Cannondale Topstone Women’s 105 2021
Bike details
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum
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Wheels 700c
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Groupset 105, FSA
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Suspension Rigid
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Drivetrain 2 × 11
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Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Recommended size guide.
XS
151cm - 164cm
SM
160cm - 172cm
MD
166cm - 179cm
Parts list
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
SmartForm C2 Alloy, 142x12 thru-axle, tapered headtube, flat mount disc, StraightShot internal cable routing, multiple gear/bottle mounts, 142x12 thru-axle, Tapered headtube, Flat mount disc, StraightShot internal cable routing, Multiple gear/bottle mounts
Suspension Fork
Full Carbon, 1-1/8" to 1-1/4" steerer, 55mm OutFront offset, flat mount disc, internal routing, 12x100 thru axle
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano 105 GS
Front Derailleur
Shimano 105, 31.8 clamp
Shift Levers
Shimano 105 hydro disc, 2x11
Cassette
Shimano 105, 11-34, 11-speed
Crank
FSA Omega ME alloy, 46/30
Bottom Bracket
FSA Omega
Chain
KMC X11, 11-speed
Wheels
Front Hub
Formula RX-512, 12x100 centerlock
Rear Hub
Formula RX-142, 12x142 centerlock
Rims
WTB ST i23 TCS, 28h, tubeless ready
Spokes
Stainless Steel, 14g
Tires
WTB Riddler TCS Light, 700 x 37c, tubeless ready
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano 105 hydro disc, 160/160mm RT56 rotors
Brake Levers
Shimano 105 hydro disc
Cockpit
Stem
Cannondale 3, 6061 alloy, 31.8, 7°
Handlebar
Cannondale 3, butted 6061 alloy, 16 deg flare drop
Grips
Cannondale Grip Bar Tape w/Gel, 3.5mm
Headset
Topstone Si, 25mm Alloy top cap
Seat
Saddle
Fabric Scoop Women's Sport, 155mm width, steel rails
Seatpost
Cannondale 3, 6061 alloy, 27.2 x 350mm
Fit data
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS | SM | MD |
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| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 |
| Rider Min Height | 151 cm | 160 cm | 166 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 164 cm | 172 cm | 179 cm |
Model Overview
Topstone Women’s 105 completes the Cannondale Topstone model. Cannondale released 110 bikes variations of this model so far. Take a sneak peek at all Cannondale Topstone bikes models from 2021, by clicking here.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Cannondale Topstone Sora 2021 has a starting price of 1250$. Cannondale Topstone Carbon Lefty 1 2021 on the other hand is the most expensive at 8500$.
Safety
Your safety is a top priority so always wear a helmet when you ride your bike. Moreover, wear the right clothing. You want to be visible to other drivers, so avoid wearing dark clothing.
Gravel bikes average price
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Gravel bike is 2462$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Gravel bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
This bike was released in 2021 and its price was 1750$. In conclusion, this bike price is 40.69% smaller than the price of the average Gravel bike.
Average weight for Gravel bikes
Gravel bikes have an average weight of 8.13 kg (17.92 lbs). You will have a greater advantage on climbs if your bike is easier than the average. On descents, however, a heavier bike will give you extra speed.
Weighing 9.1 kg (20.06 lbs), the Topstone Women’s 105 model is considerably heavier than average. In other words, this model is 11.93% heavier than the average Gravel bike.
Internal Cable Routing
Another thing to mention, is the internal cable routing of this bike. In conclusion, this helps you too, keep the bike cables in mint condition, and also it looks better. No more cables, surrounding the bike.
Topstone Women’s 105 components
Fork material
Topstone Women’s 105 has a carbon fork, so, its weight is considerably lighter than one made out of steel. However, they cost a bit more than steel forks.
Wheels
When leaving the production line, the Topstone Women’s 105 model has 700c aluminum wheels. 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
Stopping the bike when needed, it’s essential for your safety. This bike has Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
Sizes
There are 3 sizes available for this model. Rider height can be anywhere between 151 cm – 179 cm (4.95 ft – 5.87 ft). In short, it won’t be difficult to find the right one for you.
