Gravel

FLAT OUT That's how Aspero debuted under the characters of the Wednesday Night Rough Club two years ago, and that's how it's stayed. And since, at Cervelo, we know that flat out doesn't stay flat out for long without a little help from science, we've come back from the drawing board with a new Aspero. A faster Aspero, a lighter Aspero, and-dare we say it-an even better looking Aspero. Our engineers like to say, if it looks fast, it probably is, but there's some truth to it, and Aspero-5 looks fast standing still. No cables in the wind, tubes derived from our library of aerodynamically proven shapes, and just a hint of a cut out in the seat tube to squeak out just a bit more tire clearance, add up to a bike that proves the adage.

Flat Out. That's how Aspero debuted under the characters of the Wednesday Night Rough Club two years ago, and that's how it's stayed. And because at Cervelo we know that flat out doesn't stay flat out for long without a little help from science, we've come back from the drawing board with a new Aspero. A faster Aspero, a lighter Aspero, and—dare we say it—an even better-looking Aspero. Our engineers like to say, "If it looks fast, it probably is"—but there's some truth to it, and Aspero-5 looks fast standing still. No cables in the wind, tubes derived from our library of aerodynamically proven shapes, and just a hint of a cut out in the seat tube to squeak out just a bit more tire clearance, add up to a bike that proves the adage. Lightweight Speed Some might say aero doesn't matter on a gravel bike, but if you've battled a headwind across an open prairie, the thirty-two grams of drag you'll save with the Aspero-5 come as a welcome respite. Most gravel racing is done without the benefit of a World Tour peloton—or World Tour tactics—and when it's your nose in the wind all day, it's nice to know your bike's shouldering a bit of the load. Two-Position Adjustment "Trail", or front wheel response to rider input, is the most critical factor in high-velocity handling. The ability to adjust trail with the two-position "Trail Mixer" to compensate for the extreme range of tire sizes ensures a uniform ride experience. Multiple Configurations We engineered the bike to fit most 700x42 or 650x49 tire/wheel combos, comfortably. Of course, there are variables—rim width, tire casing/tread depth—which will affect final clearance. IMPORTANT NOTE: We always recommend there to be 4mm of clearance around whichever tire/wheel combo is installed on the bike.

Nothing is Impassable The best dual-suspension gravel bike for rugged dirt roads and singletrack trails. With the Kingpin system and Lefty fork, nothing is off-limits. Where it thrives Gravel and Dirt Roads, Rough Pavement, Trails What it's built for Gravel riding, back road exploring, bike packing and off-road adventures Highlights - Lightweight Topstone Carbon frame with Kingpin suspension / Lefty Oliver Carbon gravel suspension fork, 30mm travel - SRAM Force eTap electronic 12-speed group / SAVE Carbon seatpost - HollowGram 22 carbon wheels w/ 700x44c WTB Raddler tires Go ahead, ride it. If your idea of a fun road ride starts where the pavement ends, no other gravel bike can take you further than the dual-suspension Topstone Carbon. Its revolutionary Kingpin system and Lefty Oliver gravel fork offer traction, comfort and control beyond the dreams of other drop-bar bikes, on everything from beat-up backroads to full-tilt singletrack. Get in deep, come out smiling. Kingpin Suspension Delivering a smooth ride without the added weight and complexity of a shock and links, Kingpin is our answer for the most demanding gravel riders. Whether you need more comfort to go long, more traction to push beyond or more give to take on the tech—Kingpin is the maintenance-free, lightweight answer to your prayers. Lefty Goes Big The smoothest, most-precise handling gravel fork in the world. With 30mm of bob-free travel and room for 700x45mm tires, Lefty Oliver lives to push the boundaries with comfort and control. Load Up. Roll Out. With plentiful gear and water bottle mounts in the front triangle, under the downtube and on the top tube, Topstone Carbon is ready to load up and go long. Corner like a Boss Rail through the rough and come out smiling. Led by our OutFront steering geometry, the Topstone Carbon offers up handling that's serenely stable in the chop, and light & nimble everywhere else.

