Cannondale Topstone 3

Cannondale Topstone 3

At a Glance: Cannondale Topstone 3

  • Frame Material: Lightweight SmartForm C2 Alloy
  • Brake Type: Promax Decoder R mechanical disc, 160/160mm rotors
  • Gear Range: Shimano Sora, 9-speed
  • Unique Suspension: Full carbon fork with three mount bosses on each leg
  • Extras: Clearance for big 45mm tires, internal cable routing, multiple gear/bottle mounts.

Our Verdict: This well-equipped gravel bike is built for durability and versatility. Its lightweight alloy frame, powerful disc brakes, and carbon fork make it comfortable for any adventure.

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Residing firmly in the realm of the adventurous and free-spirited, the Cannondale Topstone 3 encapsulates the heart of the gravel bike trend. This remarkably capable and reliable partner-on-wheels focuses not only on the thrill of the ride but also on value. It’s a bike that feeds the adventurous spirit of modern commuters, explorers, and fans of ride-anywhere freedom, executing this function with its imaginative features and innovative technology. The Topstone 3 holds a comfortable position in the market with a reassuring reliability that loyal Cannondale customers love, in addition to an attractive appeal to riders exploring their first foray into gravel biking.

Cannondale Topstone 3 In Detail

At its core, the Topstone 3 offers its riders a remarkably lightweight SmartForm C2 Alloy frame. This construction provides not just an efficient ride, but one that easily and gracefully handles the challenges of diverse terrain, from off-road trails to city routes. As a forward-thinking feature, the frame also includes a 12x142 thru-axle, a tapered headtube, BSA threaded BBm flat mount disc, StraightShot internal cable routing, and an abundance of gear/bottle mounts.

Every good rider knows that a bike’s fork plays a crucial role in ensuring a smooth and stable ride. To this end, the Topstone 3 is fitted with a full carbon fork, offering three mount bosses on each leg. This maximizes cargo capacity, ensuring that you are fully equipped for any adventure, and is also designed with optimum fender capability for any weather condition.

Aligning with the Topstone 3's discernible off-road capability is the internally-routed 27.2 dropper seatpost. Its unique OutFront Steering Geometry combines confident stability with nimble agility. The extra-long fork offset, paired with a slack head angle, results in a bike that is not only light and lively in its steering but also portrays a sense of confidence while hitting high speeds or traversing unpredictable terrains.

The Riding Experience

Every terrain speaks its own language, and the Topstone 3, with its Shimano Sora 9-speed shifting technology and powerful disc brakes, makes it easy for you to interpret these languages. Rough gravel roads are transformed into comfortable pathways thanks to clearance for large 45mm tires that provide better grip and a more comfortable ride.

The Topstone 3 isn’t just about getting you to your destination, but also about ensuring you have a great time along the way. The simplicity and compatibility of its design make every ride – whether down a countryside track or along a well-worn commute – a pleasurable experience.

The sheer adaptability of the bike means it can be loaded up for a long haul or ridden light and free, serving you well in all conditions and scenarios. The bike performs confidently over various surfaces, demonstrating its durability and versatility in equal measure.

Cannondale Topstone 3 Technical Specifications

As for the bike's technicalities, there's the lightweight SmartForm C2 Alloy frame attached to a Full Carbon Fork. The frame boasts a 12x142mm thru-axle, a BSA threaded bottom bracket, and a diversified range of gear/bottle mounts. The bike also benefits from powerful Promax Decoder R mechanical disc brakes and Shimano levers, along with Shimano Sora GS for both front and rear derailleurs.

The wheelset incorporates GXD 1.0, 28h rims, hooking 700x37c WTB Riddler Comp tires for both front and rear. The tires have a steel bead and single-ply 60 thread-per-inch casing, offering fantastic gripping capability without compromising comfort. The handlebar, stem, and grips all hail from the Cannondale 3 range with the inclusion of a Fizik Aliante Delta saddle and a Cannondale 4, 6061 Alloy, 27.2x350mm seatpost, augmenting the bike's aesthetic and performance appeal.

Reviews:

Cannondale has a knack for creating feature-packed bikes and this, the Topstone 3, is a living embodiment of its dedication to cycling innovation. Many riders concur that the versatile handling and adventurous spirit of the bike stand as testament to the tune of praises pouring in from its dedicated riding community.

In sum, the Topstone 3 delivers an unparalleled riding experience, combining style, value, and features in a seamless blend. Whether you enjoy shredding singletrack trails, hammering down rough terrains, or climbing challenging berms, the Topstone 3 is your ideal partner.