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Topstone Sora
An aluminum frame gravel bike with mid-range components and promax mechanical disc brakes.
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$1,250| Weight | 22.7 lbs |
|---|---|
| Frame | Aluminum |
| Suspension | Rigid |
| Fork | Carbon |
| Wheels | 700c Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 2 × 9 |
| Groupset | Sora |
| Brakes | Promax Mechanical Disc |
5'1" – 5'6"
5'4" – 5'9"
5'7" – 6'0"
5'10" – 6'3"
6'0" – 6'5"
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Summary
The Cannondale Topstone is a versatile gravel bike that excels in off-road performance and comfort, thanks to its innovative suspension technologies like the Lefty Oliver fork and Kingpin rear suspension. It offers a balanced and responsive ride, making it a favorite for gravel enthusiasts. However, some models face criticism for component quality and limited mounting options.
Innovative suspension technologies (Lefty Oliver fork, Kingpin rear suspension)
Balanced and responsive handling
Versatile for both on and off-road use
Comfortable ride quality
Good tire clearance for various terrains
Limited mounting options on some models
Component quality varies across builds
Heavier than some competitors
Proprietary parts can limit customization
Now it’s a real full suspension gravel bike.
BikerumorSimply put, this is the best gravel-centric front suspension I’ve used to date.
Cycling TipsThe Cannondale Topstone Lefty 1 is guaranteed to put a smile on the face of those who want a drop handlebar combined with that mountain bike feeling on the descents and when riding off-road.
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Jun 2020
Cannondale's attention to detail on the Topstone is excellent, and they've made some really interesting design choices to stand out in an increasingly-crowded category. Apparently they've succeeded -- the Topstone 105 has been the third most popular bike on all of 99 Spokes this year.
Well balanced
Descends well
Good power transfer
No mount points on the fork
Cheap bottom bracket
Dec 2020 · Dave Atkinson
Fast, light gravel ripper with top-notch equipment and useful suspension tech
Suspension a genuine benefit off road
Fast and fun ride
Dropper and mudguard compatible
Fiddly front wheel removal
Tyres not up to technical stuff
Costs large amounts of money
Dec 2020 · Benjamin Topf
The Cannondale Topstone Carbon Lefty 1 promises extra control and comfort thanks to the KingPin system at the rear and the Lefty suspension fork up front.
Lots of fun off-road
Comfortable on most terrain
Lively, balanced handling
Suspension fork performs brilliantly
Componentry could be better
Lack of damping at the rear
Large feet come into contact with the rear derailleur
Sep 2020 · James Stout
Tons of fun - though we'd like a little more tyre clearance for techy trails, please
Fork is excellent
Balanced and responsive handling
Lefty hub limits wheel choice
Would like more clearance
Aug 2020 · Josh Ross
The Cannondale Topstone Lefty 3 draws from the best ideas in Cannondale’s history. It’s a full-suspension gravel race bike that brings back the out-of-the-box thinking we've come to expect from Cannondale
Lots of tyre clearance
Front suspension is easily locked out
Adaptable for different uses
No mounts on the fork
Mudguards aren’t available
May 2020 · Tyler Benedict
The Cannondale Topstone Carbon Lefty gives them an efficient "full suspension" gravel bike, complete with all-new, 2nd gen Lefty Oliver suspension fork!
May 2020 · James Huang
The new Cannondale Topstone Carbon Lefty is basically the same as the standard Topstone Carbon, but now with a suspension fork and a switch to 650b wheels and tires. The changes sound modest on paper but the difference you feel in the saddle is far greater than you might expect, and while that Lefty Oliver […]
Exceptional ride quality front and rear, well-tuned front suspension fork, nimble handling.
Lots of Cannondale quirkiness, heavy.
May 2020 · Troy Templin
Just add suspension and send it
| Frame | SmartForm C2 Alloy, 142x12 thru-axle, tapered headtube, flat mount disc, StraightShot internal cable routing, multiple gear/bottle mounts, 142x12 thru-axle, Tapered headtube, Flat mount disc, StraightShot internal cable routing, Multiple gear/bottle mounts |
|---|---|
| Fork | Full Carbon, 1-1/8" to 1-1/4" steerer, 55mm OutFront offset, flat mount disc, internal routing, 12x100 thru axle |
| Bottom Bracket | FSA Cartridge |
| Headset | Topstone Si, 25mm Alloy top cap |
| Stem | Cannondale 4, 6061 Alloy, 31.8, 6° |
| Handlebar | Cannondale 3, butted 6061 Alloy, 16 deg flare drop |
| Saddle | Cannondale Stage Ergo |
| Seatpost | Cannondale 4, 6061 Alloy, 27.2 x 400mm Type: Rigid |
| Pedals | Not Included |
| Grips | Cannondale Grip Bar Tape w/Gel, 3.5mm |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano Sora |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | Shimano Sora, 31.8 clamp |
| Crank | FSA Tempo Adventure, 46/30 |
| Shifters | Shimano Sora, 2x9 |
| Cassette | Sunrace, 11-34, 9-speed |
| Chain | KMC Z9, 9-speed |
| Brakes | Promax Decoder R cable actuated disc, 160/160mm rotors Type: Promax Mechanical Disc |
| Brake Levers | Shimano Sora |
| Rims | RD 2.0, 28h |
|---|---|
| Spokes | Stainless steel, 14g |
| Front Hub | Formula RX-512 12x100 |
| Rear Hub | Formula RX-142 12x142 |
| Tires | WTB Riddler Comp, 700 x 37c |
First added October 10
Last updated June 9
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