Nothing is Impassable The best gravel bike for anything from dirt roads to singletrack trails. With the grip and comfort of the Kingpin suspension, nothing is off-limits. Where it thrives Gravel and Dirt Roads, Rough Pavement, Trails What it's built for Gravel riding, back road exploring, bike packing and off-road adventures Highlights - Lightweight Topstone Carbon frameset with Kingpin suspension, SmartSense Radar & Light equipped - SRAM Force eTap electronic 12-speed group / FSA K-Wing AGX Carbon bars - HollowGram 22 carbon wheels w/ 700x45c WTB Riddler tires Go ahead, ride it. Gravel. Beat-up backroads. Rolling singletrack trails. If your idea of road riding takes you beyond the paved and predictable, Topstone Carbon is the gravel bike for you. With the go-anywhere, ride-anything traction of its revolutionary Kingpin suspension system, it delivers more comfort on-road, and more grip- and-rip control off-road than any other bike on the market. Kingpin Suspension Delivering a smooth ride without the added weight and complexity of a shock and links, Kingpin is our answer for the most demanding gravel riders. Whether you need more comfort to go long, more traction to push beyond or more give to take on the tech - Kingpin is the maintenance-free, lightweight answer to your prayers. Ride Brilliantly On every ride, SmartSense has your back. With SmartSense's system of rear-facing radar and intelligent lights increasing your awareness and visibility out on the open road, it's never been easier to ride smart. Corner like a Boss Rail through the rough and come out smiling. Led by our OutFront steering geometry, the Topstone Carbon offers up handling that's serenely stable in the chop, and light & nimble everywhere else.

Warbird C Force eTap AXS Wide is a high-tech gravel race rig. The carbon frame features our Class 5 VRS, cutting down on the harsh bumps that take a toll on your body. Warbird's geometry emphasizes stability and comfort, for a smooth ride feel you'll be thankful for on long days in challenging conditions. Plentiful frame and fork mounts mean you can bring everything from extra bottles to a bikepacking kit on your rides. SRAM's Force eTap AXS Wide group is a wide-range 2 x 12 system with the ease of wireless electronic shifting. Saddle up and chase podiums on the best gravel race bike we've ever made.

It would be nice if every road ride was on brand-new blacktop, but for real-world road riding, there's Warroad C Ultegra Di2. When your route inevitably turns to rubble, the 700c x 32 mm wheels and tires maintain momentum while providing traction and a supple ride. Our Class 5 VRS adds some compliance to the rear end for all-day comfort in the saddle. Dual wheel size compatibility gives you the option of 700c or 650b as terrain and preferences change, making this one of the best adventure road bikes for rides that cover a variety of terrain. Shimano's Ultegra Di2 group offers smooth shifting and proven performance so you can focus on enjoying every mile.

FLAT OUT That's how Aspero debuted under the characters of the Wednesday Night Rough Club two years ago, and that's how it's stayed. And since, at Cervelo, we know that flat out doesn't stay flat out for long without a little help from science, we've come back from the drawing board with a new Aspero. A faster Aspero, a lighter Aspero, and-dare we say it-an even better looking Aspero. Our engineers like to say, if it looks fast, it probably is, but there's some truth to it, and Aspero-5 looks fast standing still. No cables in the wind, tubes derived from our library of aerodynamically proven shapes, and just a hint of a cut out in the seat tube to squeak out just a bit more tire clearance, add up to a bike that proves the adage.

