Changing The Shape Of C ycling

2006

Here it is, plain and simple: You simply cannot buy a better high-performance bicycle! Seriously.
Litespeed has been pushing the very limits of high-end frame building since its rst titanium bike was introduced in 1986. By constantly testing and rening our geometries, and pushing the boundary of manufacturing technology, we are continually setting the standards for other bike companies to try and match. This year we have raised the bar into the stratosphere and changed the very shape of high performance cycling. With our Proprietary Forming Technology, we are able manipulate the structural dynamics of our tubing and build frames with the greatest stiffness-to-weight ratio in the world. Litespeeds legacy of research and development has generated a strong record of racing victories that is unsurpassed in the annals of cycling history. If you are passionate about performance, then you have come to the right place. We build serious bikes for serious riders.

Russell Fonzy Downing - 2005 Tour of Britain :: recycling.co.uk/mgxpower/litespeed winning Henry Iddon

Table of Contents Litespeed Technology ................ (star t her e) Material Performance .............................. 4 Tube Shaping Technology .............................. 6 R oad B ikes .............................. 8 Tri B ikes ............................ 28 Mount ain Bikes ............................ 34 Cust om Program ............................ 46 Componentry ............................ 48 Geometry ............................ 50
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TENSILE STRENGTH :: measures the force required to pull a material apart. In frame design, more tensile strength means that less material is needed, thereby saving weight.

FATIGUE STRENGTH :: measures how far and how many times a material can be exed before it breaks. Certain materials such as steel and titanium can be tooled to withstand an innite number of exes without failure.

YIELD STRENGTH :: measures how much force it takes to permanently bend a material. As with tensile and fatigue strength, more is better. The very high strength levels of titanium again allow less material to be used, which saves weight.

ELONGATION :: refers to the percentage a material will stretch before tearing or cracking. Ideally, you want a material that will give slightly before failure, thus providing a safety factor.

CORROSION RESISTANCE :: Titanium is virtually impervious to heat, cold, fresh water, salt water, sweat, ultraviolet light, infrared light, and petroleum based chemicals. This means low, low, low maintenance for the bicycle frame. DENSITY :: The most important analysis of density for cycling applications is the materials density relative to its strength and durability. Simply stated, density is the weight of a material for a given volume such as pounds per cubic inch or grams per cubic centimeter. Titanium actually weighs the most of the 3 primary frame materials in this evaluation, at .160 lb/ sq.in., with Aluminum at .098 lb/sq.in., and Carbon-ber at .065 lb/sq.in. TOUGHNESS :: refers to how much a material can deform or be damaged before failure. The near mythical toughness-to-weight of titanium is why it is so often used in military armor. On the other hand, aluminum is an extremely tough raw material, but manufacturing lowers the fatigue strength dramatically. Carbon ber has virtually no resiliency once it is dented or over-exed, so catastrophic failure can result from what might seem to be minor damage. Careful consideration of each of these factors is critical when designing a highperformance bike frame, because the TRUE performance is the result of how ALL these factors work together.

Top tube ........... 35% Seat tube ......... 24% Down tube ........ 16% Chainstays ....... 7% Seatstays ........ 6% Other .............. 12% SPRINTING/CLIMBING Down tube ........ 55% Seat tube ......... 16% Top tube ........... 10% Chainstays ....... 7% Seatstays ........ 3% Other .............. 9% HARD BRAKING Down tube ........ 58% Top tube ........... 26% Seat tube ......... 5% Chainstays ....... 4% Seatstays ........ 1% Other .............. 6% VERTICAL IMPACT Seatstays ........ 32% Top tube ........... 29% Down tube ........ 18% Seat tube ......... 9% Chainstays ....... 7% Other .............. 5% .034

6|4 cold-worked ti

3|2.5 cold-worked ti

6|4 cold-worked ti

175,000 psi

87,500 psi

The minute you clip in and start off, you subject your bike frame to remarkable stresses. Even cruising creates strong exion, torsion, compression and tension forces on your frame. The type and intensity of force is different at every point on the frame. Our research into frame stress analysis (see Fig. 1) has given us tremendous insight into where these forces are concentrated and how they are applied. This data is an aphrodisiac to our engineers who dream of new ways to counter these stresses. Using the data we compile throughout the critical testing process, they are continually exploring the ways that different tubing cross sections can counter the individual forces involved in riding (see Fig. 2). The more effectively they do their magic, the higher performance they can squeeze out of the tubing thus increasing the strengthto-weight ratio, thus reducing the amount of material needed to maintain the existing standards. Recently, we have developed innovative Proprietary Forming Technology (P.F.T.) that has allowed our geeks to really get out there and achieve performance results that were never before possible on a production frame. The introduction of Geometrically Enhanced Tubing (or G.E.T.) a few years ago greatly improved our ability to do more with less. Now, we have taken that technology and pushed it way out of the existing envelope. Wed love to tell you how we do it, but wed have to kill you.
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FIG. 1: FRAME STRESS ANALYSIS OF DIFFERENT RIDING APPLICATIONS

ULTIMATE TENSILE STRENGTH (in pounds/sq. in.)

150,000 psi

3|2.5 cold-worked ti

YIELD TENSILE STRENGTH (in pounds/sq. in.)

carbon composite

115,000 psi

carbon composite

FATIGUE STRENGTH (in pounds/sq. in.)

115,000 psi

57,500 psi

160,000 140,000 120,000 100,000 80,000 60,000 40,000 20,000

80,000 70,000 60,000 50,000

160,000 140,000 120,000 100,000 80,000 60,000 40,000 20,000

3|2.5 cold-worked ti

11%

3|2.5 cold-worked ti

180,000

90,000

180,000

66,000 psi

6|4 cold-worked ti

155,000 psi

ELONGATION (in percentage of stretch. in.)

9%

(varies based on direction of fiber and resin)

carbon composite

100,000 psi

6|4 cold-worked ti

6061-T6 aluminum

8%

9%

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6061-T6 aluminum

30,000 20,000 10,000

6061-T6 aluminum

14,00 psi

40,000 psi

40,000

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6061-T6 aluminum

45,000 psi

5%

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FIG. 2: VECTORS OF FORCE APPLICATION DURING PEDAL CYCLE

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You might be surprised just how much stress a frame is subjected to under normal riding conditions let alone the extremes of sprinting and climbing.
Just be content to marvel at the results of our development. We proudly present the P.F.T. super tubesets in select models of the 2006 Litespeed lineup.

PERFORMANCE COMPARISON

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Lets review. Say it with me - Titanium is the finest high-performance bike frame material in the world. So, how do we improve on the best? Shape it, baby!
We are constantly testing and refining the art and engineering of high-performance frame building. A few years ago, we pioneered the use of Geometrically Enhanced Tubing (G.E.T.) technology to improve the basic performance of our tubing. Never content to simply go with the flow, we kept the research lights burning and developed new methods of shaping the tubes to get the maximum performance out of each one. A bike frame constantly undergoes some rather extreme twisting forces even when you are just climbing a hill. By shaping the tubing in different directions, we are able to counter and offset the frame stresses during even aping the most extreme riding conditions. By constantly evaluating the stress loads imposed on a bike frame during mposed the most extreme cycling situations, our engineer/geeks have arrived at shapes that counter these stresses. And as a bonus, this shaping means we dont need as much material to do the job hence, WEIGHT SAVINGS! Our new Proprietary Forming Technology allows for weight savings and performance characteristics on a scale that has never before been possible. FLATTENED OVAL - [ P.F.T. ] This particular tube is used as the seat tube on the Ghisallo, Vortex, and Ultimate. With the super broad base, this shape delivers incredible increase in lateral stiffness to the bottom bracket junction. TEARDROP - [ G.E.T. ] The performance characteristics of this tube shape makes it ideally suited to the seatstays. Besides the obvious aero properties, a gracefull sweep along the length of the tube adds supple vertical compliance for a smoother ride.

FLARED DIAMOND - [ P.F.T. ] The strong ridges increase torsional resistance and longitudinal ex resistance. The ared end increases latitudinal ex resistance, primarily where it intersects either the head tube or seat tube.

BLADED - [ G.E.T. ] Bet you can guess what the main advantage to this shape is...thats right - aerodynamics. Its narrow prole presents less frontal surface to the wind and thereby reduces drag. As a downtube, it also provides incredible vertical stiffness.

FLATTENED DIAMOND - [ G.E.T. ] The application of this tube shape with its wider prole actually serves to increase the force resistance of the tube it is attached to. We also morph the direction of the greater dimension from horizontal to vertical where the needs are different at the other end of the tube.

SHAPE TECHNOLOGY NOLOGY

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No other tube in the world can give you the same performance characteristics - it is truly revolutionary.

ENHANCED DIAMOND - [ P.F.T. ] As the top tube, this shape provides greater torsional resistance than conventional round tubes. With distinct peaks at the compass points, it gives both lateral and vertical stiffness increases over round tubes.

