CANNONDALE SUPERSIX EVO LEICHTBAU FRAMESET

 

Launched today in very limited numbers – the unique Cannondale SuperSix Evo Leichtbau frameset symbolises Cannondale’s ongoing passion and drive to continually refine their products, with this new addition being their lightest ever SuperSix EVO frame, superseding their already featherweight Hi-Mod iteration. So why ‘Leichtbau’? because it’s German for lightweight and is also a nice cultural reference to Porsche’s limited-edition Leichtbau 964 sports car which saw production in 1992 with only 86 ever being made.

The Leichtbau is Cannondale’s lightest ever SuperSix EVO frameset.

 

Taking some visual cues from the original Leichtbau as well as sticking with the exclusive, limited edition approach to the marketing of this super-light frameset, Cannondale have only produced 200 Cannondale SuperSix Evo Leichtbau frames worldwide with just 30 being available in the UK.

There’s only 30 SuperSix EVO Leichtbau framesets available in the UK.

 

We’ve seen a recent trend for high-end road bikes becoming increasingly exclusive, featuring unique custom paint jobs designed to make a bold statement within the sea of high-spec dream bicycles. Following on from their incredibly popular collaboration with the Palace skate brand at the recent men’s and women’s Tour De France which saw team riders onboard visually-stunning SuperSix EVO Hi-Mods and SystemSix Hi-Mods, Cannondale are back with the all-new SuperSix Evo Leichtbau. In a scenario where the lines between product design and fine art are becoming ever more blurred we’re starting to see bicycle collectors specifically buying into this phenomenon, with those Palace collab bikes proving the point as they immediately sold out when they were released to the public.

The Leichtbau follows closely on the heels of Cannondale’s Palace skate brand collaboration.

 

But let’s not get too caught up on the aesthetic qualities of the Leichtbau; as we mentioned earlier, this all-new frameset boasts an overall weight that is actually lighter than their previous top of the range model, the SuperSix EVO Hi-Mod, coming in at 750 grams for a raw frame which is 90 grams lighter than the Hi-Mod. This new frameset isn’t all style and no substance; to achieve this new weight Cannondale developed a whole new grade of carbon as well as a new carbon layup and construction process which all blends magically with the SuperSix’s existing ride qualities, namely unrivaled responsiveness and super-confident handling.

With the raw frame weighing just 750 grams the Cannondale SuperSix EVO Leichtbau is a great starting point for your dream road bike.

 

The EF Education-EasyPost pro cycling team will be heading to the start of the upcoming Vuelta a Espana on Friday the 19th August, with two of their riders specially chosen to showcase the new Cannondale SuperSix Evo Leichtbau on the unforgiving roads of this grueling three week grand tour around Spain. Meanwhile Wheelbase are pleased to confirm that we have been able to get hold of 3 Leichtbau framesets, available from now in-store and online for £4,250.00 so if you want one, get in touch quick!

Cannondale SuperSix EVO Leichtbau Limited Edition Frameset RRP £4,250.00

 

Key Features:

• Unique Leichtbau Carbon material for Cannondale’s lightest ever SuperSix EVO frameset
• Custom carbon layup and construction unique to SuperSix EVO Leichtbau frameset
• Weighs only 750 grams for raw frame
• Leichtbau frame weighs 90 grams less than Cannondale’s top of the range Hi-Mod carbon SuperSix EVO frame
• Super-light CNC machined alloy details
• Superlight paint application with classic chrome styling
• Each frame (out of a total of 200) is individually numbered
• Exclusive limited edition – only 200 available worldwide, with 30 in the UK

It’s all in the details…

• A Hidden Cable Routing design routes brakes lines through an opening in the front of the headtube for minimal drag and headache-free serviceability.
• The frame features highly truncated airfoil tube shapes that offer the same weight, and equal or better stiffness than round tubes, but reduce drag by up to 30%.
• SuperSix EVO is known for its elegantly smooth ride quality. The SAVE rear stays, integrated binder and 27 SL KNØT seat post bring surprising comfort to EVO’s blistering speed.
• Featuring clearance for some seriously big rubber. 30mm tires fit with ease, for new levels of comfort and capability on any kind of road.
• Speed Release thru-axles allow faster, easier wheel changes and are compatible with most standard thru-axle wheelsets.

Frameset Specification:

• Frame: SuperSix EVO Leichtbau Carbon, integrated cable routing w/ Switchplate, 12×142 Speed Release thru-axle, SAVE, PF30a, flat mount disc, integrated seat binder
• Fork: SuperSix EVO Leichtbau Carbon, SAVE, integrated crown race, 12x100mm Speed Release thru-axle, flat mount disc, internal routing, 1-1/8″ to 1-1/4″ steerer and 55mm offset (51-54cm), 1-1/8″ to 1-3/8” steerer and 45mm offset (56-58cm)
• Bottom Bracket: Cannondale Alloy PressFit30
• Headset: Integrated, 1-1/8″ – 1-1/4″ (51-54cm), 1-1/8″ – 1-3/8″ (56-58cm)
• Seatpost: HollowGram 27 SL KNØT, Carbon, 2 bolt clamp, 330mm, 15mm offset
• Sizes: 51, 54, 56, 58
• Colour: Leichtbau Black, Individually numbered
• Extras: Leichtbau Special Edition Rear Derailleur Hanger and Switchplate, Speed Release thru-axles

 

SuperSix EVO Leichtbau Frame Geometry

 

Cannondale SuperSix EVO Leichtbau Limited Edition Frameset RRP £4,250.00

 

Written by Johnny Dodgin

Photos by Cannondale

 

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