2021 Cannondale CAADX 1 Road bike In Mercury is Cannondale's entry-level cyclocross bike. This performance cyclocross bike comes from a title-winning bloodline: Although designed as a cyclocross racer, it also makes a fast & fun gravel bike, winter trainer, versatile commuter & more. The frame on the Cannondale CAADX uses the Smart Form C2 Alloy Construction & tube shapes from Cannondale's super-light race bikes to keep it light & easy to shoulder. Cannondale's SAVE micro-suspension helps to smooth out the bumps by introducing flex points into the frame without the need for any moving parts. The geometry & handling on the CAADX is designed for fast handling, endurance & traction. Cannondale has used the same Out Front Steering Geometry as on their mountain bike range to make the frontend feel stable & agile perfect for technical cyclocross courses or potholed streets. Quick handling & agility are maintained thanks to short chainstays everywhere else. Big tyre clearance means you can run up to 37 mm Tyres to combat even the roughest gravel roads. As the CAADX is likely to end up being used for commuting duties Cannondale has fitted subtle rack mounts; a removable seat stay mudguard mount & hidden fork mudguard mounts to make it usable as an everyday run around. This bike is perfect for The CAADX 2 is such a versatile bike it's hard to narrow down who it best suits. It works great as a first cyclocross race bike, a gravel explorer, commuter or light tourer out in the elements. This could be the definition of a 'do it all bike'. Key Features Light, durable Smart Form C2 Alloy Frame w/ full carbon fork Shimano GRX 400 10-speed shifting / FSA crank 46/30 Shimano GRX 400 hydraulic disc brakes Rack & mudguard mounts so you can use it as a commuter