ORBITAL - [ G.E.T. ] Although this shape only slightly is differs from a conventional round onal tube, it increases the stiffness ffness along the long axis. Meaning we can use less material (less weight) and maintain conventional structural integrity.

CAPSULE - [ G.E.T. ] The shaping technology used in the chainstays could take up an entire physics lesson in itself. Our research has shown that the structural dynamics of the chain itself plays into unequal lateral forces being applied during a pedal cycle. Therefore we can maximize applied force by assymetricall assymetrically proling the chainstays.

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Chris Newton, winning the 2005 Colne Grand Prix :: recycling.co.uk/litespeed

Henry Iddon

How much does a dream weigh?

When you rst pick up the 2006 Litespeed Ghisallo youll think, Thats not possible! Yet, here it is - handcrafted from titanium alloy and engineered to be the lightest production race bike in the universe. Every frame is individually weight certied. This is not a bike for mere mortals. Indeed, you might not be ready for this much performance.
Rob sharman - Tour of Britain :: 2005 recycling.co.uk/mgxpower/litespeed

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Imagine every bit of your pedal stroke producing neck-snapping acceleration. The only thing that will slow your climb is the strength of your legs. Imagine being able to cut cleanly through trafc just by shifting your weight. The bike becomes merely a tool to transfer your energy into victory. Do you really think youre ready for this much performance? Youre dreaming about it right now, arent you? PFT shaping technology, developed by Litespeed, allows us to build in more capability while using less material. But, this is carefully manipulated and tuned titanium so it will stand up to whatever you throw at it. Sound like a dream? Pinch yourself, its real.

MODEL: 2006 Litespeed Ghisallo PERFORMANCE CLASSIFICATION: Superlight Climber FRAMESET TECH: P.F.T. GEOMETRY: Compact Road FRAME MATERIAL: Blended 6/4-3/2.5 Titanium AVERAGE WEIGHT: 770g. for M frame (certied) A SIZES: S, M, ML, L, XL, Custom to t FINISH: Bright Brushed or Custom Paint 1 The top tube is an enhanced diamond oval with ridge stiffeners that counter the side-to-side ex and torsion of even the most aggressive climb. 2 Monster down tube is biaxially shaped to maximize force resistance at both ends while providing a superstrong backbone. 3 Custom derailleur hanger mates perfectly with the ultra broad-based seat tube. 4 The straight seatstays increase ride stiffness and handling characteristics. 5 Asymmetrical chainstays are engineered to give maximum strength and power transfer during extreme acceleration. 6 The miniscule and superlight dropouts are machined from billet titanium and feature a replaceable rear derailleur hanger for easy maintenance.

The crisp power transfer of the superlight Ghisallo is enhanced by the smartly engineered intersection at the bottom bracket. The massive down tube is vertically ovalized at the head tube to give incredible strength at that joint. Both the down tube and seat tube atten at the bb to provide amazing stiffness through the power zones of your pedal stroke. Note the sharp ridgelines on the sides of these tubes. This serves to counter the extreme torsion and bending forces that occur during climbing and sprinting.

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Henry Iddon

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Wilbur and Orville Wright must have had similar difculties relating their yer to other means of transportation. Sure, the bicycle has been around for nearly 200 years, but there has never been a bicycle like the 2006 Litespeed Vortex. When we nally unveiled our new P.F.T. shaping technology, our chief engineer nearly fainted with excitement. With a whole new envelope to push, he and his staff really cut loose. What they created is a bike that all future bikes will be measured against. The main triangle utilizes shaping technology that channels the forces

Its hard to explain something that has never been seen

Check out this tubeset. We are proud to introduce this radical ared-diamond tube that will revolutionize the high performance cycling experience. This ultrarigid tube shape starts with a straight diamond and then airs dramatically to produce unprecedented strength and stability. Because of this technology, we are able to produce more stiffness with less material, thereby saving weight. Both top tube and down tube take advantage of this warhammer shape to reduce felt torque in the head tube and bottom bracket shell. What does this mean to you. It means an incredible ride that can only be understood in the saddle.

...before now.
of your pedal stroke into pure acceleration. Each tube is shaped and hand tted into the frame to maximize power transfer and frame stiffness. Clip onto the Vortex and leave the rest of your competition twisting in the breeze.

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MODEL: 2006 Litespeed Vortex PERFORMANCE CLASSIFICATION: Superlight Stage Racer FRAMESET TECH: P.F.T. P GEOMETRY: Traditional Road FRAME MATERIAL: 6Al/4V Titanium Alloy A AVERAGE WEIGHT: 1140g./2.51 lbs. for 55cm frame SIZES: 49, 51, 53, 55, 57, 59, 61, Custom to t FINISH: Bright Brushed or Custom Paint 1 Unique ared-diamond top tube and down tube comprise the backbone of the front triangle and completely redene structural performance. The crisp ridges of the diamond provide superb torsional resistance. 2 Innovative broad-based seat tube makes for a bottom bracket junction that is unbelievably stiff. 3 Sweeping bladed stays work in harmony to create maximum vertical compliance and minimum aerodynamic drag. 4 These chainstays are uniquely designed to channel all the force of your pedal stroke to your wheel with minimal loss to ex. The 2006 Vortex is so revolutionary, all other bikes seem somehow obsolete.

Russell Fonzy Downing, British Champion :: 2005 recycling.co.uk/mgxpower/litespeed

Henry Iddon

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The front end of any bicycle is under a tremendous amount of twisting force being leveraged by the extention of a long fork and wheel. The massive ared-diamond cross-section of the new Vortex top tube offers a much larger surface area to aggressively resist this force and maintain razor sharp tracking even under extreme cornering. This frame is absolutely rigid from front to back!

The Compact is more than just a little brother to the Vortex. Sharing the same monstrously stiff P.F.T. tube shaping tech as the regular Vortex, the Vortex Compact is an aggressive, nimble little beast that will ravage the road while it snacks on the competition. Although new for 2006, the Vortex Compact is already widely regarded as the most desired all-around racer in the world. Bred for the action of traditional European road racing, the compact geometry makes for moment-of-thought response, yet the proprietary flared-diamond top tube provides rock-solid tracking and front end stability.

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Think of it as a tasmanian devil

...with wheels.

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MODEL: 2006 Litespeed Vortex Compact PERFORMANCE CLASSIFICATION: Compact Stage Racer FRAMESET TECH: P.F.T. P GEOMETRY: Compact Road FRAME MATERIAL: 6Al/4V Titanium Alloy A AVERAGE WEIGHT: 1120g./2.47 lbs. for ML frame SIZES: S, M, ML, L, XL, Custom to t FINISH: Bright Brushed or Custom Paint 1 The ultra-rigid, ared-diamond top tube and down tube comprise the backbone of the front triangle. The unbelievable stiffness of this frame in the compact geometry offer precise response in any riding situation. 2 The intersection of the down tube, seat tube and bb is MUCH stiffer thanks to the unique ared-diamond downtube and broad-based seat tube 3. 4 Sweeping stays work in harmony with the inherent properties of titanium to create maximum vertical compliance for a smoother ride. They are also bladed to further cheat the wind. 5 Completely distinct chainstays take every nuance of pedal force and rework it into acceleration.

Luke McKenzie, Pro Triathlete :: Australia Shelli Bankier

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You wouldnt think that we could continue to call this bike the Ultimate year after year, yet since its introduction in 1987, this bike has been the flagship of Litespeed products. This year is no exception. The blended 3Al/2.5V and 6Al/4V titanium tubeset offers the best balance of weight, performance, and price in our lineup. The lateral stiffness from the P.F.T. technology means that every ounce of force you put in your pedal stroke is translated into forward propulsion. The top tube shares the same shape with the Vortex and Vortex Compact to provide exceptional control and precise tracking in any situation. The innovative seat tube shape enhances that bottom bracket stability which again means increased power transfer.

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A truly blended bike, the 2006 Ultimate combines the very best of G.E.T. and P.F.T. tube shaping technology to create a frame that is ultra stiff from side-to-side, yet vertically compliant to give a super smooth all-day ride. Look at the design of the bb intersection. The broad bases of the down and seat tubes reduce the torsional ex of the bottom bracket shell greatly. This creates a dramatic increase in power transfer and acceleration. The beautifully bladed sweeping seatstays slice through the wind with F1 precision and provide sublime ride quality. It truly is the Ultimate performance machine.

