Originally Posted by travbikeman

Not too sure the OP will like the Paragon as an upgrade. I believe (might be wrong), the NCX fork on that Cannondale is an air fork....I think: https://www.srsuntour.com/products/fork/NCX-E-5897.html

If Cannondale installed an airfork, the OP might not feel much of a difference between this and the Paragon. If it is a spring fork, then there will be a big difference and be a bit confusing as well as why a $1250 bike that is as nice as that Cannondale has a spring fork.

If the OP really doesn't like the fork on this bike, it might be a good idea to sell bike and purchase a bike that does not have suspension.