2022 Cannondale

Topstone 4

An aluminum frame gravel bike with upper mid-range components and mechanical disc brakes.

MSRP$1,375
FrameAluminum
SuspensionRigid
ForkCarbon
Wheels700c Aluminum
Drivetrain1 × 10
GroupsetmicroSHIFT Advent X
BrakesMechanical Disc
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Gearing

A bike with lower gearing will be easier to ride up steep hills, while a higher top end means it will pedal faster down hills.

Lowest gear

(climbing)

31 mph

Topstone 4

36 mph

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Spec Level

Based on build material and quality level of the frame, fork, wheelset, groupset, suspension system, and more.

Sizing
XS

4'9" – 5'5"

SM

5'2" – 5'10"

MD

5'7" – 6'1"

LG

5'10" – 6'4"

XL

6'0" – 6'8"

Rider Fit Notes
  • 6'0", size MD, Just right
  • 6'1", size XL, Just right
Reviews
99 Spokes
2020 Cannondale Topstone 105

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.

Highs
  • Well balanced

  • Descends well

  • Good power transfer

Lows
  • No mount points on the fork

  • Cheap bottom bracket

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Bikerumor
Cannondale Topstone Drops 160g Thanks to LAB71 Treatment

Mar 2023

The Cannondale Topstone was already an awesome gravel bike. Now it's even lighter thanks to LAB71 carbon fiber!

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BikeRadar
2022 Cannondale Topstone Carbon Rival AXS review

Oct 2022 · Warren Rossiter

Go-anywhere gravel bike with on-road manners

Highs
  • Fun, inspiring handling

  • Comfort via Cannondale's Kingpin suspension

  • Integrated lights for road riding or commuting

Lows
  • Integrated lights aren’t to everyone’s taste or powerful enough for off-road riding

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Velo
Gallery: Emily Newsom’s Cannondale Topstone at The Mid South

Mar 2022 · Ben Delaney

EF Education-TIBCO-SVB rider finishes sixth on old bike after new bike shows up the night before.

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Road Bike Action
2021 CANNONDALE TOPSTONE CARBON LEFTY 3 GRAVEL BIKE REVIEW - Road Bike Action

Aug 2021 · David Kennedy

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...

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Cyclist
Cannondale Topstone Lefty 1 review

Feb 2021 · Stu Bowers

Great fun to take almost anywhere off-road, but lacks overall versatility that defines a true gravel bike

Highs
  • Superb front suspension

  • Retains performance feel

  • Clean aesthetic

Lows
  • Suspension adds weight and cost

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road.cc
Cannondale Topstone Carbon Lefty 1

Dec 2020 · Dave Atkinson

Fast, light gravel ripper with top-notch equipment and useful suspension tech

Highs
  • Suspension a genuine benefit off road

  • Fast and fun ride

  • Dropper and mudguard compatible

Lows
  • Fiddly front wheel removal

  • Tyres not up to technical stuff

  • Costs large amounts of money

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Cycling Weekly
Cannondale Topstone Lefty 3

Sep 2020 · James Stout

Tons of fun - though we'd like a little more tyre clearance for techy trails, please

Highs
  • Fork is excellent

  • Balanced and responsive handling

Lows
  • Lefty hub limits wheel choice

  • Would like more clearance

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Specs
Build
Frame

Lightweight SmartForm C2 Alloy, 12x142 thru-axle, tapered headtube, BSA threaded BBm flat mount disc, StraightShot internal cable routing, multiple gear/bottle mounts

BB StandardBSA, 68mm, Threaded

Tire Clearance45c

ColorsBlack; Mango

Fork

Topstone Carbon, 1-1/8" to 1.5" steerer, 55mm OutFront offset, flat mount disc, internal routing, 12x100 thru-axle, fender/gear mounts

Bottom Bracket

Cartridge, square taper

Headset

Integrated, 1-1/8" - 1.5"

Stem

Cannondale 3, 6061 Alloy, 31.8, 7°

Handlebar

Cannondale 3, butted 6061 Alloy, 16 deg flare drop

Saddle

Cannondale Stage CX

Seatpost

Cannondale 4, 6061 Alloy, 27.2x350mm

TypeRigid

Pedals

Not included

Grips

Cannondale Bar Tape, 3.5mm

Groupset
Rear Derailleur

microSHIFT Advent X

Crank

Prowheel, Charm 40T

Shifters

microSHIFT Advent X, 10-speed

Cassette

microSHIFT, 11-48, 10-speed

Chain

KMC X10, 10-speed

Brakes

Promax Render R mechanical disc, 160/160mm rotors

TypeMechanical Disc

Brake Levers

microSHIFT Advent X

Wheels
Rims

GXD 1.0, 28h

Spokes

Stainless Steel, 14g

Front Hub

(F) Formula alloy, 12x100mm / (R) Formula alloy, 12x142mm

Rear Hub

(F) Formula alloy, 12x100mm / (R) Formula alloy, 12x142mm

Tires

WTB Riddler Comp, 700x37c (Europe/UK - Vittoria Terreno Dry, 700x37c)

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