Cannondale 700 M SystemSix HM Red AXS

The Cannondale 700 M SystemSix HM Red AXS from 2021 is a state-of-the-art road bike designed for maximum performance and efficiency. With a price tag of EUR 11,799, it is aimed at ambitious riders who don't want to compromise on quality and equipment.

The bike's frame is made of Hi-MOD carbon and is characterised by integrated cable routing with switchplate, SAVE technology and a PF30a bottom bracket shell. The frame also has flat mount disc mounts and a 12x142 Speed Release Thru-Axle, which ensures a stiff yet comfortable ride.

The braking system of the Systemsix is provided by SRAM Red hydraulic disc brakes with 160 mm Centerline XR rotors at the front and rear. The brake levers are also SRAM Red eTap AXS, which ensures precise and reliable braking performance.

The electronic shifting system SRAM Red eTap AXS is used for shifting, which is known for its fast and precise gear changes. The shift lever is a SRAM RED eTap AXS HRD with 12 gears, while the front derailleur is also from SRAM RED eTap AXS. The crankset is a SRAM RED DUB with a 48/35 gradation and the cassette is a SRAM XG-1290 with a 10-28 gradation.

The bike's fork is made of BallisTec Hi-MOD carbon and has a 1-1/8" - 1-1/4" steerer and a 12x100mm Speed Release Thru-Axle. Depending on the frame size, the offset of the fork varies between 55mm (for sizes 47-51cm) and 45mm (for sizes 54-62cm).

The Systemsix cockpit includes the carbon HollowGram KNØT SystemBar with an 8° pitch adjustment and the aluminium HollowGram KNØT stem with cable cover and a -17° angle. The grips are Cannondale Bar Tape with a thickness of 3.5 mm, which provides additional comfort.

The wheels consist of HollowGram 64 SL KNØT carbon rims, which are tubeless-ready and have a depth of 64 mm and an inner width of 21 mm. The rims are fitted with DT Swiss Aerolite straight-pull spokes. The hubs are HollowGram KNØT with sealed bearings, whereby the rear hub contains DT Swiss 240 internals.

The tyres are Vittoria Rubino Pro Speed tyres in size 700 x 25c, which are known for their high speed and reliability. The saddle is a Prologo Dimension Nack NDR with a width of 143 mm and carbon rails, while the seat post is a HollowGram 60 KNØT carbon post with a length of 330 mm.

To summarise, the Cannondale 700 M SystemSix HM Red AXS offers an impressive combination of advanced technology, high-quality equipment and outstanding performance, making it a top model in the road bike sector.