Always Game
Our take on the ultimate all-round gravel bike. Go anywhere, bring everything and then keep on going.
Model description
The Cannondale Topstone Carbon 4 CUES is a versatile gravel bike built for adventures beyond the pavement. Its lightweight carbon frame with KingPin rear suspensiondelivers noticeably more comfort and traction on rough gravel roads, while the Shimano CUES U6000 1x11 drivetrain offers a wide gear range for long climbs and fast gravel sections.
With generous tire clearance, multiple mounting points and the integrated StashPort downtube storage compartment, the Topstone is a reliable partner for long gravel rides,bikepacking trips and backroad exploration. Durable WTB wheels and 45 mm gravel tires provide the grip and control you need across constantly changing terrain.
What it's built for
Gravel riding & racing, bikepacking, singletrack exploration and long adventures beyond the pavement’s end.
Highlights
- Lightweight full carbon frameset with KingPin rear suspension, size-specific Proportional Response construction and StashPort downtube storage
- Shimano CUES U6000 1x11 drivetrain with a wide gear range for steep climbs and long gravel adventures
- Powerful, controllable braking from Shimano CUES hydraulic disc brakes
- Durable WTB ST i25 rims with Shimano hubs and WTB Riddler 45c gravel tires for grip and confidence on mixed terrain
- Cannondale 3 flared handlebars provide comfortable, gravel-friendly hand positions on long off-road rides
Product specification
Chassis
| Frame: | Topstone Carbon frame, KingPin suspension system, Proportional Response construction,downtube StashPort, internal cable routing, 12x142mm thru-axle, 27.2 dropper post ready,UDH, BSA 68mm threaded bottom bracket, flat mount disc brake mount, removable fender bridge,multiple gear and bottle mounts |
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| Fork: | Topstone Carbon fork, 1-1/8" to 1.5" steerer, 55mm OutFront offset,flat mount disc brake mount, internal routing, 12x100 thru-axle,triple bottle / gear mounts, fender mounts |
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| Headset: | Acros IS52/40 ICR |
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Drivetrain & Brakes
| Rear derailleur: | Shimano CUES U6000, Shadow RD+, 11-speed |
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| Shifters: | Shimano CUES U6030, 11-speed |
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| Chain: | Shimano LG500, LinkGlide, 11-speed |
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| Crank: | Shimano CUES 6030, 40T: 165mm (47cm), 170mm (51cm), 172.5mm (54-56cm), 175mm (58-61cm) |
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| Bottom bracket: | Shimano BSA 68 |
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| Pedals: | Not included (order here) |
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| Cassette: | Shimano CUES LG400, 11-50, 11-speed |
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| Brakes: | Shimano CUES RS405 hydraulic disc, 160/160mm RT30 rotors |
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| Brake levers: | Shimano CUES U6030 hydraulic disc |
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Wheels
| Front hub: | Shimano TC500, centerlock disc mount, 12x100mm |
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| Rear hub: | Shimano TC500, centerlock disc mount, 12x142mm |
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| Rims: | WTB ST i25 TCS, 28h, tubeless ready |
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| Spokes: | Stainless steel, 14g |
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| Tires: | WTB Riddler TCS Light, 700x45c, tubeless ready |
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| Tire size: | 45 |
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| Wheel size: | 700c |
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Components
| Handlebar: | Cannondale 3, butted 6061 alloy, 16° flare, 120mm drop:400mm (47cm), 420mm (51-54cm), 440mm (56-61cm) |
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| Stem: | Cannondale 3, 6061 alloy, 31.8, 7°:70mm (47-51cm), 80mm (54cm), 90mm (56-58cm), 100mm (61cm) |
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| Grips: | Cannondale KnurlCork, 2.7mm |
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| Saddle: | Selle Royal SRX Open, 148mm |
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| Seatpost: | Cannondale 3, 6061 alloy, 27.2x350mm |
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| Extras: | Large StashBag downtube storage bag, tubeless valves |
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Availability & Size Recommendation
Video about the Topstone Carbon series
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