Russell Fonzy Downing :: 2005 recycling.co.uk/mgxpower/litespeed

MODEL: 2006 Litespeed Ultimate PERFORMANCE CLASSIFICATION: Sprinter Extraordinaire FRAMESET TECH: P.F.T. P GEOMETRY: Traditional Road FRAME MATERIAL: Blended 6/4-3/2.5 Ti A AVERAGE WEIGHT: 1160g./2.56 lbs. for 55cm frame SIZES: 49, 51, 53, 55, 57, 59, 61,63 , Custom to t FINISH: Bright Brushed or Custom Paint 1 Flared-diamond top tube offers exceptional handling. The top tube expansion at the head tube creates a super-solid front end for precision handling. 2 Ovalized triangle cross-section of the massive down tube redirects front end ex forces into drive power. 3 The unique seat tube accepts all common seatposts and yet transitions to transverse at oval at the base to improve bb stiffness. 4 Sweeping bladed stays work in harmony to create maximum vertical compliance and minimum aerodynamic drag. 5 The super-short chainstays increase direct power transfer and raw acceleration. 6 Billet titanium replaceable rear derailleur hanger for easy maintenance.

Youll understand as soon as you climb on and start pedaling.

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Henry Iddon

Hell, the trophy probably weighs more than this frame.

This bad boy was designed to meet the European bike snobs head on and take their candy. Dont let the feather weight of this bike fool you, it is a rugged machine that is at home on both asphalt and cobblestone. Classic road geometry means stable tracking and long haul comfort, while the 3Al/2.5V ti frame means youll still be able to lift it onto the car after the race. While borrowing much of the technology of its sibling Vortex, the Litespeed Tuscany is nevertheless a unique frame. The subtle differences in tube shapes reflect a different set of performance parameters for which the 2006 Tuscany is setting new standards.

Unidentied Litespeed enthusiast :: Stefan eisend

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MODEL: 2006 Litespeed Tuscany PERFORMANCE CLASSIFICATION: Euro Classic Racer FRAMESET TECH: G.E.T. GEOMETRY: Traditional Road FRAME MATERIAL: 3/2.5 Titanium Alloy A AVERAGE WEIGHT: 1265g./2.79 lbs. for 55cm frame SIZES: 49, 52, 53, 55, 57, 59, 61, Custom to t FINISH: Bright Brushed or Custom Paint 1 Expanded-diamond shape of top tube increases front-end stability. 2 The similarly shaped, oversized down tube morphs from head tube to bottom bracket and redirects front end ex forces into drive power. 3 The oversized seat tube adds to bb stiffness. 4 Sweeping bladed stays work in harmony to create maximum vertical compliance and minimum aerodynamic drag. The 2006 Tuscany utilizes much of the same technology and geometry as the radical Vortex.

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Taking its cues from the ultra-aggressive Vortex Compact, the 2006 Siena sports a racing geometry that is agile and responsive. But wait, theres more! The Siena features many tube shapes and technologies from other high end models as well. Top tube shape from Ghisallo, down tube shape from Ultimate, seatstays from Vortex all hand-crafted from 3Al/2.5V titanium alloy. This is a juiced-up road rocket that is made for winning. Taking full advantage of the natural properties of titanium, the Siena seems to do the impossible. It is at once rugged, rigid and supple making it a must have for any serious rider.

The 2006 Siena is a wickedly nimble little demon that was made for slicing and dicing through the peloton.
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Unidentied Litespeed enthusiast :: Stefan eisend

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MODEL: 2006 Litespeed Siena PERFORMANCE CLASSIFICATION: Circuit Racer FRAMESET TECH: G.E.T. GEOMETRY: Compact Road FRAME MATERIAL: 3/2.5 Titanium Alloy A AVERAGE WEIGHT: 1215g./2.68 lbs. for M frame SIZES: S, M, ML, L, XL, Custom to t FINISH: Bright Brushed or Custom Paint 1 The top tube is based on structural dynamics of the ultralight Ghisallo and is super-strong. 2 The tube shapes at the head tube junction work together to create a rigid front-end for stable performance and condent tracking. 3 The oversized expanded-diamond down tube is crafted from 3Al/2.5V titanium alloy and is shaped for superior stiffness and handling precision. 4 The oversized seat tube further enhances the overall frame stiffness by locking the bottom bracket in place.

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Okay Okay, its carbon.

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Litespeed has been the leader of high performance cycling technology for two decades. During that time, you have heard us continually talk about how superior titanium is to carbon in the world of frame building. That hasnt changed. What has changed is that we have FINALLY developed a carbon frame that is worthy of our headbadge. The Pavia. Built around race-proven Ghisallo geometry and crafted with very low density carbon fiber and our exclusive resin system, this synthetic road rocket is ready to blast off! The gonzo red paint scheme is just a hint of how hot the Pavia is. Exquisite ride quality and handling are engineered into every intersection from the rocksolid front end to the beautifully sculpted aero stays bringing up the rear. For those of you who cant go a day without using the words carbon fiber, we have heard your pleas and delivered the Pavia.

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MODEL: 2006 Litespeed Pavia GEOMETRY: Compact Road SIZES: S, M, ML, L, XL

PERFORMANCE CLASSIFICATION: One Day Specialist FRAMESET TECH: Monocoque FRAME MATERIAL: Low Density Carbon A AVERAGE WEIGHT: 1170g./2.58 lbs. for M frame FINISH: Screaming Red paint/3K carbon weave

Dont act so suprised.

1 Litespeeds much anticipated entry into the world of all-carbon racing frames begins with proven geometry similar to the Ghisallo. The Pavia frame is crafted in a monocoque design with Low Density Carbon - the nest carbon available and bonded with a unique Litespeed resin. The result is a race-ready high performance machine with superior ride quality and handling characteristics. The beautifully sculpted details are not simply pretty features, they are the culmination of much research and engineering developement. The graceful lines and transitions provide avenues of power transfer that are unsurpassed by any other carbon bike in the world. In other words, My carbon bike can beat up your carbon bike!

The ultra-tight 3K weave (3000 strands per band) of low-density carbon ber bonded with Litespeeds unique formula delivers sublime ride quality and remarkable shock performance. The very molecular structure of this frame is engineered to do one thing channel all your pedal energy into acceleration. Its not just carbon, its Litespeed carbon.

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This bike is podium-ready straight from the crate.

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The 2006 Litespeed Teramo takes its styling cues from the venerable accellerocket, Ghisallo. The aggressive compact geometry allows for remarkably nimble yet precise handling, while the 3Al/2.5V titanium frame materials offers a high-performance race ready bike at an entry-level price. Tube shaping technology plays a key role in the frame stiffness and acceleration characteristics. Our engineers are able to wring more performance with less materials, and it shows. Although the Teramo racing heritage began just a short time ago, the victories are already piling up around Europe and the world. The perfect blend of lightweight ti alloy, engineered tube shapes, and road-devowering geometry makes the Teramo a beautiful choice, even if you arent planning to do the Tour. You could if you wanted to.

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MODEL: 2006 Litespeed Teramo PERFORMANCE CLASSIFICATION: Circuit Racer FRAMESET TECH: G.E.T. GEOMETRY: Compact Road FRAME MATERIAL: 3/2.5 Titanium Alloy A AVERAGE WEIGHT: 1355g./2.98 lbs. for M frame SIZES: S, M, ML, L, XL, Custom to t FINISH: Bright Brushed or Custom Paint 1 The top tube is based on structural dynamics of the ultralight Ghisallo and is super-strong. 2 The tube shapes at the head tube junction work together to create a rigid front-end for stable performance and condent tracking. 3 The oversized expanded-diamond down tube is crafted from 3Al/2.5V titanium alloy and is shaped for superior stiffness and handling precision. 4 The oversized seat tube further enhances the overall frame stiffness by locking the bottom bracket in place. 5 The sweeping seatstays offer improved vibration dampening and overall long-haul comfort. Shimano Dura-Ace derailleurs 6, Real Design Supersphere wheels 7, and Real Design HP Pro Signature carbon fork 8 are race-tuned and ready to go!

Chris Newton :: 2005 recycling.co.uk/mgxpower/litespeed

Henry Iddon

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Firenze goes compact! Born with traditional European road lines, the 2006 Litespeed Firenze has been rened and re-tooled with popular compact geometry that provides quicker response and improved acceleration. The lightweight 3Al/2.5V ti frame begins with tube shapes that are engineered to deliver improved strength and stiffness in critical areas. The tube set is then lovingly hand assembled by the nest welders and nishers in the world. This bike had phenomenal climbing ability thanks in part to the straight chainstays and rock-solid bottom bracket. And, the top tube (which shares the same shape tech as the Ghisallo top tube) offers tremendous front-end stability when you are making those wild descents! Sharing most of the same frame features, both Firenze and its sibling Teramo come right out of the box ready to race, so get one that has the right component package for you and get ready to win. Even if you are just racing your previous ride time.

