Nothing is impassable
The best gravel bike for anything from dirt roads to singletrack trails. With the grip and comfort of the Kingpin suspension, nothing is off-limits.
Where it thrives
Gravel and Dirt Roads, Rough Pavement, Trails
What it's built for
Gravel riding, back road exploring, bike packing and off-road adventures
Highlights
- Lightweight Topstone Carbon frameset with Kingpin suspension, SmartSense compatible / Integrated Cannondale App connectivity
- SRAM Apex XPLR, wide range 12-speed gravel group w/ Apex hydraulic disc brakes
- Durable, wide inner width, DT Swiss G540 gravel rims
Nothing is Impassable
Kingpin Suspension
Delivering a smooth ride without the added weight and complexity of a shock and links, Kingpin is our answer for the most demanding gravel riders. Whether you need more comfort to go long, more traction to push beyond or more give to take on the tech - Kingpin is the maintenance-free, lightweight answer to your prayers.
Load Up. Roll Out.
With plentiful gear and waterbottle mounts on the frame and fork, Topstone Carbon is ready to load up and go long.
Corner like a Boss
Rail through the rough and come out smiling. Led by our OutFront steering geometry, the Topstone Carbon offers up handling that's serenely stable in the chop, and light & nimble everywhere else.
Specs
DETAILS
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Platform
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Model NameTopstone Carbon Apex 1
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Model CodeC15322U
FRAMESET
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FrameTopstone Carbon, Kingpin suspension system, SmartSense compatible, Proportional Response construction, 12x142mm thru-axle, 27.2 dropper post ready, BSA 68mm threaded BB, DirectLine internal cable routing, removable fender bridge, multiple gear/bottle mounts
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ForkTopstone 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
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HeadsetIntegrated, 1-1/8" - 1.5"
DRIVETRAIN
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Rear DerailleurSRAM Apex XPLR
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ShiftersSRAM Apex, hydraulic disc, 12-speed
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ChainSRAM Apex, 12-speed
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CrankSRAM Apex 1 Wide Direct Mount, 40T
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Rear CogsSRAM PG-1231 XPLR, 11-44, 12-speed
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Bottom BracketSRAM DUB BSA Road 68 Wide
BRAKES
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BrakesSRAM Apex hydraulic disc, 160/160mm Centerline rotors
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Brake LeversSRAM Apex hydraulic disc
WHEELS
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RimsDT Swiss G540, 28h, 24mm inner width
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SpokesStainless Steel, 14g
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Tire Size38
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Wheel Size700
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Hubs(F) Formula cartridge bearing, 12x100mm centerlock / (R) Formula cartridge bearing, 12x142mm centerlock
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TiresVittoria Terreno Dry, 700x38c, tubeless ready
COMPONENTS
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HandlebarCannondale 3, butted 6061 Alloy, 16 deg flare drop
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StemCannondale 3, 6061 Alloy, 31.8, 7°
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GripsFizik Solocush Soft, 3mm
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SaddleFizik Aliante Delta, S-alloy rails
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SeatpostCannondale 3, 6061 Alloy, 27.2x350mm
CONNECTIVITY
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Wheel SensorCannondale Wheel Sensor
EXTRA
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Extra 1StrapRack tool/stuff holder
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Geometry
