I’ve mentioned this before but when Cannondale first released the Slate, I thought it was the stupidest bike design I had ever seen. I’ve since had to eat those words. I know 3 people that have the Slate and they all love em. After seeing them up-close, I’d have to agree, they’re pretty awesome. Tom Bondurant just returned from riding the 200 mile Steamboat Ramble on his on July 21st and was going to ride the FoCo Fondo Fest this past weekend but wussed out.
The Build
Frame: Large 2017 Cannondale Slate-available at ProVelo Bicycles.
Fork: Lefty Oliver (30mm travel)
Front derailleur: Ultegra 2x
Rear derailleur: Ultegra R8000 GS
Brake levers: Ultegra
Brakes: Ultegra hydro (160f/140r)
Shifters: Ultegra
Cassette: Shimano HG800
Cassette gearing: 11sp 11-34
Bottom Bracket: BB30
Cranks: Cannondale Hollowgram Si 172.5
Chainrings: OPI Spidering compact 50/34
Pedals: Shimano XT
Chain: Ultegra
Front Hub: Lefty 50 28h
Front Rim: Mavic XM419
Front Tire: WTB Resolute 650bx42 tubeless
Rear Hub: Formula 142×12, 28h
Rear Rim: Mavic XM419
Rear Tire: WTB Resolute 650bx42 tubeless
Saddle: Fabric Scoop Radius Race, Ti rails
Stem: Cannondale C1 +5 deg. 100mm
Bars: Cannondale C2 Compact, 42cm
Seatpost: Cannondale C1 alloy
Computer: Garmin Edge 520
Computer mount: Garmin outfront mount
Tools: You’re a tool (but they’re held in the Outvi Possm – prolly best not to mention the multiple yard sales on the Cherokee Park ride)