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Unidentied Litespeed enthusiast :: Stefan eisend

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MODEL: 2006 Litespeed Firenze PERFORMANCE CLASSIFICATION: Circuit racer FRAMESET TECH: G.E.T. GEOMETRY: Compact Road FRAME MATERIAL: 3/2.5 Titanium Alloy A AVERAGE WEIGHT: 1355g./2.98 lbs. for M frame SIZES: S, M, ML, L, XL, Custom to t FINISH: Bright Brushed or Custom Paint 1 The most signicant difference between the Firenze and the Teramo is the componentry, starting with Ultegra derailleurs. 2 FSA RD 88 wheels practially propell T themselves. 3 Real Design HP Pro signature carbon fork provides steady tracking and high aero performance. 4 The 3-sided top G.E.T. top tube locks up the front-end for increased handling precision. 5 Aggressive front triangle is completed with an oversized diamond shaped 3Al/2.5V down tube and 6 biaxially ovalized seat tube.

FIRENZE may be Italian for Florence, but its English for Catch me if you can!

Bella means Beautiful,

and thats the only way to describe this machine. Crafted from 3Al/2.5V ti alloy, the Bella is everything that a Litespeed should be aggressive, graceful, responsive beautiful. Yet the Bella is made specifically for women with a geometry designed to accommodate the longer legs and the shorter reach of the female body. Tricked out with added female-specific components, you will appreciate the way the Bella performs. Dont simply settle for a mans bike that just happens to be small enough for you to ride. Youre not built like a man, so why should you ride a mans bike? You deserve a bike that caters to those differences. The Bella gives uncompromising performance in an uncompromising world.

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Never underestimate.
Unidentied Litespeed enthusiast :: Stefan eisend

Theres something very cool about kicking ass, right girls?

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MODEL: 2006 Litespeed Bella PERFORMANCE CLASSIFICATION: Giant-Killer FRAMESET TECH: G.E.T. GEOMETRY: Womens Specic FRAME MATERIAL: 3/2.5 Titanium Alloy A AVERAGE WEIGHT: 1305g./2.87 lbs. for M frame SIZES: XS (on 650c wheels), S, M, L, XL , Custom to t FINISH: Irresistable Rose paint 1 Womans specic frame design crafted from 3Al/2.5V titanium is designed for female body proportions. 2 The oversized seat tube adds drivetrain stiffness and precise shifting. 3 Radially swept seatstays provide a sweeter ride without sacricing high performance handling. 4 You can truly blaze on the FSA RD 88 wheels. 5 The Real Design Signature carbon fork is extremely lightweight and color matched to the frame. 6 and 7 Special womens-specic components complete the package of this beautiful road rocket.

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Divide the wind and conquer it.

Before a Blade, the wind is nothing. This two-wheeled scimitar is made to slice through air so effectively that its drag is barely noticable. That would explain why the Litespeed Blade is the most successful time-trial/triathlon bike in history. Everything about this bike is designed for maximum aerodynamic performance. Beginning with the knife-like leading edge of the massive down tube all the way past the rear wheel, there is little for the wind to hold onto. We even added rearentry micro adjustable dropouts that allow the rear wheel to tuck super-close into a cutout in the aero bladed seat tube so to reduce drag by as much as 20%! The 6Al/4V titanium alloy frame is also super tough and durable. So, if you take out the wind and the occasional irresponsible baggage handlers,

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Francois Chabaud :: 2005 IM Hawaii

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MODEL: 2006 Litespeed Blade PERFORMANCE CLASSIFICATION: TT/Triathlon FRAMESET TECH: G.E.T. GEOMETRY: Triathlon FRAME MATERIAL: 6Al/4V Titanium Alloy Al/4V A AVERAGE WEIGHT: 1730g./3.81 lbs. for 55cm frame SIZES: 650c -49, 51 700c - 53, 55, 57, 59, 61, Custom to t FINISH: Bright Brushed or Custom Paint 1 Massive, bladed down tube provides a superstrong knife-edged backbone for superior aero performance. 2 The attened diamond cross section of the top tube provides remarkable stiffness and precision handling characteristics. 3 Internal cable routing is invisible to the wind. 4 Specially engineered wedge-shaped head tube splits the wind to reduce aerodynamic drag. 5 Bladed seat tube and 6 bladed carbon seatpost further reduce both aerodynamic drag and increase torsional stability. 7 Micro adjustable rear-entry dropouts allow you to tuck your drive wheel as close as you dare into 8 wheel cutout in seat tube.

Herbert Krabel

the only thing left is victory.

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The 2006 Litespeed Saber shares many things with the Blade including its ability to cheat the breeze. The oversized down tube and seat tube are bladed so keenly, that you will cross the finish line with little more than a whisper. The geometry of the Saber naturally places you into an aggressive fastforward riding position for full throttle competition. Although designed to do battle, the Saber is built to handle even the most brutal daily training. The 3Al/2.5V titanium tubeset is lightweight, rugged and utterly dependable. From the wind-splitting head tube to the micro adjustable rear dropout, this bike is a weapon that will carry you to victory and leave the wind wondering, What was that?!

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Timo Bracht :: 2005 IM Hawaii John Segasta, Wahomedia

The wind will never even know that you were there.
Attention to detail is one of the hallmarks of Litespeed craftsmanship. Consider this integrated aero seat collar which accepts a bladed carbon seatpost for the pinnacle of aerodynamic performance. This is just one small feature that contributes to the superfast speeds you can attain on the 2006 Litespeed Saber.

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MODEL: 2006 Litespeed Saber PERFORMANCE CLASSIFICATION: Triathlon/Time Trial FRAMESET TECH: G.E.T. GEOMETRY: Tri/TT specic FRAME MATERIAL: 3/2.5 Titanium Alloy A AVERAGE WEIGHT: 1160g./2.56 lbs. for 55cm frame SIZES: 49, 52, 53, 55, 57, 59, 61, Custom to t FINISH: Bright Brushed or Custom Paint 1 Cold-worked aero-shaped 3Al/2.5V GET tri-specic geometry titanium frame is light, strong and fast. 2 Aero bladed 3Al-2.5V down tube lets you slice through the wind. 3 3Al/2.5.V shaped top tube resists torsional forces and adds further to the aerodynamics performance of the frame. 4 Aero titanium seatstays slice through the wind while the sweeping curve offers road softening vertical compliance. 5 Aero carbon seatpost adds another aerodynamic advantage to this bike.

So, you want to be a triathlete...

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The cycling part of the triathlon is the one place where the right gear makes all the difference in your final time. The Litespeed Tachyon is designed to be a super-light and comfortable ride with tremendous durability and sustainable power output. Handmade from rugged 3/2.5 ti, the Tachyon will survive your travels to the worlds top races and then blast you to the top of the leaderboard once you clip on. Borrowing from the its siblings, Blade and Saber, the Tachyon offers superior performance at a price that will still leave you enough for the entry fees. Climb onto a Tachyon and you will appreciate the geometry. Ride it for a while and you will appreciate the Litespeed titanium. Race it and youll be glad its yours.

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Evan Oliphant :: 2005 Tour of Britain Henry Iddon

MODEL: 2006 Litespeed Tachyon PERFORMANCE CLASSIFICATION: Triathlon Specialist FRAMESET TECH: G.E .T. GEOMETRY: Compact Tri FRAME MATERIAL: 3/2.5 Titanium Alloy A AVERAGE WEIGHT: 1160g./2.56 lbs. for 55cm frame SIZES: 49, 52, 53, 55, 57, 59, 61, Custom to t FINISH: Bright Brushed or Custom Paint 1 Exclusive 3Al/2.5V titanium aero tube set proles provide wind-cheating performance and exceptional handling. 2 Aero teardrop shaped down tube offers a great blend of superior aerodynamic performance and rock-solid base for bottom bracket stiffness. 3 The steep seat angle geometry makes for easier transitions to the run. 4 sweeping radial seat stays offer unparalleled long-haul comfort. 5 The laser-straight chainstays increase direct power transfer and raw acceleration.

Litespeed Full-Suspension technology delivers unparalleled comfort and performance in an unbeatable package!
CLR linkage is a moto inspired cam-link design. The key to the system is maintaining a balanced wheel-to-shock travel ratio. Whether tuning for a heavy or light rider, the bike is easily setup to obtain full use of travel with no compromising soft or hard spots within the stroke.

The bike can be setup at either 4 (102mm) or 5 (127mm) of rear travel and is designed so that the geometry is optimized in each mode. In other words: Its not a bike with a compromising gizmo function that creates adjustable travel for the sake of marketing. What weve achieved is a suspension system that delivers smooth compression and rebound travel through the entire stroke of the shock. Most rocker and linkage designs have a variable rate that either increases or decreases within the stroke of travel. Designers are then forced to average the variable leverage ratios and valve the shock accordingly. This explains why some designs perform well in the middle of the stroke and dont allow finite tuning at the top or bottom of the travel. Riders are forced to use air pressure adjustments to make the bike work well at the top of the stroke. In most cases this inevitably makes the bottom of the stroke so stiff, that full travel is never really achieved. In theory, a six-inch travel bike may only have five inches of true usable travel. With the CLR linkage you are assured of a full four or five inches of rear wheel travel. For those grinding hard-packed climbs, the on-the-fly lever is easily accessible, and the 3 positions of ProPedal adjustment maximize pedaling efficiency. Foxs RP3 system has raised the bar in the world of mountain bike suspension performance and comes standard on both the Niota-Ti and Niota-Al. A finely tuned compression ratio within the shock has made both the setup and valve tuning easier. Plus, the rebound valving has been revamped for predictable tracking and no basketball effect. No pedaling energy is wasted with Foxs ProPedal Damping system . The stable pedaling platform delivers the right balance of low-speed compression damping without sacrificing small bump performance and high speed compression control.

