Cannondale Topstone Carbon 2 AXS 1X

Cannondale Topstone Carbon 2 AXS 1X - Uncompromising gravel bike with electronic groupset

Cannondale has always been known for going its own way. From the very beginning, the US manufacturer has been one of the innovators in the bike scene. The developers are not interested in following trends, but in always going one step further and setting their own benchmarks. The best example of this philosophy is the Topstone series, which has been designed more consistently than any other gravel bike on the market. Cannondale has recognized that comfort plays the most important role when riding on bad roads or gravel paths. The body doesn't tire as quickly, and people and material are protected. The heart of the Topstone is its frame, which not only utilizes the damping properties of carbon, but also offers real suspension with the help of KingPin technology. And all this without a spongy ride feel. Keyword: direct power transmission! In combination with the comfortable 45 mm tires, even a ride over rough gravel roads is effectively defused.

Version 2 AXS 1X of the Topstone Carbon comes with state-of-the-art equipment. The wireless Sram GX Eagle 1 x 12 drivetrain represents the current state of the art.  The drivetrain not only guarantees ultra-fast and precise gear changes in every riding situation, but is also immune to defects. The transmission rear derailleur is mounted directly on the rear triangle using the thru axle. It couldn't be more stable! The hydraulic Sram Apex disc brakes require minimal manual force for powerful and perfectly controllable braking performance. Cannondale has been developing other parts such as handlebars, stem and seatpost in its own laboratories for years. A lightweight WTB KOM Team wheelset completes the equipment.

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.