Cannondale 700 U S6 EVO SE 1

The 2022 "700 U S6 EVO SE 1" model from Cannondale stands out for its high-quality components and well-thought-out design. Priced at EUR 4,999, this bike offers a wide range of technical features that appeal to both ambitious amateur cyclists and professionals.

The bike’s frame is made from SuperSix EVO CX carbon and features internal cable routing with a switchplate, a 12x142mm Speed Release thru-axle and a PF30-83 Ai bottom bracket. The flat-mount disc mount and integrated seatpost clamp round off the design. The fork, also made from SuperSix EVO CX Carbon, is fitted with an integrated crown and features a 12x100mm Speed Release thru-axle. It also features a flat-mount disc mount and internal cable routing.

For the brakes, Cannondale has opted for the Shimano GRX 800 hydraulic disc brake system with 160mm MT800 rotors at the front and rear. The brake levers are also from the Shimano GRX 800 series. The drivetrain consists of a Shimano GRX 810 Shadow RD+ rear derailleur and a Shimano GRX 810 front derailleur, which together offer 22 gears. The shift levers are Shimano GRX 800, 11-speed, and the cassette is a Shimano Ultegra HG800 with a range of 11–34 teeth.

The bottom bracket is a Cannondale Alloy PressFit30, whilst the crankset consists of a HollowGram PF83a with a SpideRing and a tooth count of 46/30T. Power is transmitted via a Shimano HG701 11-speed chain. The handlebars are Cannondale 2 made from 6061 alloy with a compact profile, whilst the grips are made from Cannondale Bar Tape, 3.5mm. The stem is also a Cannondale 2 made from 6061 alloy with a 31.8mm clamp and a 7° angle.

The headset is integrated and accommodates sizes from 1-1/8" to 1-1/2". The rims are DT Swiss GR-1600 SPLINE db 25, which are tubeless-ready. The tyres are Vittoria Terreno Dry TNT in size 700 x 40c and are also tubeless-ready. The front hub is a DT Swiss 350 Straightpull with 12x100mm Centre Lock, whilst the rear hub is a DT Swiss 350 with Ratchet System 18, Straightpull and 12x142mm Ai Centre Lock. The spokes are DT Swiss Aero Comp straight-pull (Ai Offset Dish – rear).

The saddle is a Prologo Dimension AGX, Tirox, and the seatpost is a HollowGram 27 SL KNØT made of carbon with a two-bolt clamp. It has a length of 330 mm and offers an offset of 0 mm (46 cm) or 15 mm (51–58 cm), depending on the frame size. Pedals are not included with this model.

Overall, the Cannondale “700 U S6 EVO SE 1” offers a carefully selected combination of high-quality components and innovative technologies that ensure outstanding riding performance.