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CannondaleSuperSlice LAB71

Time trial20263rd generation (Gen 3) ↗Disc brakesUCI legal

The third-generation SuperSlice is Cannondale's time-trial bike, developed with the riders of EF Pro Cycling and sold as a LAB71 frameset. It pairs deeper tube shapes and a wedge-shaped Delta steerer with a one-piece SystemBar TT carbon base bar and Vision mono-riser extensions, and Cannondale claims 10 W less drag at 50 km/h than the previous SuperSlice. It is UCI approved, takes electronic groupsets only and has a threaded BSA bottom bracket and UDH; for triathlon Cannondale points to Vision's Metron front and Trimax rear hydration accessories rather than integrated storage.

Cannondale SuperSlice LAB71 frameset in Raw, drive side
© Cycling Sports Group, Inc.
From
€6,999$6,999€6,999
Builds
1
Sizes
4
Frame weight
1,122 g2.47 lb

Design sketch, generated from the manufacturer's photo

Our verdict

No overall score: there's no complete-bike price to rate

A UCI-approved time-trial frameset in Cannondale's top LAB71 carbon, with a wide-adjusting Vision cockpit, threaded BSA bottom bracket and UDH. Triathletes have to add hydration and storage themselves, it is electronic-only and sold only as a frameset, and the Delta steerer and base bar are Cannondale-specific.

Scored Oct 2026

  • + Premium frame
  • + Aero-first design
  • + Wide fit adjustment

AI-drafted from the specs on this page and reviewed before publishing. Scores are relative to every bike in the catalog when they were given, so they drop as newer bikes and parts raise the bar.

Aero
88/100

Aero claims and front-end integration

Frame
92/100

Carbon grade, weight and warranty

Hydration & storage
50/100

Not counted in the overall score for time-trial bikes: UCI rules limit integrated hydration and storage. Hydration and storage in the frame

Fit
80/100

Sizes and adjustment range

Practicality
70/100

Travel, standard parts, servicing

How each category is scored

Bike duel

Frame & platform

What each race allows

Frame & fork

Frame material
Carbon (LAB71, Ultralight Series 0)
Fork material
Carbon (LAB71, Ultralight Series 0), integrated crown race, 1-1/8" Delta steerer
Frame weight
1,122 g2.47 lb
Fork weight
610 g21.5 oz
Frameset weight
2,026 g4.47 lb
Weight measured on
Size M, Cannondale claims reported by BikeRadar: frame 1,122 g, fork 610 g, seatpost 267 g and base bar 321 g (2,026 g total)
Frame sizes
XS, S, M, L
Colours
Raw
UCI frame approval
Approved 10 Jun 2025 as 'SUPERSLICE 3' (frame and fork), category ALL, sizes XS-L (4), code CANN-SSLICE (UCI list version 2026.10.02)

Compatibility & standards

Brake type
Flat-mount disc
Wheel size
700c
Max tire width
30 mm
Bottom bracket standard
BSA 68mm threaded
Front axle
12x100 thru-axle
Rear axle
12x142 thru-axle
Drivetrain compatibility
Electronic groupsets only; UDH rear dropout; up to a 64T 1x ring or 60/46 2x chainrings (per BikeRadar)
Mechanical shifting possible
No
1x compatible
Yes
Max chainring
64T
Cable routing
Internal, through the wedge-shaped Delta steerer

Hydration & storage

Hydration details
No integrated reservoir; Cannondale says the Vision bar works with Vision's Metron front and Trimax rear hydration systems for triathlon use.

Fit & adjustability

Aerobar system
Cannondale SystemBar TT one-piece carbon base bar (380 mm) with Vision single-pole mono-link TFA EVO riser and JS-bend carbon extensions; compatible with Metron TFE extensions
Pad stack adjustment range
100 mm of pad stack range in 5 mm steps (pad stack 545-645 mm on XS to 624-724 mm on L)
Pad reach adjustment range
119 mm of pad reach range in 7.5 mm steps (pad reach 348-467 mm on XS to 391-510 mm on L)
Extension options
Vision JS-bend carbon extensions; Metron TFE extensions also fit; 100 and 120 mm reach adjustment options and 0-30 degree extension angle (per BikeRadar)
Seatpost type
SuperSlice Gen 3 carbon aero seatpost, 350 mm, wide-range rail clamp
Saddle position range
45 mm of fore-aft adjustment at the seatpost clamp
Effective seat angle range
74-77 degrees

Aerodynamics

Manufacturer aero claims
Cannondale claims the frameset and cockpit save 10 W at 50 km/h over the previous SuperSlice, a 14% drag reduction, worth about 25 s over a 40 km time trial at 50 km/h
Testing method
Wind-tunnel testing, developed with EF Pro Cycling

Travel, maintenance & warranty

Headset bearings
Integrated, 1-1/8" (Delta steerer)
Derailleur hanger
UDH (SRAM Universal Derailleur Hanger)
Proprietary parts
Delta steerer fork, SystemBar TT base bar and SuperSlice Gen 3 seatpost
Frame warranty
Limited lifetime warranty on the frame; one year on Cannondale components
Sold via
Cannondale online store (delivered to an authorized retailer for assembly and pickup) and Cannondale dealers

Photos

Cannondale SuperSlice LAB71 frameset in Raw, drive side
© Cycling Sports Group, Inc.
Cannondale SuperSlice LAB71 frameset, three-quarter view
© Cycling Sports Group, Inc.

