Carbon frenzy for the well-heeled: The Cannondale Trigger
The addition "Black Inc." is Cannondale's signal code for all those who have simple tastes and are "always satisfied with the best", as Oscar Wilde put it. Cannondale is now establishing Black Inc. as a brand within the brand - as an absolute high-end product. The top-of-the-range Trigger model costs 8999 euros. The equivalent value is packaged as inconspicuously as possible. The matt black finish does not shout, but whispers. The wide carbon fibre rims from Enve and the carbon saddle frame, for example, are only revealed at second glance. Naturally, Cannondale laminates the chassis of the Lefty fork from carbon fibre. Carbon is also used to mould the brake levers, handlebars and cranks.
The Trigger is light-footed and sprints fast. The compact riding position provides a good overview and control downhill. Here, the bike not only steers extremely precisely (thanks to the Lefty), but also feels playful and agile. The rear end only utilises its potential on jumps and otherwise, like the fork, feels underchallenged. If you let it fly, you quickly realise that low-profile tyres set limits to your playfulness. Racing Ralph tyres are great for marathon riding, but a flop for all-mountain riding. Of course, it is questionable whether anyone would torture the expensive Edel-Trigger on difficult trails. Anyone who has the pleasure of riding the Trigger will definitely enjoy riding uphill too. The right thumb tightens the rear and reduces the suspension travel to a high-traction 85 millimetres. And off you go! With the 30 mm chainring, you won't fail even on moderately steep ramps. We have already listed the advantages and disadvantages of a single crankset with only eleven gears many times: Either the gear ratio fits, or you leave it alone. The Black Inc. has this gimmick. The target group for this bike is very specific anyway. Or according to Oscar Wilde: "Surround me with luxury. I can do without all the necessities."
Conclusion Sinful luxury: Cannondale's top-of-the-range Trigger model pulls out all the stops and redefines the term super tourer. A carbon frenzy for fans with a big bank account.
PLUS The finest components, consistent concept, system integration par excellence, very light
MINUS Tyres unsuitable for all-mountain, wheel removal complicated
