Cannondale Topstone Lefty
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Summary of Reviews
We have read all expert and user reviews on the Cannondale Topstone Lefty. In summary, this is what cyclists think.
14 reasons to buy
- The Cannondale Topstone Lefty is a full suspension gravel bike with 30mm of travel in the Oliver Lefty fork and 30mm of travel in the rear.
- The Oliver Lefty fork steers with precision.
- Cannondale provides riders with room for three water bottles on the Topstone Lefty, making this bike ideal for long days riding gravel roads.
- The Kingpin flex suspension allows riders to ride comfortably over singletrack terrain.
- Specced with 650b x 47mm tires and wheels, the Topstone Lefty is also compatible with a 700c setup.
- Voluptuous, 650b tires provide riders with traction and comfort over a variety of terrain. Experts note they are able to stay in the saddle over most terrain.
- The suspension is intuitive. It feels rigid until the rider encounters an obstacle in their path.
- Experts found the gear range was wide and allowed them to tackle a variety of terrain.
- The bike is attractive and has a sleek appearance with internally routed cables.
- Experts found it easy to lock-out the Oliver Lefty fork.
- The Ai rear offset increases the stiffness of the bike in the rear. This allows for greater power transfer when riding the Cannondale Topstone Lefty.
- Experts describe the bike as capable of taking on endurance gravel races and bikepacking adventures. The bike has room for a frame bag.
- The Topstone Lefty is available in both aluminum and carbon builds. This allows riders to find a version of the Topstone Lefty that best fits their budget and preferences.
- The wedge seatpost attachment gives the bike a crisp and polished appearance.
4 reasons not to buy
- Users were disappointed to find that there are few wheels compatible with the Topstone Lefty, due to the Ai offset in the rear.
- The short chainstays on the bike reduce traction on steep descents.
- Experts agree that the weighted front end can negatively affect one's climbing ability on steep climbs.
- The bike is specced with a 1x drivetrain. Many test riders stated they would like to see a 2x set up on the bike.
Bottom line
The Cannondale Topstone Lefty is a sleekly designed, full suspension gravel bike. It has an Oliver Lefty fork and Kingpin flex suspension system. Testers agree the bike is comfortable over a variety of terrain. It allows riders to traverse trails they may not dare to tackle on a rigid gravel bike. The bike has an Ai offset which some find inconvenient when swapping wheels. The bike's short chainstays reduce traction on descents. With room for three water bottles or a framebag, experts rave this bike is ready for all-day endurance races or bikepacking adventures.Expert Reviews
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