Design sketches

Design sketch of the Cannondale SuperSlice LAB71, side view
Side view · Design sketch, generated from the manufacturer's photo
Design sketch of the Cannondale SuperSlice LAB71, three-quarter view
Three-quarter view · Design sketch, generated from the manufacturer's photo
Design sketch of the Cannondale SuperSlice LAB71, front view
Front view · Design sketch, generated from the manufacturer's photo

Builds & components

Highlighted rows differ between builds. Green marks the best value.

Cannondale SuperSlice LAB71 builds
SuperSlice LAB71 Frameset
Overview
Price (MSRP)€6,999$6,999€6,999
Weight2.03 kg4.5 lb
Weight measured on sizeM
TypeFrameset
NotesIncludes frame, fork, integrated headset, SystemBar TT base bar with Vision riser and extensions, and seatpost. Weight is the frame, fork, seatpost and base bar total reported by BikeRadar. EUR price from Cannondale Germany. Cannondale UK lists the frameset at £6,000 (BikeRadar's launch report gave £6,995), so no GBP MSRP is recorded.
Cockpit
Aerobar systemCannondale SystemBar TT
Integrated with frameYes
MaterialCarbon
BasebarCannondale SystemBar TT Carbon Base Bar
Basebar width380 mm
MaterialCarbon
ExtensionsVision JS-bend carbon extensions on mono-link TFA EVO riser
ShapeJS bend
MaterialCarbon
HeadsetCannondale Integrated 1-1/8"
Saddle & seatpost
SeatpostCannondale SuperSlice Gen 3 Carbon Seatpost
Saddle position range45 mm fore-aft rail clamp
MaterialCarbon

SuperSlice LAB71 price & value

Where it's cheapest

MSRPs converted at ECB reference rates of 2026-10-05 (1 EUR = 1.1204 USD = 0.8472 GBP). US prices exclude sales tax, so add your state's rate before comparing.

BuildMarketMSRPIn EURvs cheapest
SuperSlice LAB71 FramesetUSA (USD, excl. sales tax)$6,999€6,247cheapest
Europe (EUR, incl. VAT)€6,999€6,999+12%

Building up the SuperSlice LAB71 Frameset

Included: Aerobar system, Basebar, Extensions, Headset, Seatpost.

Still to buy: Groupset, Crankset, Cassette, Chain, Brake calipers, Wheelset, Tires, Saddle, Pedals.

Ownership checklist

3 of 4 known checks pass, 3 not published by Cannondale. Why these checks

  • ✓

    Threaded bottom bracket

    BSA 68mm threaded

  • ✓

    UDH derailleur hanger

    UDH (SRAM Universal Derailleur Hanger)

  • ✓

    Standard 12×142 mm rear axle

    12x142 thru-axle

  • ✕

    Works with mechanical shifting

  • ?

    Fits third-party aerobars

    Cannondale SystemBar TT one-piece carbon base bar (380 mm) with Vision single-pole mono-link TFA EVO riser and JS-bend carbon extensions; compatible with Metron TFE extensions

  • ?

    Rear disc wheel compatible

  • ?

    Fit kept when packed

SuperSlice LAB71 geometry

Cannondale SuperSlice LAB71 geometry
XSSML
Stack461 mm18.1″487 mm19.2″514 mm20.2″540 mm21.3″
Reach388 mm15.3″402 mm15.8″417 mm16.4″431 mm17″
Pad stack min545 mm21.5″571 mm22.5″598 mm23.5″624 mm24.6″
Pad stack max645 mm25.4″671 mm26.4″698 mm27.5″724 mm28.5″
Pad reach min348 mm13.7″362 mm14.3″377 mm14.8″391 mm15.4″
Pad reach max467 mm18.4″481 mm18.9″496 mm19.5″510 mm20.1″
Seat angle min74°74°74°74°
Seat angle max77°77°77°77°
Head tube angle71.5°71.5°71.5°71.5°
Head tube length50 mm2″77 mm3″106 mm4.2″133 mm5.2″
Effective top tube478 mm18.8″497 mm19.6″517 mm20.4″536 mm21.1″
Seat tube length440 mm17.3″490 mm19.3″551 mm21.7″585 mm23″
Chainstay415 mm16.3″415 mm16.3″415 mm16.3″415 mm16.3″
Wheelbase979 mm38.5″1,002 mm39.4″1,026 mm40.4″1,049 mm41.3″
BB drop73 mm2.9″73 mm2.9″73 mm2.9″73 mm2.9″
BB height270 mm10.6″270 mm10.6″270 mm10.6″270 mm10.6″
Fork offset50 mm2″50 mm2″50 mm2″50 mm2″
Trail62 mm2.4″62 mm2.4″62 mm2.4″62 mm2.4″
Front centre575 mm22.6″598 mm23.5″622 mm24.5″644 mm25.4″
Standover735 mm28.9″772 mm30.4″816 mm32.1″846 mm33.3″
Wheel size700c700c700c700c
Basebar width380 mm15″380 mm15″380 mm15″380 mm15″

Side view & pad range

Your positionYour position (optional)

Drawn to scale (how to read it).