Flat Out. That's how Aspero debuted under the characters of the Wednesday Night Rough Club two years ago, and that's how it's stayed. And because at Cervelo we know that flat out doesn't stay flat out for long without a little help from science, we've come back from the drawing board with a new Aspero. A faster Aspero, a lighter Aspero, and—dare we say it—an even better-looking Aspero. Our engineers like to say, "If it looks fast, it probably is"—but there's some truth to it, and Aspero-5 looks fast standing still. No cables in the wind, tubes derived from our library of aerodynamically proven shapes, and just a hint of a cut out in the seat tube to squeak out just a bit more tire clearance, add up to a bike that proves the adage. Lightweight Speed Some might say aero doesn't matter on a gravel bike, but if you've battled a headwind across an open prairie, the thirty-two grams of drag you'll save with the Aspero-5 come as a welcome respite. Most gravel racing is done without the benefit of a World Tour peloton—or World Tour tactics—and when it's your nose in the wind all day, it's nice to know your bike's shouldering a bit of the load. Two-Position Adjustment "Trail", or front wheel response to rider input, is the most critical factor in high-velocity handling. The ability to adjust trail with the two-position "Trail Mixer" to compensate for the extreme range of tire sizes ensures a uniform ride experience. Multiple Configurations We engineered the bike to fit most 700x42 or 650x49 tire/wheel combos, comfortably. Of course, there are variables—rim width, tire casing/tread depth—which will affect final clearance. IMPORTANT NOTE: We always recommend there to be 4mm of clearance around whichever tire/wheel combo is installed on the bike.

HAUL ASS, NOT CARGO A new breed of rider is emerging-one who loves the freedom and exploration that gravel culture was founded upon but who has a hunger to ride hard, to go all out, and to explore not just geography but personal limits. This frontier requires a new kind of gravel machine, one engineered not to roam the trails, but to race them. For these athletes, we engineered Aspero for pure, unapologetic speed, ready to take down finish lines, KOMs, PRs, and FKTs. A bike built without limits, for the riders looking to test them. It's stiff, Classics-racing stiff, and performs like you'd want a road bike to perform off-road. We think that makes sense, and it's what we were trying to do when we were stuffing bigger tires into our existing frames and swapping in aftermarket forks to get a 40mm tire up front. The flip-chip in the fork-we call it the Trail Mixer-keeps the trail measurement consistent whether you choose 700c or 650b tires. This maintains the bike's personality and handling characteristics when you switch from mid-fats to full-fat. There are as many different ways to do gravel as there are gravel bikes these days, but if you're toeing the start line, looking to stay with the lead group, and contend for the victory, Aspero is the bike to get you there.

Our engineers like to joke that, "if it looks fast, it probably is." But there's some truth to that, and Aspero-5 looks fast standing still. No cables in the wind, tube shapes from our aerodynamically-proven library, and a hint of a cut out in the seat tube, all add up to a bike that proves the adage.

Cutthroat C GX Eagle AXS is an ultra-endurance bikepacking machine inspired by the unique challenges that the Tour Divide presents. Its lineage led us to a drop-bar mountain bike geometry that provides confidence even in the most challenging riding conditions. Cutthroat's carbon frame delivers excellent power transfer and the Class 5 VRS rear end soaks up micro-impacts from the road and trail, preserving your stamina. Ample cargo mounts allow you to configure your load to suit your personal preferences. SRAM's GX Eagle AXS groupset is a reliable workhorse—perfect for Tour Divide bikes and rigs that will spend a lot of time deep in the backcountry.

HAUL ASS, NOT CARGO A new breed of rider is emerging-one who loves the freedom and exploration that gravel culture was founded upon but who has a hunger to ride hard, to go all out, and to explore not just geography but personal limits. This frontier requires a new kind of gravel machine, one engineered not to roam the trails, but to race them. For these athletes, we engineered Aspero for pure, unapologetic speed, ready to take down finish lines, KOMs, PRs, and FKTs. A bike built without limits, for the riders looking to test them. It's stiff, Classics-racing stiff, and performs like you'd want a road bike to perform off-road. We think that makes sense, and it's what we were trying to do when we were stuffing bigger tires into our existing frames and swapping in aftermarket forks to get a 40mm tire up front. The flip-chip in the fork-we call it the Trail Mixer-keeps the trail measurement consistent whether you choose 700c or 650b tires. This maintains the bike's personality and handling characteristics when you switch from mid-fats to full-fat. There are as many different ways to do gravel as there are gravel bikes these days, but if you're toeing the start line, looking to stay with the lead group, and contend for the victory, Aspero is the bike to get you there.

