Cannondale Topstone Carbon Lefty 3 2020
Bike details
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon
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Wheels 700c
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Travel Front 30mm
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Fork Cannondale Lefty Oliver
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Groupset GRX 800, GRX 600
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Suspension Hardtail
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Drivetrain 1 × 11
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Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
BallisTec Carbon Frame, Kingpin suspension system, 12x142 Speed Release Thru-axle, dropper post compatible, direct line cable routing
Suspension Fork
All-New Lefty Oliver, 30mm travel, Chamber Damper w/ All-Over tune, ISO High-Ride air spring, tapered steerer, 650b, 55mm offset
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano GRX 800 Wide
Shift Levers
Shimano GRX 600, 11-speed
Cassette
Shimano SLX, 11-42, 11-speed
Crank
Cannondale 1, BB30a, OPI SpideRing, 40T
Bottom Bracket
Cannondale BB30
Chain
Shimano HG601, 11-speed
Wheels
Rear Hub
Formula cartridge bearing, 12x142mm
Rims
WTB ST i23 TCS, 28h, tubeless ready
Spokes
Stainless Steel, 14g
Tires
WTB Venture TCS Light, 650 x 47c, tubeless readyWTB Byway TCS Light, 650 x 47c, tubeless ready
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano GRX 400 hydraulic disc, 160/160mm RT76 rotors
Brake Levers
Shimano GRX 600 hydraulic disc
Cockpit
Stem
Cannondale 2, 6061 Alloy, 31.8, 7°
Handlebar
Cannondale 3, butted 6061 alloy, 16 deg flare drop
Grips
Cannondale Bar Tape, 3.5mm
Seat
Saddle
Fabric Scoop Shallow Elite, cro-mo rails
Seatpost
Cannondale 2, UD Carbon, 27.2 x 350mm
Model Overview
Topstone Carbon Lefty 3 completes the Cannondale Topstone model. 110 bikes variations carry this model name so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2020, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
Cannondale Topstone Sora 2020 is the cheapest bike model and costs 1250$. Cannondale Topstone Carbon Lefty 1 2020 is the most expensive one and costs 7500$.
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
According to our calculations, the average cost of a Gravel bike that is reliable is 2462$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Gravel bike. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
This bike was released in 2020 and its price was 3750$. Comparing the average cost of a Gravel bike to this one, you will see that Topstone Carbon Lefty 3 price is 52.32% more expensive.
Internal Cable Routing
Moreover, this bike comes with internal cable routing allowing you to keep the cables in a good condition. It also makes it look more professional.
Topstone Carbon Lefty 3 components
Fork
The fork installed on this bike is the Cannondale Lefty Oliver model. The travel on this model is 30mm. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. To sum up, when buying a bicycle, make sure you get a fork that is capable of delivering decent travel.
Wheels
As for the wheels, Cannondale Topstone Carbon Lefty 3 2020, has a 700c aluminum model. These wheels are the most used kind for road bikes in general. However, these wheels don’t perform so well when passing over obstacles.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The Topstone Carbon Lefty 3 comes with 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
This bike has one size only, so it might not fit you. In conclusion, double-check its size to make sure it’s a good fit for you.
