Cannondale Topstone Carbon 4 Gravel Bike 2023

Cannondale Topstone Carbon 4 Gravel Bike 2022 The Cannondale Topstone Carbon 4 Gravel Bike delivers performance at great value, and is aimed at riders looking to explore more on mixed terrain. This capable bike includes Kingpin suspension in the rear to add compliance without adding excess weight, ultimately maximising comfort and control. A number of mounts are included, so you can load up with gear, bottles and mudguards for longer days and touring. Shimano's GRX 400 drivetrain makes shifting precise and smooth, with Shadow technology reducing the chances of chain slap and drop, while keeping operation quiet. The hydraulic GRX 400 brakes provide confidence-inspiring power in all conditions. The 700c WTB wheels are fitted with 47mm tyres but the bike can also run 650b wheels with more width if preferred. An integrated Cannondale Wheel Sensor makes it easy to record speed, distance and route information, viewable on the associated app. Highlights Kingpin suspension delivers a smooth ride without the added weight and complexity of a shock and links New low-friction bushings on the Kingpin thru-axle offer smooth action, maintenance-free reliability and over 100 grams of weight savings vs the previous cartridge bearings Proportional Response size-specific construction creates optimal frame stiffness and compliance for each frame size, so that every rider gets the ideal ride feel and comfort of Kingpin OutFront Steering Geometry - confident stability meets nimble agility. An extra-long fork offset paired with a slack head angle keeps the steering light and lively, yet delivers unreal confidence at speed and in the rough stuff The new dropped chainstay design lets you run big volume tyres (up to 700x45mm or 650bx47mm), with 6mm of mud-shedding clearance on each side Gravel-specific Shimano GRX groupset 700c WTB ST i23, tubeless-ready wheels Plentiful gear and water bottle mounts on the frame and fork An integrated wheel sensor delivers hyper-accurate speed, route and distance info while you ride, registers your bike, reminds you of needed services and more, all through the free Cannondale App Built to accept an internally-routed 27.2mm dropper seatpost