Consistently smooth travel is guaranteed by the patented Float RP3 shock featuring a self-adjusting negative spring. This creates a coil-like with an air shock. The Float system automatically keeps the balance between the positive and negative air chambers, thus reducing the super steep spring curve commonly associated with air-sprung shocks. The negative air pressure also works to reduce stiction, providing very predictable bump performance.

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The CLR linkage was designed around the latest and most sophisticated shock technologies from Fox Racing, the stock Float RP3 and the optional DHX Air series. This linkage system generates a smooth, precise wheelpath with no hinge-effect or directional change. This ensures minimal drivetrain interference.

*The optional DHX Air [shown] is not just another air shock. Specically designed to perfectly blend the best attributes of the DHX damper and a lightweight air spring, the new DHX Air provides the most coil-like ride ever offered with air technology. Oil ow is specially routed to allow perfect control and optimal small bump ride and the chassis offers not only light weight, but also the benet of user-serviceable air sleeve. The DHX Air 5.0 also features the position sensitive Boost Valve technology, externally adjustable bottom-out resistance, 15-click adjustable ProPedal, externally adjustable speed sensitive shimmed rebound control, and super ne tuning through air pressure adjustments in the reservoir, which will increase or decrease the entire compression damping range.

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PERFORMANCE TECH

The sealed-cartridge bearing swingarm pivot is rock solid and maintainence-free.

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The Undisputed King Of The Mountain!

The 2006 Niota is available with the optional Fox DHX Air rear shock and the Fox Float X Trail Tune 130mm front fork.

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T This unique moto-inspired swingarm and linkage system of the Niota maintains a balanced wheel-to-shock travel ratio. Whether tuning it for a heavy or light rider, this bike makes full use of the shocks travel without compromizing performance. You wont nd any soft or hard spots in the entire cycle of your pedal stroke!

Its hard to believe that something so light can be so incredibly strong! The Niota-Ti is built for a single purpose to win races over the roughest terrain in the world. Our patented CLR rear suspension, soaks up even the worst washboards and allows you to keep your line while blazing through the single-tracks. Yet, you wont get that spongy feeling that you get accelerating on some other guys fullsuspension bike. The CLR maintains even power delivery throughout the 5 of travel. It climbs with the speed and agility of a mountain goat. Crafted from 6Al/2.5V titanium, the Niota-Ti is the ultimate full-suspension All-Mountain monster.

Chris Brown :: Litespeed Inside Sales - Semi-pro Mountain Biker /Cat 2 Road R acer

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MODEL: 2006 Litespeed Niota Ti PERFORMANCE CLASSIFICATION: All-Mountain FRAMESET TECH: G.E.T. GEOMETRY: Full-Suspension FRAME MATERIAL: Blended 6/4 -3/2.5 ti A AVG. WEIGHT: 2240g./4.93 lbs. for M frame SIZES: S, M, ML, L, Custom to t FINISH: Bright Brushed or Custom Paint 1 Litespeeds exclusive CLR (Constant Leverage Ratio) suspension system is the new favorite of magazine editors. 2 The massive biaxially ovalized 6Al/4V titanium down tube adds bottom bracket stiffness and front-end stability. 3 Trail-hungry geometry is optimized for 100mm to 150mm travel forks. 4 The rear suspension travel is adjustable from 4 to 5 from the Fox RP3 shock that has been revalved for 2006. (Shown with optional DHX Air 5.0 shock). 5 The disc specic design will stop you so fast that your eyeballs will shoot right out of your head! This baby is made to conquer the unpaved parts of the world.

The rock garden must be worked for pure harmony to be reached.

- Zen Teaching
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Nick Gibson :: Litespeed Customer Service - Expert Mountain Biker

The Niota-AL is the aluminum twin of the celebrated bombshell, Niota Ti. It has all the same all-mountain geometry and revolutionary suspension features of the Niota Ti, but it is crafted from Litespeeds exclusive Alite AN6 aluminum. You have to work in the corporate world, there is no reason you have to play in it as well. The Niota-AL is built for getting out and thrashing the demons that haunt your 8 to 5. The patented CLR linkage system allows you to accelerate over the roughest terrain without any compromising hard or soft spots within the pedal stroke. The entire suspension is vastly adjustable for all rider weights. The 2006 Niota-AL is the master of all terrain and the perfect tool for tending to the needs of your soul.

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MODEL: 2006 Litespeed Niota - AL PERFORMANCE CLASSIFICATION: All-Mountain FRAMESET TECH: G.E.T. GEOMETRY: Full-Suspension FRAME MATERIAL: Alite AN6 Aluminum A AVERAGE WEIGHT: 2425g./5.34 lbs. for M frame SIZES: S, M, ML, L, Custom to t FINISH: Matte Gray paint 1 The Niotas Alite butted and heat-treated aluminum tubeset yields a lightweight ride that is remarkably stiff. 2 The massive ovalized top tube creates a the super-rigid spine that helps distribute the impact loads of even the most rugged terrain. 3 Machined aluminum link offer 2 levels of rear wheel travel. 4 Foxs RP3 shock offers ProPedal damping and on-the-y adjustment without sacricing small bump sensitivity. 5 Disc specic dropouts are set up for the latest in braking technology.

Sweeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee eeeeeeet, Sewanee!

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You want full suspension, yet you want light weight. You want incredible climbing ability and steady, aggressive power transfer. You want to be able to thrash around in the mud and the crud and then just hose off your bike and put it away till the next ride. You want to be cross-country race ready right out of the crate. You want a Litespeed Sewanee. Built around a short-stroke, single rocker layout, the Sewanee uses Litespeeds CLR (Constant Leverage Ratio) rear suspension to keep delivering constant power to the drive wheel, no matter what the trail conditions are. A full 60mm of vertical rear travel soaks up the punishment while continuing to deliver performance where it counts! And, the Sewanee is crafted from 3Al/2.5V titanium alloy so you know it can take the abuse of years of XC racing. This bike is truly a sweet ride!

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Foye Troute :: Litespeed Project Coordinator - Semi-pro Mountain Biker /Cat 3 Road R acer

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MODEL: 2006 Litespeed Sewanee PERFORMANCE CLASSIFICATION: Cross Country FRAMESET TECH: G.E.T. GEOMETRY: Full-Suspension FRAME MATERIAL: 3/2.5 Titanium Alloy A AVERAGE WEIGHT: 1985g./4.37 lbs. for M frame SIZES: S, M, ML, L, Custom to t FINISH: Bright Brushed or Custom Paint 1 Feather light cross country full-suspension design crafted from 3Al/2.5V titanium. 2 Biaxially ovalized down tube backbone increases stiffness at the bottom bracket. 3 The Sewanee features Fox RP3 Shock with adjustable ProPedal technology. 4 The XC geometry is optimized for 80mm - 100mm forks. 5 The CLR Balanced Ratio Suspension design features a titanium rocker and 60mm of rear wheel vertical travel. This is a new twist on a single rocer design. By using the shortest shock stroke possible, the rocker maintains a balanced wheel-to-shock travel ratio. Whether tuning for a heavyweight or light rider, the bike obtains full use of travel with no compromising soft or hard spots within the stroke.

Show the mountain goats a thing or two, baby!

Man, look at this downtube! 2 inches of cold-worked 6Al/4V titanium alloy biaxially ovalized along the full length. This is blastproof frame work, baby, and able to chow down on whatever you want to serve up. This tube is ovalized vertically at the head tube to maximize front-end stability. Yet, at the other end, it is ovalized from side-to-side to stiffen the bottom bracket and increase power delivery. Go on, torque on it! Youll just rocket up and over that berm, and the next, and the next, and the next!

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James Schoomaker :: Sport Mountain Biker

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Agile, fast and sure-footed. You cant nd a better way to describe the 2006 Litespeed Tanasi. Unless you add lightweight, indestructable, and destined for greatness. The 6Al/4V titanium frame is so light, it will practically climb the mountain by itself, so that after the ride, youll still have enough strength to pop this baby onto the rack - no problem. This go-anywhere trail munching machine is completely impervious to anything comes its way - whether rain, mud, rock, or even nasty taunts tossed by jealous competitors. The super-broad bases of the down and seat tubes make their connection with the BB the strongest and stiffest in the world. That means unparalleled torque and power transfer. If you think only mother nature can make a mountain goat, think again. Clip onto a 2006 Tanasi and show the mountain whos boss.

