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Originally Posted by TimSJ
Bump for some input.
Plus some further info.
Tiagra components on the Synapse and the Carbon, 105 components on the CAAD9
thanks
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The synapse is a good bike. More of a comfort geometry. Longer headtube and shorter top tube than the caad9. So, more comfortable for long road rides. Carbon absorbs the road vibration more as well. Having said that, cannondales are known for their aluminum and their bikes ride extremely well. I personally don't like tiagra, but you could always upgrade her components in the future. Pricepoint.com, nashbar.com, jensonusa.com, are all good places for parts.
I can't tell you what to buy because bike fit is a personal thing. I ride a cervelo RS which is similar to a synapse. I wanted the r3 but my lack of flexibility says otherwise. I got a professional bike fit from tcr and I went on their recommendations. I love my bike and don't regret it.