CANNONDALE TOPSTONE LEFTY 3
The Cannondale Topstone Carbon Lefty 3 is a dirt bike that leans more toward the "fun" end of the spectrum than the "quick" end. It could be your best buddy if you're a rider who will tackle 'gravel' that borders on mountain riding territory.
With 650b wheels, 47mm tyres, and the Lefty Oliver fork, this bike would fit right in on a cross country trail if it weren't for the drop bars.
This full-suspension version of the Cannondale Topstone has an extra 30mm of travel in the back, making it grippy and grounded in turns. Test bike came with a Shimano GRX 1x drivetrain, Formula rear hub (Lefty specific front), WTB Byway i23 650b tubeless ready rims, and WTB Byway TCS Light tyres.
SPECIFICATIONS
- Frame : BallisTec Carbon Frame
- Fork: Lefty Oliver
- Groupset: Shimano GRX/ Cannondale // 40 x 11–42t
- Wheels: WTB ST i23 TCS 650
- Tyres: WTB Venture TCS Light, 47mm (Max clearance: 650b x 47)
- Weight: 10.6kg / 23.40lbs (size Xlarge)
REASONS TO BUY
- Excellent fork with 30mm of travel
- Balanced ride
- Can handle rough and technical trails
REASONS TO AVOID
- Lefty hub limits wheel choice
- Would like more clearance
Website: cannondale.com/en/bikes/road/gravel/topstone-carbon/topstone-carbon-lefty-3