Cannondale SuperSlice LAB71 · S

How the geometry rides

The SuperSlice LAB71 in size S against the middle size of 16 other bikes: tendencies from geometry, not a ride review (how to read this).

  • Wheelbase1,002 mm39.4″

    shortestlonger than 69% of 16 bikeslongest

  • Chainstay415 mm16.3″

    shortestlonger than 88% of 20 bikeslongest

    Long chainstays: adds stability and room for a rear wheel with wide tyres.

Compare on the stack & reach chart

Good to know

  • Fit

    The geometry chart lists a 74-77 degree seat angle range for every size, using the seatpost clamp's 45 mm of fore-aft travel.

    Source

  • Compatibility

    Cannondale's product page lists tyre clearance for a measured width of up to 30 mm with at least 4 mm of room each side, while its marketing copy and BikeRadar mention 32 mm tyres; the 30 mm figure is used here.

    Source

  • Compatibility

    The frame only accepts electronic groupsets and uses a UDH rear dropout; BikeRadar gives the chainring limits as 64T for 1x and 60/46 for 2x.

    Source

  • Racing

    The SuperSlice 3 frame and fork were added to the UCI's list of approved framesets on 10 June 2025 in sizes XS to L.

    Source

  • History

    The third-generation SuperSlice was launched in February 2026 as a frameset only. Cannondale moved from Hi-Mod to its top LAB71 carbon; BikeRadar reports the frame is about 60 g heavier than before because of deeper tube sections, with overall frameset weight similar.

    Source

SuperSlice LAB71 FAQ

Is the Cannondale SuperSlice LAB71 UCI legal?+

Yes. The Cannondale SuperSlice LAB71 is UCI legal, so it can be raced in draft-illegal triathlon as well as UCI time trials.

How much does the Cannondale SuperSlice LAB71 cost?+

Manufacturer prices (MSRP): €6,999 / $6,999 across 1 listed build: SuperSlice LAB71 Frameset.

How much does the Cannondale SuperSlice LAB71 weigh?+

The lightest complete build listed (SuperSlice LAB71 Frameset) weighs 2.03 kg (4.5 lb) in size M. The frame weighs 1,122 g (2.47 lb) (Size M, Cannondale claims reported by BikeRadar: frame 1,122 g, fork 610 g, seatpost 267 g and base bar 321 g (2,026 g total)). The frameset weighs 2,026 g (4.47 lb).

What sizes does the Cannondale SuperSlice LAB71 come in?+

4 sizes: XS, S, M and L.

What pad stack and pad reach can the Cannondale SuperSlice LAB71 reach?+

Across all sizes, pad stack ranges from 545 mm (21.5″) to 724 mm (28.5″), and pad reach from 348 mm (13.7″) to 510 mm (20.1″). Use the fit finder to check which size covers your position.

What seat angle does the Cannondale SuperSlice LAB71 have?+

The effective seat tube angle can be set between 74° and 77°. 74-77 degrees.

Does the Cannondale SuperSlice LAB71 have integrated hydration?+

The Cannondale SuperSlice LAB71 has no integrated hydration system. No integrated reservoir; Cannondale says the Vision bar works with Vision's Metron front and Trimax rear hydration systems for triathlon use.

What is the tire clearance of the Cannondale SuperSlice LAB71?+

Up to 30 mm tires on 700c wheels.

Which groupsets are compatible with the Cannondale SuperSlice LAB71?+

Drivetrain compatibility: Electronic groupsets only; UDH rear dropout; up to a 64T 1x ring or 60/46 2x chainrings (per BikeRadar). Mechanical groupsets are not supported. 1x drivetrains are supported. The largest chainring that fits is 64T. Bottom bracket: BSA 68mm threaded.

What warranty does the Cannondale SuperSlice LAB71 frame have?+

Limited lifetime warranty on the frame; one year on Cannondale components

Is the Cannondale SuperSlice LAB71 aerodynamic?+

Cannondale claims the frameset and cockpit save 10 W at 50 km/h over the previous SuperSlice, a 14% drag reduction, worth about 25 s over a 40 km time trial at 50 km/h (Wind-tunnel testing, developed with EF Pro Cycling)

Sources

Cannondale SuperSlice LAB71 data last updated · How the data is checked ·