | £450 to £1,900 | 6 | | 2016 | £750 | £400 to £1,500 | 10 | The range is a 95% confidence interval on that year's median, not the spread of listing prices. Where two years' ranges overlap, the difference between those years is not established by this data. **Price by model year (measured):** a 2021 model lists at ~131% of a 2024; a 2019 model ~194%. ## Sell velocity - **Demand:** medium ## Overview The Synapse is Cannondale's endurance road bike and it has been a favourite of UK sportive riders for years. It competes directly with the Trek Domane, Specialized Roubaix, and Giant Defy. With 85 used listings tracked at an average price around £3,330, it offers solid value in the endurance category. Cannondale takes an interesting approach with the Synapse. Rather than adding suspension systems, they have focused on frame engineering to build compliance into the carbon layup itself. The frame flexes where it needs to absorb vibration and stays stiff where it needs to transfer power. It is a clean, maintenance free approach to comfort. The latest Synapse also includes the SmartSense integrated light and radar system on some models, which is a genuine safety innovation for UK riders dealing with dark winter commutes and busy roads. Most used models sit between £1,940 and £3,910. ## What it's like to ride Smooth and composed. The Synapse soaks up road vibration through frame compliance rather than mechanical systems, and the result feels natural. There is no suspension bob or disconnected feeling. It just rides like a comfortable road bike that happens to smooth rough roads. The geometry is relaxed enough for all day comfort without feeling sluggish. The Synapse handles well in groups, descends confidently, and climbs respectably. It is not as sharp as the SuperSix EVO but it is not trying to be. On a century ride over mixed UK roads, the Synapse is one of the most pleasant bikes you can ride. ## Who it's for Sportive riders and century chasers. Commuters who want a performance bike that can handle UK roads year round. Riders who prefer low maintenance simplicity over complex suspension systems. Anyone who found a race bike too uncomfortable but does not want to give up performance entirely. ## Good points - Frame compliance provides comfort without any mechanical systems to maintain - SmartSense integrated lights and radar on newer models - Good value compared to the Domane and Roubaix - Takes mudguards and wider tyres for UK year round riding - Cannondale dealers across the UK for support ## Considerations - Less vibration damping than the Domane with IsoSpeed - SmartSense system adds electronics that can fail or need updating - Cannondale Ai offset limits aftermarket wheel options on some models - Lower spec models come with basic wheels that benefit from upgrading ## Year guide The 2022 redesign brought SmartSense, dropped weight, and improved tyre clearance. These are the best Synapses yet. The 2018 to 2021 generation is still an excellent bike and significantly cheaper on the used market. Pre-2018 models are getting dated. For the best value, a 2022 Carbon 4 or a 2019 to 2020 Carbon Ultegra are strong choices. ## FAQs ### Is the Synapse better than the Domane? The Domane has better vibration damping with IsoSpeed and stronger brand prestige. The Synapse is simpler (no mechanical parts to service), potentially lighter, and the SmartSense system is a genuine safety benefit. Both are excellent endurance bikes. ### What is SmartSense? It is an integrated system with front and rear lights plus a Garmin Varia style rear radar, all powered by a single battery in the downtube. The lights auto adjust to conditions and the radar alerts you to approaching vehicles via a compatible head unit. It charges via USB and lasts around 5 to 6 hours. ## Year distribution (live listings) | Year | Count | Avg asking price | |---|---|---| | 2022 | 1 | £1,000 | | 2021 | 1 | £1,550 | | 2019 | 1 | £1,020 | | 2015 | 1 | £350 | ## Condition breakdown (live listings) | Condition | Count | Avg asking price | |---|---|---| | Excellent | 4 | £980 | **Frame sizes available:** 51, 56, 58, 58cm **Categories:** road ## Top UK locations (live listings) - **Vale Of White Horse:** 1 listing - **North Somerset:** 1 listing - **East Suffolk:** 1 listing - **East Hampshire:** 1 listing ## Buying tips - Check frame size carefully - road bike sizing is crucial for comfort and performance - Inspect the drivetrain for wear, especially if the bike has high mileage - Always test ride before buying if possible - Check the frame serial number matches any documentation ## Live data - **Browse listings:** https://www.cyclesite.co.uk/bike-brands/cannondale/synapse - **Sold prices:** https://www.cyclesite.co.uk/sold-bike-prices/cannondale/synapse - **Get a valuation:** https://www.cyclesite.co.uk/value/cannondale/synapse - **Programmatic search (MCP):** https://api.cyclesite.co.uk/api/mcp/search?brand=Cannondale&model=Synapse - **Valuation (MCP):** https://api.cyclesite.co.uk/api/mcp/valuation?brand=Cannondale&model=Synapse --- Source: [https://www.cyclesite.co.uk/bike-brands/cannondale/synapse](https://www.cyclesite.co.uk/bike-brands/cannondale/synapse) Cite as: Cyclesite (cyclesite.co.uk). 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