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Topstone 2
An aluminum frame gravel bike with mid-range components and shimano grx 400 hydraulic disc brakes.
Manufacturer Price
$2,000| Frame | Aluminum |
|---|---|
| Suspension | Rigid |
| Fork | Carbon |
| Wheels | 700c Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 2 × 10 |
| Groupset | GRX 400 |
| Brakes | Shimano GRX 400 Hydraulic Disc |
4'9" – 5'5"
5'2" – 5'10"
5'7" – 6'1"
5'10" – 6'4"
6'0" – 6'8"
Summary
The Cannondale Topstone gravel bike family is praised for its innovative suspension systems, including the Kingpin rear suspension and Lefty Oliver fork, offering comfort and control on rough terrain. Reviews highlight its versatile design, excellent handling, and the fun, inspiring ride it provides. However, some models are noted for their high price points, weight, and proprietary components that may limit customization.
Innovative suspension systems (Kingpin and Lefty Oliver)
Versatile design suitable for various terrains
Excellent handling and ride quality
Comfortable for long distances
High-quality components and build
High price points for some models
Proprietary components limit customization
Weight can be an issue on climbs
Limited wheel choice due to Lefty hub
Some models lack fork mount points
This bike is an outrageous amount of fun to ride.
Cycling TipsSimply put, this is the best gravel-centric front suspension I’ve used to date.
Cycling TipsCannondale deserves praise for putting together an excellent design that offers original advantages over others in the category.
CyclistThe Cannondale Topstone Carbon 1 Lefty is probably one of the most prominent gravel bikes on the market.
Gran Fondo MagazineFast, light gravel ripper with top-notch equipment and useful suspension tech.
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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
Jan 2024 · Calvin Zajac
Is it all just marketing, or does the Cannondale Topstone Carbon 1 Lefty really have something to offer? And will it reveal its true gravel potential in our group test?
Lefty and KingPin suspension are cool in-house solutions for a little more compliance
Cleverly integrated light and radar thanks to SmartSense
Very balanced and composed handling
Seems restrained overall, despite its versatility
May 2023 · Sam Challis
The Cannondale Topstone 2 L is the second version of the brand’s general-remit gravel bike. Cannondale has the SuperSix Evo
Kingpin creates comfort without complication
Confident handling
Solid spec
Modifiable design
Weight
Messy front end cable routing
Debatable application of SmartSense
Mar 2023 · Zach Overholt
The Cannondale Topstone was already an awesome gravel bike. Now it's even lighter thanks to LAB71 carbon fiber!
Jul 2022 · Katherine Moore
A versatile option for mixing up road and light off-road riding, with more capability to unlock
Excellent tyres for road and light off-road
Ergonomic flared bars
Glorious shimmery purple paint
Plentiful mounts for winter riding or commuting
10-speed groupset
Tyres are relatively narrow by technical gravel standards
Jun 2022 · Betsy Welch
I tested the Topstone with a Lefty Oliver fork while road riding, gravel cycling, and underbiking around Aspen, Colorado.
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...
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
| 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 Standard: BSA, 68mm, Threaded Tire Clearance: 45c Colors: Midnight Blue; Olive Green |
|---|---|
| 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 | FSA Cartridge |
| 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 | Fizik Aliante Delta, S-alloy rails |
| Seatpost | Cannondale 3, 6061 Alloy, 27.2x350mm Type: Rigid |
| Pedals | Not included |
| Grips | Cannondale Bar Tape, 3.5mm |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano GRX 400, Shadow RD+ |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | Shimano GRX 400 |
| Crank | FSA Omega AGX+ Alloy, 46/30 |
| Shifters | Shimano GRX 400, 10-speed |
| Cassette | Shimano HG500, 11-34, 10-speed |
| Chain | KMC X10, 10-speed |
| Brakes | Shimano GRX 400 hydraulic disc, 160/160mm RT54 rotors Type: Shimano GRX 400 Hydraulic Disc |
| Brake Levers | Shimano GRX 400 hydraulic disc |
| Rims | WTB ST i23 TCS, 28h, tubeless ready |
|---|---|
| Spokes | Stainless Steel, 14g |
| Front Hub | Formula cartridge bearing, 12x100mm centerlock |
| Rear Hub | Formula cartridge bearing, 12x142mm centerlock |
| Tires | WTB Riddler, 700x37c (Europe/UK - Vittoria Terreno Dry, 700x37c) |
First added January 6
Last updated July 13
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