Cannondale Topstone Alloy Gravel Bike / Ride Experience Review / Carbon Wheelset Upgrade / Top Stone
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- Опубліковано 29 лис 2024
- I bought a Cannondale Topstone. It is Cannondale's entry-level gravel bike, but I think this bike is very fun. This is my unbox and ride experience of this bike. I have had this bike for several months already, so, this is a kind of long-term review, too.
One of the best bike reviews on UA-cam. Thank you.
I love the "unboxing" dramatic scene! Well done. I really enjoy how you review products.
Man, this is the best bike review I've seen in ages! Thank you so much
No one will understand the music from the beginning of the video unless you’ve watched Chinese king fu movies date back to the time when tv was in black and white. Omg, this brings back so many memories!!!
Cliff, you're the man. Great review, and I opted for the Topstone 2 for the hydo brakes because I've heard the lack of stopping power in the mechanical ones. Keep doing what you do!
I just bought a Topstone 2. Did you have trouble cheating your front derailleur sorted?
Brilliant review. Informative and entertaining. Topstone is definitely on my list for a new gravel bike.
Loved this review! So well explained and fun to watch too!
Thanks for making this review video, it's so much more real information than 90% of all the "review/marketing" videos out there. Might just cement my decision on the topstone vs the domane for more fun.
Wicked review! Just the right information. I'm on the market for a mid-level road bike to commute with, I have 45 miles so it has to be comfy and with room for fenders since weather is a challenge where I live. I will subscribe to hear you review other bikes.
Do check out the Triban RC520 and RC520 Gravel also. They are absolute value for money.
Good review. I own this bike and I too, find the brakes are lacking in stopping power. Plan to upgrade as well.
Awesome review. Just got the topstone 3. Thanks so much for the good review makes me feel better about my purchase. Still waiting for the bike impatiently!! 🤙
Finally a proper review of this bike , thanksss
Oh man, best video of all times. I was wondering if the topstone was a good bike, if it makes sense to buy a second set of tires to use it as a road bike and if hydro brakes are worth their money. You answered ALL my questions. Now I will go buy this bike and make it look happy 🙂
The Topstone 3 is a terrific bike. I love mine and will not part with it anytime soon. If you can, it's probably more convenient, if more expensive, to get a second complete wheelset (if you get decent carbon rims) rather than having to constantly switch b/t gravel tires and slicks. But then again, it's less costly than than buying an additional good road bike.
Yes, that's what I wanted to say... A complete wheelset so I can quickly change it into a decent roadbike as well. I guess the topstone 2 with some really good wheels and 28 or 32mm road tires will be at least as good as an entry level road bike. Plus you still have all the bike packing features that most road bikes don't have.
Really good review. Straight to the point!
Excellent review while keeping it fun! Thank you!! Will be purchasing a Topstone 1 soon.
Wow very succinct and insightful review. Really stands out from others’ long reviews with little substance
Thank you for your very thorough in dept review, answered all of my questions :)
Great video! Just bought a Topstone which took me to your channel. Enjoyed your review and mods! Subbed.
what a perfect review that i have been looking for
Thanks mate, great review. I just bought the Cannondale Topstone 1. Awesome bike.
Good review, saw one on marketplace for 500 & practically new , gotta pull the trigger after your review
Love the video! What carbon wheels did you put on? Thinking about doing the same for my Topstone 👍
Just got mine and I am also interested in the type of carbon wheels you got. cheers
This was a great review! Amazing content. Thank you.
Something about the way he talks and the filmography that makes it entertaining to watch...
More videos with this bike please
I used to use hydraulic disk brakes, but switched back to mechanical disk brakes. I find the hydraulic disk brakes has far too much stopping power. I use the Avid BB7 disk brakes, find they are more predictable before they lock up.
Awesome (and down to Earth, relatable) video 😊. Thanks!
Nice review. Thanks
I have exactly same bike but with sora, I agree it's a very fun bike with budget price tag.
Iye deh percayaa.. :D
Great review. I really enjoyed it. 👍🏼. I just tested this bike today and really enjoyed it was well.
Great review, Cliff- thanks.
What an excelent review! Thank you very much
Awesome review thank you
Great review! What topstone is it?
Is it Topstone what number? 2,3,4?
Could you share the link to buy the carbon wheels and disc?
I love my cannondale ❤
Tremendous review! Could it be possible to change the wheels into road bike wheels for race purposes?
What type of racing?
If you're planning on road racing such as a doing a crit, it's probably better to get a more aero-designed road bike, one that is lighter and more responsive in cornering. If you're talking gravel races, sure, having a carbon wheelset can help.
I don't race, but I put a good carbon wheelset & road tires on my Topstone 3 to lighten the bike a little and make it better (faster) for club road rides. But my club is fairly casual & about group riding for health & friendship, not preparing for racing, even if the group dynamics make it that some want to push the pace on most rides. I usually switch back to the stock alloy rims & wtb riddlers if I'm riding mainly gravel or by myself for exercise, but that's for convenience since it's easier to switch out the wheelset than the tires.
@@ashurany I got the point. So the concern, is if I want to use Topstone for road racing, once it is replaced with the road bike wheelset is the way to get the bike more responsive. Thanks for your clear explanation.
Thinking about getting one as a 2nd bike to ride in the city and light trails… my mtb is kinda heavy for long rides
Good job Cliff
Beautiful bike. Thanks for sharing your review.
Cliff, you need to post more videos!
very nice bike, looks great with the carbon wheels on it :)
Thanks! 👍
My top stone is on its way to me.
That's great bike! I can see that it's an S size, what is your height? If you don't mind me asking. Fits you well? Do you have any toe overlap on it? Thank you !
I have just ordered this bike. I too would like info/sizes on the carbon wheels and new tires. Also, can the brakes be upgraded to hydraulic?
Great review 👍
Excuse me, is it mechanical disc brake strong enough when going downhill?
I have a mountain bike, been interested in a gravel bike, would this bike be a good recommendation?
Hi thanks so much for this. I have the Topstone 3 and want to change the wheels but is it correct that the rear wheel must be redished because of AI symmetry?
Plan to release a Mandarin version as well? Great content as usual but have to say the scripting and flow are a bit more fun and natural on main channel ; )
This is my new year resolution, plan to up at least 1 video each month. Still need a lot more practice, it took me about 30 videos to feel more comfortable in the main channel :)
@@Clifu keep at it!
can you post a link to those carbon wheels?
What kind of slick tyres did you put? Will they fit on the original wheels?
I put both 32C GP5000 and 40C Gravel King Slick before. Yes, they fit original wheels.
Any pointer for fenders and other accessories please.
Can you share a link with those carbon wheels and tires?
Is the stock tires that I came with it tubeless ready?
What happened to Cliff?
Love that chinese intro music, reminds me of the many Jakie Chan films i have watched over the years...! anyway i digress, looks like a decent bike...! :)
How tall are you?
I am 170 cm, Saddle height 69 cm. Size S fits me well.
How wheight is this bike?
great review! Thank you so much. :)
is it a XS size?
it is a size S.
I ride in George Bush every now and then and have seen you riding! Let's go on a ride one day :D
verynice review 🎉🫶🏻👏
原來可利乎還有英文版😆
Great review 👍
nice standing Bianchi 👊🏻🥵🫶🏻
Great review!