KingPin
Our innovative gravel rear suspension is light, simple, and effective. A thru-axle pivot in the seat tube allows the rear triangle and seatpost of the bike to flex vertically, delivering up to 30mm of bump-smoothing travel.
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Always Game
Our take on the ultimate all-round gravel bike. Go anywhere, bring everything and then keep on going.
Model Description
One chainring, endless possibilities. The Topstone 3 GRX - 1X delivers simplicity without sacrificing performance. A Shimano GRX610/820 blended group keeps shifting precise and reliable, while KingPin suspension takes the sting out of rough terrain. WTB tires keep you connected to the trail, making every ride a good one—whether it’s a quick lap or a full-day escapade.
What it's for
Gravel riding & racing, bikepacking, going hard and long on dirt or pavement
Highlights
- Lightweight full carbon frameset with Kingpin rear suspension, Proportional Response size-specific construction, and StashPort downtube storage
- With a single chainring and wide-range SLX 12-speed cassette, this blend of Shimano’s top-end GRX820 and GRX610 gravel groups offers a killer performance value
- Durable, dependable WTB ST i25 rims, with Shimano hubs and WTB Riddler 45c gravel tires
- Cannondale 3 flared handlebars offer comfortable, gravel-friendly hand positions
- Cannondale Wheel Sensor delivers hyper-accurate speed, distance and route info, service reminders, and more via the Cannondale App
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Smiles for Miles
Kingpin is our lightweight, go-for-longer rear suspension. Maintenance-free and complexity-free, it gives the Topstone frame legit rear-wheel travel without compromising stiffness for the sprint. Kingpin provides a smoother ride, more traction to push harder, and more give to take on the rough stuff. You’ll hardly know it’s there, but you’ll be very glad you’ve got it.
Bring It All
Our all-new StashPort storage system in the downtube is designed to be concealed yet convenient. Paired with the special StashBag, you can bring your essentials along for the ride and know that they’ll be kept safe, whatever you get up to out there. Meanwhile, multiple mounting points on the frame, mean more gear and more adventures.
Tuned Ride
A dialed-in ride, just for you. AKA: Proportional Response Construction. Everything from the carbon layup to the geometry on Topstone is individually tuned by frame size. So that the bike – including KingPin suspension – works in harmony to give you the best ride for you and your dimensions.
Features
StashPort + StashBag
StashPort is our take on a downtube storage system, accessed beneath the water bottle cage. Every bike includes StashBag, a specially designed bag for your essentials.
Tire Clearance
Topstone Carbon fits tires with a maximum measured width of up to 52mm for the frame and 56mm for the rigid fork. Lefty Oliver's tire clearance is optimized for a 700x47mm tire, with height being the primary limiting factor.
Dropper Ready
Built to accept an internally-routed 27.2mm dropper seatpost, which shouldn´t be a surprise on a bike this capable.
Proportional Response
Tuned for the rider, our size-specific construction creates optimal stiffness and compliance for each frame size. So, every rider benefits from the ideal ride feel and comfort of KingPin.
OutFront Steering Geometry
Confident stability meets nimble agility. An extra long fork offset paired with a slack head angle keeps the steering light and lively, yet delivers unreal confidence at speed and in the rough stuff.
Tidy does it
Internal cable routing throughout the frame, combined with Conceal Stem, delivers a tidy, integrated look.
Specs
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Platform
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Model NameTopstone Carbon 3 GRX - 1x
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Model CodeC15195U
Frameset
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FrameTopstone Carbon, Kingpin suspension system, Proportional Response construction, downtube Stashport, internal cable routing, 12x142mm thru-axle, 27.2 dropper post ready, UDH, BSA 68mm threaded BB, flat mount disc, removable fender bridge, multiple gear/bottle mounts
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ForkTopstone Carbon, 1-1/8" to 1.5" steerer, 55mm OutFront offset, flat mount disc, internal routing, 12x100 thru-axle, triple bottle/gear mounts, fender mounts
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HeadsetAcros IS52/40 ICR
Drivetrain
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Rear DerailleurShimano GRX 822, Shadow SGS
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ShiftersShimano GRX 610, 12-speed
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ChainShimano M7100, 12-speed
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CrankShimano GRX 610, 40T
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Rear CogsShimano SLX M7100, 10-51, 12-speed
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Bottom BracketShimano BSA 68
Brakes
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BrakesShimano GRX 610 hydraulic disc, 160/160mm RT70 rotors
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Brake LeversShimano GRX 610 hydraulic disc
Wheels
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Front HubShimano TC500, 12x100mm centerlock
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Rear HubShimano TC500, 12x142mm centerlock
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RimsWTB ST i25 TCS, 28h, tubeless ready
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SpokesStainless Steel, 14g
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Tire Size45
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Wheel Size700c
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TiresWTB Riddler TCS Light, 700x45c, tubeless ready
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Front TireWTB Riddler TCS Light, 700x45c, tubeless ready
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Rear TireWTB Riddler TCS Light, 700x45c, tubeless ready
Components
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HandlebarCannondale 3, butted 6061 Alloy, 16 deg flare drop
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StemCannondale C1 Conceal, Alloy, 31.8, -6°
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GripsCannondale KnurlCork, 2.7mm
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SaddleSelle Royal SRX Open
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SeatpostCannondale 3, 6061 Alloy, 27.2x350mm
Connectivity
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Wheel SensorCannondale Wheel Sensor
Extra
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Extra 1Large StashBag downtube storage bag, tubeless valve stems
Please note that, based on component availability and other factors, specifications are subject to change without notice.
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