We engineered Áspero for pure, unapologetic speed, ready to take down finish lines, KOMs, PRs, and FKTs. A bike built without limits, for the riders looking to test them. It's stiff-Classics-racing stiff and performs like you'd want a road bike to perform off-road. We think that makes sense, and it's what we were trying to do when we were stuffing bigger tires into our existing frames and swapping in aftermarket forks to get a 40mm tire up front. - Multiple Configurations We designed Aspero with clearance for up to 700c x 40mm tires or 650b x 49mm tires. Of course, there are variables—rim width, tire casing, and tread depth—which will affect final clearance. We always recommend 4mm of clearance between the tire and frame. **New Shimano road (not gravel) 12-speed front derailleurs reduce tire clearance in the rear of the frame to 700 x 38c or 650b x 45c. - Two Position Adjustment Trail—front-wheel response to rider input—is the most critical factor in high-velocity handling. Flipping the two-position "Trail Mixer" to compensate for the difference in circumference between a 650b and 700c tire maintains consistent handling by maintaining consistent trail figures. - Balanced Handling Stiffness and handling work together to ensure the bike tracks predictably and responds immediately to critical pedal and bracing inputs.

Warbird C Rival XPLR eTap AXS is built to tame the toughest terrain, with a Class 5 VRS-equipped high-modulus carbon fiber frameset. Our gravel race geometry puts you in a comfortable, confident riding position. On-bike cargo features let you gear up for long days of riding far from anywhere. SRAM's sure-shifting Rival XPLR eTap AXS drivetrain is a technological marvel with loads of gear range. As the industry's first gravel race bike, Warbird is designed and built to provide control, comfort, and speed when the going gets rough.

Warroad C Rival eTap AXS is the cure for the common road bike. The stiff, lightweight carbon frameset with Class 5 VRS and our endurance road geometry blends performance for spirited riding with comfort for long days in the saddle on any road surface — it's our best bike for gravel and road riding. Extra mounts on the frame and fork hold everything you need for long days out. Dual wheel size compatibility lets you run up to 700c x 35 mm or 650b x 47 mm wheels and tires, and SRAM's Rival eTap AXS drivetrain feels superb and performs flawlessly, no matter where your wanderings take you.

An evolved race bike ready for the rough and tumble of grass crits, mud ruts, or open gravel tracks. Where it thrives Paths less taken, open gravel tracks, high-speed off-road pursuits. What it's built for Shaving off seconds, stability in the rough, wicked tire clearance. Highlights - Light, durable, fast carbon frameset with big tire clearance - SRAM Rival AXS wireless electronic group / Rival hydro disc brakes - DT Swiss CR-1600 Spline wheels with 40c tires / HollowGram KNØT carbon seatpost

Cutthroat C GRX 810 2x is an immensely capable carbon bikepacking bike, designed and built to be a tour de force on the Tour Divide. Cutthroat's lightweight carbon frame with Class 5 VRS offers a finely tuned blend of stiffness for pedaling efficiency and compliance for all-day comfort. Cutthroat's drop-bar mountain bike geometry is stable when picking your way down steep, loose descents but aggressive enough for enduring a full day of headwinds. Ample cargo mounts add versatility to the way you pack. Shimano's refined GRX 810 2x drivetrain delivers effortless shifting and braking and a wide gear range so you can focus on the view.

A gravel ride can be whatever you want it to be: go for speed, go for distance, go for fun, go for an escape. No matter your goal, Warbird C GRX 810 2x is a comfortable and efficient way to get there. The carbon frame with Class 5 Vibration Reduction System (VRS) tames harsh roads. Our gravel race geometry grants you control on ruinous roads. Thoughtful mounting points provide places for everything from extra bottles to a light bikepacking setup. Shimano's GRX 810 2x drivetrain has proven itself as a dependable, high-performance gravel group with plenty of gear range for windy flats and steep climbs. Put it all together and you've got one of the best gravel bikes out there.

