Cannondale Tesoro 2

The "Tesoro 2" model from the Cannondale brand from 2024 is a versatile trekking bike that is available for a price of EUR 1599. The bike's frame is made of SmartForm C2 Alloy and has a 1.5" head tube and an integrated pannier rack, giving the bike a robust yet practical structure.

The braking system of the Tesoro 2 consists of Shimano MT200 hydraulic disc brakes with 160 mm RT10 rotors, which are controlled by the Shimano MT200 brake levers. This combination ensures reliable braking performance under various conditions. The bike's gear system is equipped with an SLX Shadow Plus SGS, while the shift levers are from Shimano Deore and enable 10-speed shifting. The front derailleur is also from Shimano Deore, which results in precise and smooth gear shifting overall. With a total of 30 gears, the Tesoro 2 offers a wide range of gear ratios for different riding conditions.

The bike's fork is a Fatty OPI Rigid 1.5", which is known for its stability and steering precision. Lighting is provided by a Busch & Muller Lumotec Avy with 40 lux at the front and a Hermanns H-Trace rear light at the rear, which ensures good visibility in traffic. The pedals are Cannondale Urban Platform, which ensure a secure grip.

The bottom bracket and crankset are from Shimano, whereby the crankset is equipped with 48/36/26T. The cassette is a Shimano HG500 with a gradation of 12-28 on the 10-speed drivetrain, and the drivetrain is completed by a KMC X10 chain. The handlebar is a Cannondale Urban Trekking with a diameter of 31.8 mm, while the grips are Cannondale Ergo Fitness Dual Density Lock-on grips for comfort and control. The stem is an adjustable Cannondale OPI with a diameter of 1.5", and the headset is a Tange Si 1.5".

The rims are DC3.0 Double Wall with eyelets and 32 holes, combined with Schwalbe Marathon Supreme tyres in size 700x40c and RaceGuard puncture protection. The hubs consist of a Shimano Dynamo at the front and a Shimano Deore hub at the rear, while the spokes are DT Swiss Champion. The saddle is a Selle Royal Ariel, mounted on a Cannondale C4 aluminium seat post measuring 31.6x350 mm.

Additional features include Curana mudguards and chain guard, a Cannondale Si kickstand and an Abus 5850 lock for added security. Overall, the Cannondale Tesoro 2 offers well thought-out equipment that is suitable for both everyday use and longer tours.