2021 Cannondale Topstone Carbon Force eTap AXS
A carbon frame gravel bike with ultra high-end components and hydraulic disc brakes, priced near the high end of the Topstone model range.
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| MSRP | $6,750 |
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| Weight | 19.2 lbs |
| Frame | Carbon |
| Fork | Carbon |
| Wheels | 700c Carbon |
| Tires | 37c |
| Drivetrain | 2 × 12 Electronic |
| Groupset | Force eTAP |
| Brakes | Hydraulic Disc |
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2 × 12 — 24 speed
Topstone Carbon Force eTap AXS
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June 29, 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.
February 2021
Great fun to take almost anywhere off-road, but lacks overall versatility that defines a true gravel bike
August 2021
Overall, the Cannondale Topstone Carbon Lefty 3 is a fun bike. Yes, a tad on the heavy side, but with some slight changes could be made lighter. Topstone Carbon Lefty 3...
May 2021
Immensely capable gravel machine that will take you further off the beaten track than ever
May 2020
Cannondale have equipped their Topstone platform with a suspension fork for the new Topstone Carbon Lefty 1. Can this scintillating bike convince us on the trails and do small 650B wheels make sense on gravel? Find all the details and our first ride review here.
December 2020
Fast, light gravel ripper with top-notch equipment and useful suspension tech
September 2020
Tons of fun - though we'd like a little more tyre clearance for techy trails, please
May 2020
The Cannondale Topstone Carbon Lefty bashes thru rough terrain, but can it hang on the fastest rides? We put this full suspension gravel bike to the test!
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5'4" – 5'9"
5'7" – 5'12"
5'10" – 6'3"
6'0" – 6'5"
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| Frame | All-New, BallisTec Carbon, Kingpin suspension system, Proportional Response size-specific construction, Directline internal cable routing, BB30-83 Ai, 142x12 Speed Release thru-axle, flat-mount disc, removable fender bridge, multiple gear/bottle mounts, dropper post compatible, Kingpin suspension system, Proportional Response size-specific construction, Directline internal cable routing, BB30-83 Ai, 142x12 Speed Release thru-axle, Flat-mount disc, Removable fender bridge, Multiple gear/bottle mounts, Dropper post compatible BB Standard: BB30, press-fit |
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| Fork | All-New, BallisTec Carbon, 55mm OutFront offset, SAVE, 1-1/8" to 1.5" steerer, integrated crown race, Directline internal routing, 12x100mm Speed Release thru-axle, flat mount disc, gear/rack/fender mounts |
| Bottom Bracket | Cannondale Alloy BB30 |
| Headset | Integrated, 1.5" lower to 1-1/8" upper w/ reducer, 25mm Alloy top cap |
| Stem | All-New HollowGram SAVE, alloy, -6° |
| Handlebar | HollowGram SAVE Carbon, 400mm (S), 420mm (M-L) |
| Saddle | Fabric Scoop Shallow Race, titanium rails |
| Seatpost | SAVE Carbon, 27.2 x 350mm (XS-L), 400mm (XL) |
| Grips | Cannondale Grip Bar Tape w/Gel, 3.5mm |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM Force eTap AXS |
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| Front Derailleur | SRAM Force eTap AXS, braze-on |
| Crank | SRAM Force eTap AXS, 46/33 |
| Shifters | SRAM Force eTap AXS HRD, 2x12 |
| Cassette | SRAM XG-1270, 10-33, 12-speed |
| Chain | SRAM Force eTap AXS, 12-speed |
| Brakes | SRAM Force eTap AXS, 160/160mm Centerline, Centerlock rotors |
| Brake Levers | SRAM Force eTap AXS |
| Rims | HollowGram 22 Carbon, 22mm deep, 25mm ID, tubeless ready |
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| Spokes | HollowGram, double-butted straight pull (Ai Offset Dish - rear) |
| Front Hub | HollowGram Sealed Bearing, straight pull, 12x100 |
| Rear Hub | HollowGram 142x12 |
| Tires | WTB Riddler TCS Light, 700 x 37c, tubeless ready |