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MODEL: 2006 Litespeed Tanasi PERFORMANCE CLASSIFICATION: Cross Country FRAMESET TECH: G.E.T. GEOMETRY: Hardtail FRAME MATERIAL: 6/4 Titanium Alloy A AVERAGE WEIGHT: 1300g./2.86 lbs. for 16.5 frame SIZES: 14, 16.5, 18, 19.5, Custom to t FINISH: Bright Brushed or Custom Paint 1 Durable and ultra-lightweight ride delivered by the 6Al/4V titanium main frame. 2 Fantastic power transfer due to the 2 biaxially ovalized 6/4 down tube. 3 The tapered triangular top tube provides superior handling characteristics. 4 Disc specic design and cable routing. 6 The Tanasis race-proven geometry is optimized for 80mm - 100mm travel forks.

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The 2006 Pisgah is a no-nonsense, race-born, race-proven, kick-ass, bring-it-on, hardcore, hardtail. And, it only weighs 3.5lbs!

The Litespeed Pisgah may hold the entrylevel spot in the 2006 model line-up, but the ride quality is sublime, the cross-country setup is perfect and the 3Al/2.5V ti frame is virtually indestructable. Does that sound entry-level to you? The intrensic durability and and resillience of titanium makes this bike perfect for those epic journeys where you pit yourself against the great outdoors. You wont have to worry about whether or not this bike is good enough for you. You might better worry about whether or not you are good enough for the bike. The Pisgah is a super-stiff frame which means greater acceration and climbing rate. This is due to many factors such as the huge, biaxially ovalized down tube and the arrow-straight seatstays. But 3/2.5 ti is legendary for its vibration dampening which means that the epic ride wont beat you to death. Plus, at only 3.5 pounds, the Pisgah is easy to huck onto your shoulder to cross the creek when the water is waist deep.

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Foye Troute :: Litespeed Project Coordinator - Semi-pro Mountain Biker /Cat 3 Road R acer

MODEL: 2006 Litespeed Pisgah PERFORMANCE CLASSIFICATION: Cross Country FRAMESET TECH: G.E.T. GEOMETRY: Hardtail FRAME MATERIAL: 3/2.5 Titanium Alloy A AVERAGE WEIGHT: 1590g./3.50 lbs. for 16.5 frame SIZES: 14, 16.5, 18, 19.5, Custom to t FINISH: Bright Brushed or Custom Paint 1 The hand-crafted 3Al/2.5V titanium frame is durable and responsive. 2 Increased torsional rigidity is thanks to the stiff biaxially ovalized down tube. 3 Smart, easy cable routing makes maintenance easy-breezy. 4 The Pisgah comes set up for either rim brakes or disc brake (with an optional kit).

And, if you want to race this baby, you can rely on the proven XC race geometry of the Pisgah to deliver the power transfer and sure handling that Litespeed mountain bikes are known for. So bring on the XC Race, bring on the Adventure Race, bring on the Trans-Canada trip you plan next spring. Just bring it on!

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Need a custom geometry? How about a track bike, cyclocross bike, or a unique tandem? Or, maybe you just want your kid to have the fastest tricycle on the planet?
At Litespeed, we have been building custom bikes for nearly 20 years, and whether you need us to create a bicycle that provides you with that hard-to-nd perfect t, or you are looking for a bicycle crafted with a certain performance criteria in mind, we can build it. We have made thousands of high-performance custom frames over the years, not only for some of the top names in cycling, but also everyday passionate cyclists like you. From Century rides all over the world, to triathalons everywhere, to the Tour de France and 6-day races, our custom designs have set the standards in performance for years. Even if you are 76 or 45, or you are physically challenged in any way, we can accomodate your needs. The point is, if you have a vision, and it includes two wheels and pedals, we can make your dream a reality. Our custom bikes belong in a classication of their own. We have separate machinery, staff, and designers completely dedicated to custom fabrication. This staff works daily at only one task, creating perfectly designed and perfectly constructed custom bikes.

Your rst step is to contact your dealer to discuss your needs or desires and decide how best to fulll them. The dealer is in direct contact with our custom engineering/design department throughout the process. Once we receive the specications, your frame is meticulously drawn on our CAD (Computer Aided Design) system to ensure the utmost in accuracy. That drawing is then approved by you and your dealer, and we then create a full-scale blueprint for our craftsmen to reference. Many other manufacturers choose to build close-to-your-needs frames using premitered tubes that are pulled off the shelf as needed. WE create each custom bike from scratch. Every tube is cut, shaped, and mitered specically for your bike. Our approach is to work closely with you and your dealer to craft the frame of your dreams, and the entire process can take as little as three to ve weeks once you approve the initial drawings. Our utmost goal to provide you with a perfect t, outstanding performance, and a ride you can enjoy for the rest of your life. To learn more, go to our website: www.litespeed.com.

Stealth Black Blaze Red Summer Blue Speedway Yellow Bright Green Pearl White Pearl Orange Blue Metal Mist Green Gold Irresistable Rose

PPG 95130 PPG 75250 PPG 190410 PPG 84209 PPG 402498 PPG 4938/4939 PPG 62494/62495 PPG 190693 PPG 48475 [ custom blend ]

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FITTING & FRAMES

Once designed, you can now add your signature to the bike by selecting from our rainbow of paint and decal options, creating a bike that truly reects your individuality.

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CONTROLS Headset Handlebar Aero bars Stem Grips / Bar Tape Saddle Seat Post DRIVETRAIN Front Derailleur Rear Derailleur Shifters Cranks Bottom Bracket Cassette Chain BRAKE SYSTEM Brakes Levers WHEELSET Wheelset Tires
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ROAD COMPONENT GROUPS

Dura Ace ProBuild CONTROLS Headset Handlebar Stem Grips / Bar Tape Saddle Seat Post DRIVETRAIN Front Derailleur Rear Derailleur Shifters Cranks Bottom Bracket Cassette Chain Brakes WHEELSET Wheelset Tires Chris King ITM K-Sword Carbon 31.8 ITM Millenium 31.8 Cork Black zi:k Arione Ti Real Design Carbon Dura Ace 7800 Dura Ace 7800 Dura Ace 7800 Dura Ace 7800 Dura Ace 7800 Dura Ace 7800 Dura Ace 7800 Dura Ace 7800 Ksyrium SL Vittoria Rubino Pro Cane Creek SOLOS ITM Mantis ITM Mantis 31.8 Cork Black zi:k Aliante Sport Ti FSA SLK Carbon Dura Ace 7800 Dura Ace 7800 Dura Ace 7800 FSA SLK Carbon MegaExo Ultegra 6600 Ultegra 6600 Ultegra 6600 Real Design UltraSphere Vittoria Rubino Pro Cane Creek S-3 ITM Mantis ITM Mantis 31.8 Cork Black zi:k Aliante Sport Ti Thomson Aluminum Ultegra 6600 Ultegra 6600 Ultegra 6600 Ultegra 6600 Ultegra 6600 Ultegra 6600 Ultegra 6600 Ultegra 6600 Real Design SuperSphere Vittoria Rubino Pro Cane Creek S-3 ITM SuperOver 330 ITM Forged Lite 31.8 Cork Black zi:k Aliante Sport Ti Thomson Aluminum Dura Ace 7800 Dura Ace 7800 Dura Ace 7800 FSA Energy MegaExo Compact MegaExo Ultegra 6600 Ultegra 6600 Shimano 105 Black Real Design SuperSphere Vittoria Rubino Pro Cane Creek S-3 ITM SuperOver 330 ITM Forged Lite 31.8 Cork Black zi:k Aliante Sport Ti Thomson Aluminum Ultegra 6600 Ultegra 6600 Ultegra 6600 FSA Gossamer Compact MegaExo Ultegra 6600 Ultegra 6600 Shimano 105 Black FSA RD-88 Vittoria Rubino Pro Dura Ace Ultegra Teramo Firenze

STANDARD ROAD FRAMES All Litespeed standard road frame sizes are measured in a center to top format from the center of the bottom bracket shell to the intersection of the centerline of the seat tube and the top of the top tube. Top tube lengths on our road frames are taken from the intersection of the centerlines of the seat tube and top tube to the horizontal intersection on the centerline of the head tube. TRIATHLON/TIME TRIAL FRAMES The Saber, Tachyon and Blade frame sizes are measured from the center of the bottom bracket to the top of the seat tube, but on the Blade, 6cm have to be deducted because of the extended seat tube. The top tube length is measured from the centerline at the top of the seat tube to the point at which a horizontal line meets the centerline of the head tube. NOTE: The horizontal intersection at the head tube may intersect at a point in space above or below the actual head tube but along its centerline.

