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Topstone EQ
An aluminum frame gravel bike with mid-range components and shimano grx 400 hydraulic disc brakes.
Manufacturer Price
€2,299($2,675)| 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"
6'3" – 6'8"
- 5'6", size 47cm, Just right
- 6'1", size 56cm, Just right
- 5'3", size Xs, Just right
Summary
The Cannondale Topstone Carbon offers a class-leading technical-terrain gravel ride with superb comfort and balanced handling. It features a refined design with improved suspension, including the Lefty Oliver fork and Kingpin rear system, providing a smooth and controlled experience over rough surfaces. However, it is noted for being heavy and having a high price point, with some limitations in tire clearance and maintenance requirements for the Lefty fork.
Superb comfort and control over technical terrain
Balanced and agile handling
Improved suspension with Lefty Oliver fork and Kingpin system
Versatile for various gravel activities
Downtube storage compartment
High price point
Heavy weight compared to other gravel bikes
Lefty fork requires specific maintenance and limits tire clearance
Subtle changes may not justify an upgrade for current owners
Lack of dropper post as standard
The 2025 Cannondale Topstone Carbon delivers a class-leading technical-terrain gravel ride.
BikeRadar"smoother, faster, and ready to tackle the toughest gravel terrain"
BikerumorThe Cannondale Topstone Carbon 1 Lefty AXS is a fun and versatile bike that truly shines when it comes to comfort.
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Aug 2025
A carbon frame gravel bike with high-end components and sram rival hydraulic disc brakes.
Kingpin suspension improves comfort and handling with minimal weight penalty
Slack head tube angle, dialed suspension, and upright riding position open up possibilities on single track
Does a great job balancing confidence/capability on technical terrain without sacrificing an energetic/responsive ride feel
Lefty Oliver fork is heavy and has inherent compatibility issues
Riders who prefer more traditional road-inspired geometry may find riding position too relaxed
Dec 2025 · Jordan Villella
Cannondale's Topstone Lefty has always lived in its own category; part gravel bike, part specific race bike, part drop-bar MTB experiment.
Sep 2025 · Pete Muir
‘Hey, why has your bike only got one leg?’ It’s a question I was asked on more than one occasion
Distinctive looks
Smooth ride quality
Well-balanced steering
Capable design
Suspension saps reactivity
Carries extra weight over simpler designs
Potentially more complex to maintain
May 2025 · Josh Ross
It doesn't matter the label on it, the Cannondale Topstone Lefty is the gravel race bike you actually need.
Mar 2025 · Warren Rossiter
The new 2025 Topstone Carbon delivers a class-leading technical-terrain gravel ride, but are the small updates enough to justify an upgrade?
Extremely balanced handling
Superb comfort
Great control over technical terrain
Udh dropouts
Stash port
Big tyre clearance
Not enough of an upgrade over the current bike to justify a change
Mar 2025 · Calvin Zajac
The 2025 Cannondale Topstone Carbon is designed to be the ultimate gravel weapon – but can it deliver on the trail with all its technical sophistication?
Excellent compliance thanks to Lefty Oliver and KingPin
Playful and intuitive handling
High versatility
Downtube storage compartment
At 9.88 kg, it’s on the heavier side for a gravel bike
Lefty Oliver fork limits tire clearance
| Frame | Topstone, 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 Color: Tungsten Blue |
|---|---|
| Fork | Topstone Carbon, 1-1/8" to 1.5" steerer, 55mm OutFront offset, flat mount disc, internal routing, 12x100 thru-axle, triple bottle/gear mounts, fender mounts |
| Bottom Bracket | Shimano BSA 68 |
| Headset | Integrated, 1-1/8" - 1.5" |
| Stem | Cannondale 3, 6061 Alloy, 31.8, 7°: 80mm (XS), 90mm (SM-MD), 100mm (LG-XL) |
| Handlebar | Cannondale 3, butted 6061 Alloy, 16 deg flare drop: 400mm (XS), 420mm (SM-MD), 440mm (LG-XL) |
| Saddle | Selle Royal SRX Open |
| Seatpost | Cannondale 3, 6061 Alloy, 27.2x350mm Type: Rigid |
| Pedals | Not included |
| Grips | Cannondale KnurlCork, 2.7mm |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano GRX 400, Shadow RD+ |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | Shimano GRX 400 |
| Crank | Shimano GRX 400 46/30 |
| Shifters | Shimano GRX 400, 10-speed |
| Cassette | Shimano HG500, 11-32, 10-speed |
| Chain | Shimano HG54, 10-speed |
| Brakes | Shimano GRX 400 hydraulic disc, 160/160mm RT30 centerlock rotors Type: Shimano GRX 400 Hydraulic Disc |
| Brake Levers | Shimano GRX 400 hydraulic disc |
| Rims | GXD 1.0, 28h, 23mm internal width, tubeless ready |
|---|---|
| Spokes | Stainless Steel, 14g |
| Front Hub | SP PL-7 Dynamo, 12x100mm centerlock |
| Rear Hub | Shimano TC500, 12x142mm centerlock |
| Tires | WTB Vulpine TCS Light, 700x36c, tubeless ready |
First added May 18
Last updated June 4