Originally Posted by
HarborBandS
Check out the Cannondale Topstone. Hard to beat that level of components for the price, and Cannondale makes nice aluminum frames. The 105 hydraulic version comes in at $1,750.
There are some very strong reviews out there for this bike too.
I also recently added to my bike stable a Topstone, in the 105 group. After purchasing an extra set of "road" wheels and tires I have no buyer's remorse about selling my steel road bike. Running with the stock WTB wheels/tires I am now contemplating whether I really need to keep my Yeti full-suspension mountain bike. Single-track is fun and as long as it doesn't get too crazy steep or technical, my Topstone gets me up and over most trails.