For those seeking more than just the "Lightest-stiffest-most aerodynamic" road bike experience, Warroad is just the thing. The agile and full-featured carbon fiber frameset is designed with Class 5 VRS for compliance and composure on the rough stuff. Warroad's endurance road geometry is designed for sustained rides, with ample frame and fork mounts for your all-day ride provisions. Designed to accommodate both 700c and 650b wheels, Warroad riders can set up a second wheelset for changing terrain or preferences. Add Shimano's Ultegra components, renowned for light and smooth shifting, and you've got an all-road bike that feels right in every way.

If you're searching for the best gravel bike in the game, you've come to the right place. The GT Grade Carbon was voted the 2020 Gravel Bike of The Year and for good reason—its iconic Triple Triangle carbon frame with floating stays give you ultimate comfort on any terrain, while our Pro parts package finishes off a bike that BikeRadar says is "nimble yet surefooted, agile on-road or off". Fast on road, comfortable off, the Grade Carbon Pro is the best gravel bike money can buy.

Nothing is Impassable The best dual-suspension gravel bike for rugged dirt roads and singletrack trails. With the Kingpin system and Lefty fork, nothing is off-limits. Where it thrives Gravel and Dirt Roads, Rough Pavement, Trails What it's built for Gravel riding, back road exploring, bike packing and off-road adventures Highlights - Lightweight Topstone Carbon frameset with Kingpin suspension / SmartSense Light equipped - Shimano GRX 800 11-speed gravel group / SAVE Carbon seatpost - WTB KOM Light rims w/ 700x45c WTB Riddler TCS Light tires Go ahead, ride it. If your idea of a fun road ride starts where the pavement ends, no other gravel bike can take you further than the dual-suspension Topstone Carbon. Its revolutionary Kingpin system and Lefty Oliver gravel fork offer traction, comfort and control beyond the dreams of other drop-bar bikes, on everything from beat-up backroads to full-tilt singletrack. Get in deep, come out smiling. Kingpin Suspension Delivering a smooth ride without the added weight and complexity of a shock and links, Kingpin is our answer for the most demanding gravel riders. Whether you need more comfort to go long, more traction to push beyond or more give to take on the tech—Kingpin is the maintenance-free, lightweight answer to your prayers. Ride Brilliantly On every ride, SmartSense has your back. SmartSense's system of intelligent lights (and optional rear-facing radar) increases your visibility out on the open road and makes it easy to ride smart. Load Up. Roll Out. With plentiful gear and water bottle mounts on the frame and fork, Topstone Carbon is ready to load up and go long. Corner like a Boss Rail through the rough and come out smiling. Led by our OutFront steering geometry, the Topstone Carbon offers up handling that's serenely stable in the chop, and light & nimble everywhere else.

Nothing is Impassable The best dual-suspension gravel bike for rugged dirt roads and singletrack trails. With the Kingpin system and Lefty fork, nothing is off-limits. Where it thrives Gravel and Dirt Roads, Rough Pavement, Trails What it's built for Gravel riding, back road exploring, bike packing and off-road adventures Highlights - Lightweight Topstone Carbon frame with Kingpin suspension / Lefty Oliver gravel suspension fork, 30mm travel - Shimano GRX 800/600 11-speed gravel group / DownLow dropper post - WTB KOM Light rims w/ 700x44c WTB Raddler TCS Light tires Go ahead, ride it. If your idea of a fun road ride starts where the pavement ends, no other gravel bike can take you further than the dual-suspension Topstone Carbon. Its revolutionary Kingpin system and Lefty Oliver gravel fork offer traction, comfort and control beyond the dreams of other drop-bar bikes, on everything from beat-up backroads to full-tilt singletrack. Get in deep, come out smiling. Kingpin Suspension Delivering a smooth ride without the added weight and complexity of a shock and links, Kingpin is our answer for the most demanding gravel riders. Whether you need more comfort to go long, more traction to push beyond or more give to take on the tech—Kingpin is the maintenance-free, lightweight answer to your prayers. Lefty Goes Big The smoothest, most-precise handling gravel fork in the world. With 30mm of bob-free travel and room for 700x45mm tires, Lefty Oliver lives to push the boundaries with comfort and control. Load Up. Roll Out. With plentiful gear and water bottle mounts in the front triangle, under the downtube and on the top tube, Topstone Carbon is ready to load up and go long. Corner like a Boss Rail through the rough and come out smiling. Led by our OutFront steering geometry, the Topstone Carbon offers up handling that's serenely stable in the chop, and light & nimble everywhere else.

