Cannondale Topstone Carbon 1 AXS

Cannondale Topstone Carbon 1 AXS

With the Cannondale Topstone Carbon, even detours are fun. The Topstone Carbon 1 AXS is equipped with SRAM's wireless Rival AXS XPLR 13-speed drivetrain and KingPin rear suspension, which is ready for any obstacle, no matter what roots or rocks the trail throws your way. KingPin is a lightweight rear suspension for even longer rides. It is maintenance-free, uncomplicated and gives the Topstone frame enough rear wheel travel without compromising sprint stiffness. KingPin scores with a more comfortable ride, more traction at high speeds and more compliance on rough terrain. Although the suspension is barely noticeable when riding, you can rely on it in any situation. Reserve 40|44 carbon wheels not only keep up, they set the pace. Adventure never looked so good. Built for even more adventure and transporting equipment. The brand new StashPort down tube storage compartment and StashBag storage bag keep your tools and essentials comfortable, secure and protected from the elements. What's more, countless mounting points make this bike the ultimate bikepacking expert.

Highlights

• Lightweight full carbon frame with KingPin rear suspension, size-specific Proportional Response Design and StashPort downtube storage compartment
• Smooth, effortless gear changes thanks to SRAM's versatile wireless, electronic Rival XPLR AXS gravel bike groupset
• Lightweight, durable and aerodynamic 40/44 GR gravel carbon wheels with DT Swiss 370 hubs and WTB Vulpine 45C tyres
• Comfort-enhancing Cannondale SAVE carbon seat post and Easton EA70 AX drop handlebars with flared drop bars

Rear triangle with innovative KingPin suspension

The rear triangle is flexibly mounted on the seat tube with the help of a thru axle. The main frame also has flexible zones on the top tube and seat tube. This allows the rear triangle to flex vertically by up to 30 millimetres to absorb shocks and vibrations. This means: more control, more comfort, more traction. The carbon layup and tube diameter are adjusted for each frame size to achieve the perfect level of stiffness and flex for every type of rider. Internal cable guides protect against dirt and emphasize the tidy frame design. Numerous mounting points for accessories make the Topstone an ideal base for bikepacking adventures: the frame and fork offer space for two water bottles and two lowrider front bags. A new addition is a storage compartment in the down tube.