COMPACT ROAD FRAMES Compact Litespeed frame sizes (including Bella) are based on the intersection of the virtual top tube and seat tube. The actual size is based on the virtual seat tube length. The virtual seat tube is measured from the center of the bottom bracket shell to the point where the virtual top tube meets the centerline of the seat tube extending into the seat post region. The virtual top tube is the horizontal line parallel to the ground and extending from the point at which the centerline of the top tube meets the centerline of the head tube. MOUNTAIN FRAMES For 2006, both Litespeed full-suspension and hardtail mountain frames are measured the same way. Top tube lengths are measured from the point where the centerline of the top tube meets the centerline of the head tube in a horizontal line to the centerline of the seat tube.

6 cm

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MULTI SPORT/TOURING COMPONENT GROUPS

Dura Ace Multi Cane Creek IS-8 Vision Base Vision Carbon Clip On Vision Sizemore Cork Black Fizik Arione Tri Ti Real Design Carbon Aero Dura Ace 7800 Dura Ace 7800 Dura Ace 7800 Dura Ace 7800 Dura Ace 7800 Dura Ace 7800 Dura Ace 7800 Dura Ace 7800 Vision Aero UltraSonic 60 Vittoria Rubino Pro Ultegra Multi Cane Creek IS-8 Vision Base Vision TT Clip On Vision Sizemore Cork Black Fizik Arione Tri Ti Real Design Carbon Aero Ultegra 6600 Ultegra 6600 Dura Ace 7800 Ultegra 6600 Ultegra 6600 Ultegra 6600 Ultegra 6600 Ultegra 6600 Cane Creek TT200 SuperSonic 60 Vittoria Rubino Pro Tachyon Cane Creek IS-8 Aluminum Vision TT Clip On ITM Cork Black Litespeed Thomson Alum. Shimano 105 5600 Ultegra 6600 Dura Ace 7800 FSA Gossamer FSA Mega Exo Shimano 105 5600 Shimano 105 5600 Shimano 105 Black Cane Creek TT200 FSA RD-88 Vittoria Rubino Pro Blue Ridge* Cane Creek S-3 ITM Mantis N/A ITM Mantis Cork Black zi:k Aliante Sport Ti Thomson Alum. Ultegra 6603 Triple Ultegra 6603 Triple Ultegra 6603 Triple Ultegra 6603 Triple Ultegra 6600 Ultegra 6600 Ultegra 6600 AVID Shorty 4 Ultegra 6603 Triple Ultegra/Open Pro Michelin Jet

MTN. COMPONENT GROUPS

XTR Disc CONTROLS Headset Handlebar Stem Grips / Bar Tape Saddle Seatpost DRIVETRAIN Front Derailleur Rear Derailleur Shifters Cranks Bottom Bracket Cassette Chain BRAKE SYSTEM Brakes Levers WHEELSET Wheels Tires Cane Creek S-3 FSA XC-190 31.8 FSA OS-115 31.8 Oury Mtn Grips Fizi:k Gobi Thompson Alum. XTR XTR XTR XTR XTR XTR Dura Ace / XTR XTR Disc XTR Cross Max SL Disc Continental Explorer Pro Cane Creek S-3 FSA XC-280 31.8 FSA OS-170 31.8 Oury Mtn Grips Fizi:k Aliante Sport Ti Thompson Alum. XT Disc

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XT XT XT XT XT XT Shimano XT XT Cross Max Enduro Disc Continental Explorer Pro

MEASURE FRAMES

Note: Specifications and options are subject to change. European specifications may vary.

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Size Ghisallo S M ML L XL 49 51 53 55 57 59 61 S M ML L XL 49 51 53 55 57 59 61 63 S M ML L XL 47 49 51 53 55 57 59 61 S M ML L XL S M ML L XL 49 51 53 55 57 59 61

Top Tube Length (cm) 52.5 54.0 56.0 57.0 58.0 51.0 52.5 54.0 55.5 56.5 57.5 59.0 52.2 54.0 56.0 57.0 59.0 51.0 52.5 54.0 55.5 56.5 57.5 59.0 61.0 52.2 54.0 56.0 57.0 59.0 50.5 51.0 52.5 54.0 55.5 56.5 57.5 59.0 52.5 54.0 56.0 57.0 58.5 52.5 54.0 56.0 57.0 59.0 50.0 51.5 53.0 55.0 56.5 57.5 59.5

Head Tube Angle 72.5 73.0 73.0 73.0 73.5 72.0 72.5 73.0 73.0 73.0 73.0 73.5 72.5 73.0 73.0 73.0 73.5 72.0 72.5 73.0 73.0 73.0 73.0 73.0 73.0 72.5 73.0 73.0 73.0 73.5 72.0 72.0 72.5 73.0 73.0 73.0 73.0 73.5 72.0 73.0 73.0 73.0 73.5 72.5 73.0 73.0 73.0 73.5 72.0 72.5 73.5 73.5 73.5 73.5 73.0

Seat Tube Angle 74.0 73.5 73.0 73.0 72.5 74.0 74.0 73.5 73.0 73.0 73.0 72.5 74.0 73.5 73.0 73.0 72.5 74.5 74.0 73.0 73.0 73.0 73.0 73.0 73.0 74.0 73.5 73.0 73.0 72.5 74.5 74.0 74.0 73.5 73.0 73.0 73.0 72.5 74.5 74.5 73.5 73.0 73.0 74.0 73.5 73.0 73.0 72.5 78.0 78.0 78.0 78.0 77.0 76.0 76.0

Seat Tube Length (cm) 45.0 46.0 48.0 50.0 52.0 51.0 53.0 55.0 57.0 59.0 61.0 63.0 47.5 49.5 51.5 53.5 55.5 51.0 53.0 55.0 57.0 59.0 61.0 63.0 65.0 47.5 49.5 51.5 53.5 55.5 45.4 51.0 53.0 55.0 57.0 59.0 61.0 63.0 50.0 53.0 55.0 58.0 61.0 47.5 49.5 51.5 53.5 55.5 52.0 57.0 59.0 61.0 63.0 65.0 67.0

Chainstay Length (cm) 40.6 40.6 40.6 40.6 40.6 40.6 40.6 40.6 40.6 40.6 40.6 41.1 40.6 40.6 40.6 40.6 41.1 39.5 39.5 39.5 39.5 39.5 39.5 39.5 40.6 40.6 40.6 40.6 40.6 41.1 39.4 40.6 40.6 40.6 40.6 40.6 40.6 41.1 40.6 40.6 40.6 40.6 40.6 40.6 40.6 40.6 40.6 41.1 38.7 38.7 39.4 39.4 39.4 39.4 39.4

BB Drop (cm) 6.8 7.1 7.1 7.1 7.4 6.7 6.8 7.1 7.1 7.1 7.4 7.4 6.8 7.1 7.1 7.1 7.4 6.8 6.8 6.8 6.8 6.8 6.8 6.8 6.8 6.8 7.1 7.1 7.1 7.4 4.5 6.7 6.8 7.1 7.1 7.1 7.4 7.4 6.8 7.1 7.1 7.1 7.4 6.8 7.1 7.1 7.1 7.4 3.8 3.8 6.7 6.7 6.7 6.7 6.7

Wheel base (cm) 96.5 97.0 98.6 99.6 99.3 95.4 96.5 97.0 98.1 99.1 99.9 100.4 96.5 97.1 98.5 99.6 100.5 94.7 95.8 95.6 97.1 98.1 99.1 100.6 103.7 96.5 97.1 98.5 99.6 100.5 93.9 95.4 96.5 97.0 98.1 99.1 99.9 100.4 97.3 97.9 98.5 99.6 99.8 96.5 97.1 98.5 99.6 100.5 96.8 97.5 98.8 100.5 101.2 101.2 103.8

Front Center (cm) 56.9 57.5 59.0 60.0 59.4 55.7 56.8 57.4 58.5 59.5 60.4 60.4 56.8 57.5 58.9 60.0 60.4 56.2 57.3 57.1 58.6 59.6 60.6 62.1 64.1 56.8 57.5 58.9 60.0 60.4 55.0 55.7 56.8 57.4 58.5 59.5 60.4 60.4 57.7 58.3 59.0 60.0 60.2 56.4 57.5 58.0 60.0 60.4 58.5 59.7 60.3 62.1 62.7 62.7 65.3

Fork Rake (cm) 4.5 4.5 4.5 4.5 4.0 4.5 4.5 4.5 4.5 4.5 4.5 4.0 4.5 4.5 4.5 4.5 4.0 4.5 4.5 4.5 4.5 4.5 4.5 4.5 4.5 4.5 4.5 4.5 4.5 4.0 3.5 4.5 4.5 4.5 4.5 4.5 4.5 4.0 4.5 4.5 4.5 4.5 4.5 4.5 4.5 4.5 4.5 4.0 3.5 3.5 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0

