{"id":2529,"date":"2026-02-17T15:46:23","date_gmt":"2026-02-17T14:46:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cyclingreview.nl\/?p=2529"},"modified":"2026-02-17T15:46:23","modified_gmt":"2026-02-17T14:46:23","slug":"cannondale-superslice-lab71-review-time-trial-2025","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cyclingreview.nl\/en\/cannondale-superslice-lab71-review-time-trial-2025\/","title":{"rendered":"Cannondale SuperSlice Lab71: third-generation TT platform with BSA, UDH and 32 mm tyre clearance"},"content":{"rendered":"

Cannondale<\/strong> introduces the third generation SuperSlice<\/strong>, a completely redesigned time trial and triathlon platform appearing exclusively under the Lab71<\/strong>-label. The bike was developed in collaboration with EF Pro Cycling<\/strong> and, unlike its scarce predecessor, is available worldwide as a frameset.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The main shifts are not just in aerodynamics, but in the standards under the \u2018bonnet\u2019: a BSA 68 mm threaded bottom bracket<\/strong>, Universal Derailleur Hanger (UDH)<\/strong> and space for tyres up to 32 mm<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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10 watts at 50 km\/h<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Cannondale<\/strong> says that a saving of 10 watts at 50 km\/h has been achieved compared to the second generation, representing 14% less drag of the overall system. That gain, according to the manufacturer, comes from deeper tube profiles and a tighter integrated front end, developed through CFD simulations and wind tunnel validation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The frame is made up of Series 0 carbon<\/strong>, the highest layer in Cannondale's carbon hierarchy. Despite the deeper, more material-intensive shapes, frame weight remains limited to 1,122 grams<\/strong> (size M). The total frameset weight, including fork, seatpost and basebar, comes out to 2,026 grams<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

BSA and UDH: less hassle in maintenance<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The frame uses a BSA 68 mm threaded bottom bracket<\/strong> instead of PressFit. The UDH<\/strong>-dropout makes the platform compatible with the latest powertrains, including SRAM Red AXS XPLR<\/strong>. Please note that the frame only supports electronic switching, both 1x (max 64T) and 2x (max 60\/46T).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cockpit and fit<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The integrated SystemBar TT<\/strong> basebar, developed with Vision\/FSA<\/strong>, offers 100 mm stack and 120 mm reach adjustment. The seatpost has 45 mm of fore-aft movement, allowing the effective seat tube angle to range from 74 to 77 degrees, suitable for both UCI positions and steeper triathlon setups. Hydration systems from Vision<\/strong> (Metron and Trimax) are compatible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Price and availability<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The SuperSlice Lab71<\/strong> is available in four sizes (XS, S, M, L) as a frameset, including frame, fork, basebar and seatpost.<\/p>\n\n\n\n