Topstone Carbon Apex Cannondale 2024 Quicksand

Topstone Carbon Apex

Nothing is insurmountable

With the grip and comfort of the Kingpin suspension, there are no limits. With the grip and comfort of the Kingpin suspension, there are no limits.

Its terrain

Trails, backroads, rough asphalt, paths

Designed for

Gravel, bikepacking, off-road routes

Key points

• Topstone carbon frame with Kingpin suspension/integrated connectivity with Cannondale App/compatible with SmartSense

• SRAM Apex 1 11-speed drivetrain/hydraulic disc brakes

• DT Swiss G540 wheels with Vittoria Terreno Dry 38c tires

Kingpin Suspension

Kingpin is our answer to the most demanding gravel cyclists, looking for maximum absorption without the weight or complexity of traditional shock and pivot suspension systems. Kingpin gives you everything you’re looking for: more comfort for longer rides, more traction to push the limits, lightness, and the highest technology. - Kingpin answers your prayers: maintenance-free and lightweight.

Simple design

The low-friction bushings of the Kingpin suspension’s main pivot save 100 grams compared to conventional bearings, are maintenance-free, and provide extraordinary smooth action.

Clearance and compatibility

The low-chainstay design accommodates large volume tires (up to 700 x 45 mm or 27.5 x 2.1”), maintaining 6mm of clearance for mud evacuation on each side. The rear wheel has a standard lacing that makes it easy to interchange with any other.

Tailored to the cyclist

Our Proportional Response design adjusts the stiffness and response of the frame to each size, so every cyclist can experience and take advantage of the maximum riding performance of the Topstone regardless of their height or weight.

Compatible with SmartSense

Enhance every ride experience with more visibility and less risk. The SmartSense-compatible frame allows for easy upgrades to the system, enabling you to enjoy lights and rear radar.

OutFront steering geometry

Stability meets agility. An extra-long fork offset along with a relaxed head angle achieves light and agile steering response while also providing unparalleled stability at speed and when the terrain gets tough.

Connected

The integrated wheel sensor reads your activity (like speed, distance, and calories burned), registers your bike, reminds you when it needs maintenance, and much more, all through the Cannondale app.

Compatible with dropper post.

The frame accommodates a 27.2mm diameter dropper post with internal cable routing, which should come as no surprise on a bike that is truly all-terrain.