Cannondale Topstone Carbon 2 L 2023
2023 Road
Estimate price |
4,250$
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset GRX 800, FSA -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 2 × 11 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
XS
147cm - 165cm
SM
160cm - 175cm
MD
170cm - 185cm
LG
177cm - 193cm
XL
182cm - 203cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Topstone Carbon, Kingpin suspension system, SmartSense equipped, 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
Suspension Fork
Topstone 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
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano GRX 810, Shadow RD+
Front Derailleur
Shimano GRX 800, braze-on
Shift Levers
Shimano GRX 800, 11-speed
Cassette
Shimano HG800, 11-34, 11-speed
Crank
Shimano GRX 800, 48/31 (Europe/UK - FSA Gossamer Pro Modular AGX+, 46/30)
Bottom Bracket
Shimano BSA 68
Chain
Shimano HG701, 11-speed
Pedals
Not included
Wheels
Front Hub
(F) Formula cartridge bearing, 12x100mm centerlock / (R) Formula cartridge bearing, 12x142mm centerlock
Rear Hub
(F) Formula cartridge bearing, 12x100mm centerlock / (R) Formula cartridge bearing, 12x142mm centerlock
Rims
WTB KOM Light i23 TCS, 700c, 28h, tubeless ready
Spokes
Stainless Steel, 14g
Tires
WTB Riddler TCS Light, 700x45c, tubeless ready (Europe/UK - Vittoria Terreno Dry 700x38c ANT tubeless compatible)
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano GRX 800 hydraulic disc, 160/160mm MT800 rotors
Brake Levers
Shimano GRX 800 hydraulic disc
Cockpit
Stem
Cannondale 2, 6061 Alloy, 31.8, 7°
Handlebar
Cannondale 2 ShortDrop, 7050 alloy, 12 deg flare drop
Grips
Fizik Solocush Soft, 3mm
Headset
Integrated, Carbon, 1-1/8" - 1-1/2"
Seat
Saddle
Fizik Terra Argo X5, S-alloy rails
Seatpost
SAVE Carbon SmartSense, 27.2, 350mm (XS-L), 400mm (XL)
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
| Rider Min Height | 147 cm | 160 cm | 170 cm | 177 cm | 182 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 165 cm | 175 cm | 185 cm | 193 cm | 203 cm |
About this model
Topstone Carbon 2 L is a Cannondale Topstone model. Cannondale launched 110 bikes of this model so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2023, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
Cannondale Topstone 4 2023 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 1375$. Cannondale Topstone Carbon Lefty 1 2023 on the other hand costs 8500$, and is the most expensive model.
Safety
Take safety seriously when you ride your bike, and always wear your helmet. Moreover, don’t ride on the sidewalk. This is actually against the law in some states and can be dangerous for both you and pedestrians.
Average price for Gravel bikes
According to our calculations, the average cost of a Gravel bike that is reliable is 2462$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Gravel bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
When Cannondale released this model in 2023, its price was 4250$. Comparing the average cost of a Gravel bike to this one, you will see that Topstone Carbon 2 L price is 72.62% higher.
Internal Cable Routing
This bike has an internal cable routing. As a result, this helps to preserve the bike’s cables. No more cables around your bike.
Overview of components
Fork material
The fork on this bike is made out of carbon, so, it is super light and stiff. In conclusion, a carbon fork gives you great control when steering, and is also more forgiving.
Wheels size
The Topstone Carbon 2 L 2023 bike is equipped with 700c aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. These are the most popular wheels for road, aero, gravel, cyclocross, race, and gravel bikes. However, these wheels don’t perform so well when passing over obstacles.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Cannondale Topstone Carbon 2 L has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
Sizes
Topstone Carbon 2 L comes in 5 sizes, that range from 147 cm – 203 cm (4.82 ft – 6.66 ft). In conclusion, it won’t take much to find one that’s right for you.