Cannondale 650 M Topstone Crb Lefty 3

The 2021 Cannondale “650 M Topstone Crb Lefty 3” is a versatile and high-performance gravel bike designed for discerning riders. Priced at 4,399 EUR, this bike offers high-quality components and innovative technologies.

The bike’s frame is made from BallisTec carbon and is fitted with the Kingpin suspension system, which ensures a comfortable and controlled ride. The frame features a 12x142 Speed Release thru-axle and is compatible with a dropper seatpost. In addition, the internal cable routing allows for easy maintenance and a clean, tidy look.

The braking system consists of Shimano GRX 400 hydraulic disc brakes with 160mm RT76 rotors, which ensure reliable braking performance in all conditions. The brake levers are also from Shimano GRX 600 and offer precise control. The drivetrain is fitted with Shimano GRX 800 Wide components, whilst the shifters are Shimano GRX 600, enabling 11-speed shifting.

The bike’s fork is the newly developed Lefty Oliver with 30mm of travel, a Chamber damper with All-Over Tuning and an ISO High-Ride air spring. It features a tapered steerer tube and a 55mm offset, ensuring excellent steering precision. Pedals are not included.

The bottom bracket is a Cannondale BB30, and the crankset consists of a Cannondale 1, BB30a, OPI SpideRing with 40 teeth. The cassette is a Shimano SLX with a range of 11–42 teeth, whilst the chain is a Shimano HG601.

The handlebars are Cannondale 3 made from butted 6061 aluminium with a 16-degree flare drop. The grips are made from Cannondale Bar Tape with a thickness of 3.5 mm. The stem is a Cannondale 2 made from 6061 aluminium with a clamp width of 31.8 mm and an angle of 7°. The headset is integrated and ranges from 1-1/8" to 1-1/2".

The rims are WTB ST i23 TCS with 28 spokes and are tubeless-ready. The front hub is a Lefty 50 and the rear hub is a Formula Cartridge Bearing with an axle width of 12x142 mm. The spokes are made of stainless steel and have a gauge of 14g.

The saddle is a Fabric Scoop Shallow Elite with Cro-Mo rails, and the seatpost is a Cannondale 2 made from UD carbon, measuring 27.2 x 350mm.

In summary, the 2021 Cannondale “650 M Topstone Crb Lefty 3” offers a well-thought-out design and high-quality components that ensure a first-class riding experience on a wide variety of surfaces.