Stormchaser is Salsa's gravel bike for any and all conditions. Ample tire clearance and the single speed-compatible Alternator Flat Mount dropout system will see you through the muddiest rides. Equipped with a suspension fork and dropper post, the Stormchaser GRX 810 1x SUS lets you get rowdy with your route choices.

Built for the rigors of America's longest mountain bike race, the Tour Divide-inspired Cutthroat C GRX 600 1x is one of the best bikepacking bikes for long rides through a variety of conditions and surfaces when speed is of the essence. Designed with drop-bar mountain bike geometry and a lightweight carbon frame featuring our Class 5™ VRS for comfortable compliance, Cutthroat is ready to put in big miles on any terrain. Ample cargo mounts let you distribute weight evenly around the bike for maximum maneuverability. Shimano's GRX 600 1x drivetrain provides brilliant braking and shifting with the gear range for gravel flats and mountain passes alike.

Warbird is Salsa's gravel race bike, built on years of experience racing in some of the nation's premier gravel events. Its carbon fiber frameset, our carefully-honed gravel race geometry, and plentiful mounts for water, tools, and accessories make Warbird a top contender in the gravel bike world. - High-modulus carbon frame with rear thru-axle dropouts and rear rack compatibility via Rack-Lock seat collar (sold separately) - Class 5™ Vibration Reduction System (VRS) reduces fatigue caused by micro-impacts - Waxwing carbon fork featuring a 12 x 100mm thru-axle, Three-Pack and fender mounts, mid-blade eyelets, dynamo cable routing, and flat-mount brake standard - Compatible with 700c (45 mm maximum) and 650b (51 mm maximum) wheels and tires - Compatible with 1x, 2x, and electronic drivetrains - Internal sleeved cable routing, dropper post-compatible - Three water bottle mounts in the main triangle on 56–61 cm frames; two on 49–54.5 cm frames - Top tube mount for Salsa EXP Series Direct Mount Top Tube Bag and additional mount on the underside of the down tube - Accommodates a 40mm travel suspension fork and dropper post with internal routing (on 1x drivetrains only)

HAUL ASS, NOT CARGO A new breed of rider is emerging-one who loves the freedom and exploration that gravel culture was founded upon but who has a hunger to ride hard, to go all out, and to explore not just geography but personal limits. This frontier requires a new kind of gravel machine, one engineered not to roam the trails, but to race them. For these athletes, we engineered Aspero for pure, unapologetic speed, ready to take down finish lines, KOMs, PRs, and FKTs. A bike built without limits, for the riders looking to test them. It's stiff, Classics-racing stiff, and performs like you'd want a road bike to perform off-road. We think that makes sense, and it's what we were trying to do when we were stuffing bigger tires into our existing frames and swapping in aftermarket forks to get a 40mm tire up front. The flip-chip in the fork-we call it the Trail Mixer-keeps the trail measurement consistent whether you choose 700c or 650b tires. This maintains the bike's personality and handling characteristics when you switch from mid-fats to full-fat. There are as many different ways to do gravel as there are gravel bikes these days, but if you're toeing the start line, looking to stay with the lead group, and contend for the victory, Aspero is the bike to get you there.

