Cannondale's New SuperSlice: A Revolutionary Time Trial Bike
Are you ready to revolutionize your time trial game? Cannondale has just unveiled its brand new SuperSlice time trial bike, and it's a game-changer. With a 68t chainring, this bike is not for the faint-hearted. But is it worth the risk?
The SuperSlice is a masterpiece of engineering, designed to push the boundaries of speed. Cannondale claims it's the fastest bike they've ever made, offering a 10-watt saving at 50kph compared to its predecessor. This is a huge deal for professional riders who are always on the lookout for every watt they can find.
The bike has undergone a major overhaul, with a brand new frame and fork. The result of 'hundreds of hours' of CFD analysis and wind tunnel work, according to Cannondale. The front fork is deeper than ever, designed to reduce drag and increase speed. This change alone has resulted in a claimed frameset drag reduction of 14%, saving 10 watts for an extra 60 grams added to the frame.
But the controversy lies in the compatibility of the 68t chainring. Cannondale specifies that frame damage from oversize chainrings will not be covered under warranty. The frame is officially compatible with a max 64-tooth SRAM Red aero chainring, and the brand recommends 3.7mm of clearance between chainrings and any part of the frame. This is a bold statement, and one that could spark debate among riders.
The SuperSlice is available in four sizes, with frameset prices starting at £6,995 / $6,999. We don't currently have pricing for complete bike builds, but we can expect them to be available soon. With its new features and design, the SuperSlice is a bike that could change the game for time trial riders.
What do you think about the new SuperSlice? Are you willing to take the risk with a 68t chainring? Let us know in the comments below, and don't forget to share your thoughts on this controversial new bike.
