Cannondale Topstone 1 Gravel Bike

Cannondale Topstone 1 Gravel Bike Overview

Cannondale Topstone 1 Gravel Bike is a versatile gravel bike built around a lightweight SmartForm C2 Alloy frame, Topstone Carbon fork, Shimano GRX 2×12-speed drivetrain, and WTB tubeless ready wheels and tires. The frame includes a 12×142 thru-axle, tapered headtube, BSA threaded bottom bracket, flat mount disc setup, StraightShot internal cable routing, and multiple gear and bottle mounts.

The Shimano GRX drivetrain uses a GRX 820 Shadow RD+ rear derailleur, GRX 820 front derailleur, GRX 600 12-speed shifters, Shimano HG M7100 12-speed chain, GRX 600 46/30 crank, and Shimano HG R7100 11-34 12-speed cassette. Shimano GRX hydraulic disc braking combines GRX 400 calipers with 160/160mm RT64 rotors and GRX 600 hydraulic disc brake levers.

The wheel setup includes WTB ST i23 TCS 28h tubeless ready rims, stainless steel 14g spokes, Formula cartridge bearing centerlock hubs, and WTB Riddler TCS Light 700x37c tubeless ready tires. Finishing parts include a Cannondale 3 butted 6061 alloy flared drop handlebar, Cannondale 3 alloy stem, Cannondale 3.5mm bar tape, Fizik Aliante Delta saddle, and Cannondale 3 alloy seatpost.

Key Features of Cannondale Topstone 1 Gravel Bike

• Lightweight SmartForm C2 Alloy frame includes StraightShot internal cable routing and multiple gear/bottle mounts.
• Topstone Carbon fork features internal routing, 55mm OutFront offset, fender/gear mounts, and a 12×100 thru-axle.
• Shimano GRX 820/600 2×12-speed drivetrain combines a 46/30 crank with an 11-34 cassette.
• Shimano GRX hydraulic disc brakes use 160/160mm RT64 rotors for controlled braking on gravel routes.
• WTB ST i23 TCS 28h rims are tubeless ready and paired with Formula cartridge bearing hubs.
• WTB Riddler TCS Light 700x37c tubeless ready tires match the bike’s gravel riding purpose.
• Cannondale 3 flared drop handlebar comes in size-specific widths across the frame range.
• Fizik Aliante Delta saddle with S-alloy rails completes the long-distance contact point setup.

Ride Use

This bike is built for gravel riding, exploring, bikepacking, and performance commuting. Its SmartForm C2 Alloy frame, carbon fork, Shimano GRX drivetrain, hydraulic disc brakes, WTB tubeless ready rims, and 700x37c tires support mixed-surface rides and loaded routes.

Why Choose This Bike

Choose the Cannondale Topstone 1 for a gravel-focused alloy platform with a full carbon fork, Shimano GRX 2×12-speed drivetrain, Shimano GRX hydraulic disc brakes, and WTB tubeless ready rims and tires. The multiple gear and bottle mounts, flared drop handlebar, Fizik Aliante Delta saddle, and Obsidian, Tiger Eye, or Gunmetal Green color options give it a practical build for gravel riding, exploring, bikepacking, and performance commuting. Cannondale limited warranty covers frames, swing arms, chainstays, seatstays, full suspension shock links, and fork structure for the lifetime of the product. Paint, decals, and Cannondale branded components are covered for one year.