Cannondale SuperSix EVO Carbon Disc Force eTap AXS

The name might be a bit of a mouthful, but the SuperSix EVO Carbon Disc Force eTap AXS is a bike well worth getting to know. A bike that's light enough to climb like a dream, but also handles brilliantly well on the descents, with well-balanced, pin-sharp handling.

This Force eTap AXS build brings 2x12 gearing for minimal gaps between gears and wireless electronic shifting to minimise wires and keep things neat and precise. The "Cashmere" colour scheme is one of the most appealing of Cannondale's 2020 options, and the name nicely reflects the surprisingly plush ride of this remarkably aero bike.

The focus here is on light weight, but that doesn't mean Cannondale haven't been paying attention to aero benefits. New 'truncated airfoil' tube shapes help to reduce drag without adding excess bulk. The 35mm deep carbon rims match this intent perfectly - just deep enough to give some aero benefit, but light enough to enjoy the climbs.

photos by Bence Bujaki