More Give. More Go. An unprecedented gravel bike. Rear suspension and fast-rolling 700c wheels offer unmatched comfort, control and speed from tarmac to outback. Highlights - BallisTec carbon frameset with Kingpin suspension - Shimano GRX 800/600 11-speed shifting / GRX 400 hydraulic disc brakes - Integrated Cannondale App connectivity Where it thrives - Gravel roads, Up and down hills, Out in the elements What it's built for - Handling, Comfort, Traction

Warroad is Salsa’s endurance all-road bike built to perform on-road while being fully capable of off-pavement pursuits. It’s the bike for riders who don’t define a road ride by the surfaces they travel. Endurance all-road geometry, Class 5 frame Vibration Reduction System, dual wheel-size compatibility with a wide range of tire fitments, and a variety of mounting options set the Warroad apart. - Carbon frame with an oversized bottom bracket junction and deeper section downtube, coupled with a 415mm chainstay to create a more responsive bike when accelerating, yet forgiving as the distance increases - Endurance all-road geometry, featuring a slack headtube angle and long offset fork to provide increased stability when the road surface turns rough - Warroad Carbon fork with 100 x 12mm thru-axle, side-mounted three-pack mounts, fender and rack compatibility - Top tube mount for Salsa EXP Direct Mount Top Tube Bag or K-Edge computer mount - Accessory mount on the underside of the down tube - Two water bottle mounts in the main triangle on 49–55cm frames, and three water bottle mounts in the main triangle on 56–61cm frames

We engineered Áspero for pure, unapologetic speed, ready to take down finish lines, KOMs, PRs, and FKTs. A bike built without limits, for the riders looking to test them. It's stiff-Classics-racing- stiff and performs like you'd want a road bike to perform off-road. We think that makes sense, and it's what we were trying to do when we were stuffing bigger tires into our existing frames and swapping in aftermarket forks to get a 40mm tire up front. MULTIPLE CONFIGURATIONS - We designed Aspero with clearance for up to 700c x 40mm tires or 650b x 49mm tires. Of course, there are variables—rim width, tire casing, and tread depth—which will affect final clearance. We always recommend 4mm of clearance between the tire and frame. TWO-POSITION ADJUSTMENT - Trail (front-wheel response to rider input) is the most critical factor in high-velocity handling. Flipping the two-position "Trail Mixer" to compensate for the difference in circumference between a 650b and 700c tire maintains consistent handling by maintaining consistent trail figures. BALANCED HANDLING - Stiffness and handling work together to ensure the bike tracks predictably and responds immediately to critical pedal and bracing inputs.

Nothing is Impassable The best gravel bike for anything from dirt roads to singletrack trails. With the grip and comfort of the Kingpin suspension, nothing is off-limits. Where it thrives: Gravel and Dirt Roads, Rough Pavement, Trails What it's built for: Gravel riding, back road exploring, bike packing, and off-road adventures Highlights: - Lightweight Topstone Carbon frameset with Kingpin suspension, SmartSense Ready / Integrated Cannondale App connectivity - Aggressive 650x47 "Road Plus" wheels & tires - Shimano GRX 800/600 11-speed gravel group Go ahead, ride it. Gravel. Beat-up backroads. Rolling singletrack trails. If your idea of road riding takes you beyond the paved and predictable, Topstone Carbon is the gravel bike for you. With the go-anywhere, ride-anything traction of its revolutionary Kingpin suspension system, it delivers more comfort on-road, and more grip- and-rip control off-road than any other bike on the market. Kingpin Suspension Delivering a smooth ride without the added weight and complexity of a shock and links, Kingpin is our answer for the most demanding gravel riders. Whether you need more comfort to go long, more traction to push beyond or more give to take on the tech—Kingpin is the maintenance-free, lightweight answer to your prayers. Load Up. Roll Out. With plentiful gear and water bottle mounts on the frame and fork, Topstone Carbon is ready to load up and go long. Corner like a Boss Rail through the rough and come out smiling. Led by our OutFront steering geometry, the Topstone Carbon offers up handling that's serenely stable in the chop, and light & nimble everywhere else.