Standover Height (cm) 71.7 72.5 75.1 77.0 78.9 74.8 76.2 77.6 79.4 81.3 83.0 84.7 73.0 74.7 76.7 78.9 81.2 75.6 76.7 78.1 79.9 82.0 83.9 85.8 87.8 73.0 74.7 76.7 78.9 81.2 71.9 74.8 76.2 77.6 79.4 81.3 83.0 84.7 72.5 75.8 76.6 79.7 82.3 72.6 74.2 76.5 78.5 80.8 71.5 73.5 75.4 76.6 78.6 80.3 82.3

Head Tube Length (cm) 9.5 10.5 13.5 15.5 17.5 9.2 9.7 11.0 13.0 15.0 16.5 18.0 9.8 11.5 13.5 16.0 18.5 9.2 9.7 11.0 13.0 15.0 16.5 18.0 20.0 9.8 11.5 13.5 16.0 18.5 10.5 10.0 11.0 11.0 13.0 15.0 16.5 18.0 11.5 14.5 16.0 19.5 20.0 9.8 11.3 13.8 15.8 18.6 14.7 15.1 14.7 14.7 15.0 17.0 18.9

Frame Weight (grams/lbs.) 765/1.69 770/1.70 815/1.80 880/1.94 900/1.98 1050/2.31 1080/2.38 1110/2.44 1140/2.51 1185/2.61 1225/2.70 1265/2.79 1040/2.29 1075/2.37 1120/2.47 1165/2.57 1210/2.67 1080/2.38 1110/2.44 1130/2.49 1160/2.56 1205/2.65 1250/2.75 1300/2.86 1360/3.00 1150/2.53 1180/2.60 1215/2.68 1265/2.79 1315/2.90 1165/2.57 1175/2.59 1205/2.65 1235/2.72 1265/2.79 1310/2.89 1350/2.97 1390/3.06 1140/2.51 1170/2.58 1220/2.69 1250/2.75 1310/2.89 1325/2.92 1355/2.98 1405/3.09 1445/3.18 1480/3.26 1640/3.61 1670/3.68 1700/3.74 1730/3.81 1755/3.87 1785/3.93 1820/4.01

Wheel Size 700C Saber

Size 47 49 51 53 55 57 59 61 47 49 51 53 55 57 59 XS S M L XL 49 51 53 55 57 59 61

Top Tube Length (cm) 49.5 50.0 51.5 53.0 55.0 56.5 57.5 59.5 49.5 50.0 51.5 53.5 55.0 56.5 57.5 49.5 51.5 52.5 54.5 55.5 52.0 53.5 55.0 56.0 57.0 58.0 59.5

Head Tube Angle 72.0 72.0 72.5 73.5 73.5 73.5 73.5 73.0 72.0 72.0 73.5 73.5 73.5 73.5 73.5 72.5 72.0 72.5 73.0 73.0 71.5 71.5 72.5 72.5 72.5 72.5 72.5

Seat Tube Angle 78.0 78.0 78.0 78.0 78.0 77.0 76.0 76.0 78.0 78.0 78.0 78.0 78.0 77.0 76.0 74.0 74.5 74.0 73.5 73.0 74.0 74.0 73.0 73.0 73.0 73.0 73.0

Seat Tube Length (cm) 50.0 52.0 55.0 57.0 59.0 61.0 63.0 65.0 47.0 49.0 51.0 53.0 55.0 57.0 59.0 40.0 43.0 46.0 49.0 52.0 49.5 51.5 53.0 55.0 57.0 59.0 60.0

Chainstay Length (cm) 39.3 39.3 39.3 40.6 40.6 40.6 40.6 40.6 40.0 40.0 40.0 40.0 40.0 40.0 40.0 40.6 41.1 41.1 41.1 41.1 45.5 45.5 45.5 45.5 45.5 45.5 45.5

BB Drop (cm) 3.8 3.8 3.8 6.7 6.7 6.7 6.7 6.7 3.8 3.8 6.7 6.7 6.7 6.7 6.7 4.7 7.0 7.0 7.2 7.2 7.8 7.8 7.8 7.8 7.8 7.8 7.8

Wheel base (cm) 96.2 96.9 98.2 99.7 101.7 102.4 102.4 105.0 96.9 97.7 97.3 99.5 101.1 101.8 101.8 93.2 96.7 96.9 98.0 98.5 101.7 103.3 103.1 104.1 105.1 106.1 107.7

Front Center (cm) 57.2 58.0 59.2 60.3 62.1 62.7 62.7 65.3 57.2 58.0 58.3 60.4 62.1 62.7 62.7 53.1 56.7 56.9 58.0 58.4 57.4 59.0 58.8 59.8 60.8 61.8 63.3

Fork Rake (cm) 3.5 3.5 3.5 4.5 4.5 4.5 4.5 4.5 3.5 3.5 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0 3.5 4.5 4.5 4.5 4.5 5.0 5.0 5.0 5.0 5.0 5.0 5.0

Standover Height (cm) 71.6 72.2 74.2 76.1 77.8 79.6 81.4 83.4 70.9 72.3 75.0 76.2 77.9 79.7 81.4 68.1 72.4 74.9 77.4 79.9 76.0 77.2 78.2 79.8 81.7 83.6 85.2

Head Tube Length (cm) 13.2 13.8 15.3 12.4 13.5 16.7 18.4 20.2 10.2 10.8 9.8 9.8 11.0 12.9 14.7 10.0 10.0 12.0 14.0 16.0 13.5 13.5 14.0 15.5 17.0 19.0 21.0

Frame Weight (grams/lbs.) 1485/3.27 1525/3.36 1570/3.46 1600/3.52 1620/3.57 1635/3.60 1655/3.57 1690/3.60 1335/2.94 1355/2.98 1380/3.04 1410/3.11 1435/3.16 1465/3.23 1490/3.28 1225/2.70 1275/2.81 1305/2.87 1345/2.96 1375/3.03 1595/3.51 1600/3.52 1635/3.60 1680/3.70 1705/3.76 1755/3.87 1795/3.76

Wheel Size 650c 700c

Vortex

700c Tachyon

650c 700c

Vortex Compact

700c Bella 700c Blue Ridge*

650c 700c

Ultimate

700c

Siena

700c

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Tuscany

650c 700c Tanasi

Size 14 16.5 18 19.5 14 16.5 18 19.5 S M ML L S M ML L S M ML L

Top Tube Length (cm) 21.0 22.6 23.5 24.3 21.0 22.6 23.5 24.3 21.8 22.5 23.5 24.5 21.8 22.5 23.5 24.5 21.8 22.5 23.5 24.5

Head Tube Angle 71.0 71.5 71.5 71.5 71.0 71.5 71.5 71.5 70.5 70.5 70.5 70.5 70.5 70.5 70.5 70.5 71.0 71.5 71.5 71.5

Seat Tube Angle 73.0 72.5 72.5 72.5 73.0 72.5 72.5 72.5 73.0 73.0 73.0 73.0 73.0 73.0 73.0 73.0 73.0 73.0 73.0 72.5

Seat Tube Length (cm) 15.0 17.5 19.0 20.5 15.0 17.5 19.0 20.5 16.0 17.2 17.7 19.2 16.0 17.2 17.7 19.2 15.8 16.6 18.3 19.6

Chainstay Length (cm) 16.8 16.8 16.8 16.8 16.8 16.8 16.8 16.8 17.0 17.0 17.0 17.0 17.0 17.0 17.0 17.0 16.8 16.8 16.8 16.8

BB Drop (cm) 11.9 11.9 11.9 11.9 11.9 11.9 11.9 11.9 13.5 13.5 13.5 13.5 13.5 13.5 13.5 13.5 12.4 12.4 12.4 12.4

Wheel base (cm) 39.3 40.8 41.7 42.5 39.3 40.8 41.7 42.5 41.3 42.0 43.0 44.0 41.3 42.0 43.0 44.0 40.5 41.1 42.1 42.9

Front Center (cm) 22.7 24.1 25.0 25.8 22.7 24.1 25.0 25.8 24.3 25.0 26.0 27.0 24.3 25.0 26.0 27.0 23.8 24.4 25.4 26.2

Fork Rake (cm) 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.5

Standover Height (cm) 28.5 30.1 31.1 32.0 28.5 30.1 31.1 32.0 29.8 30.6 31.0 31.0 29.8 30.6 31.0 31.0 29.1 29.7 31.1 31.3

Head Tube Length (cm) 4.5 4.5 4.5 5 4.5 4.5 4.5 5 4.25 4.25 4.75 5.25 4.25 4.25 4.75 5.25 4.25 4.25 4.75 5.25

Frame Weight (grams/lbs.) 1250/2.75 1300/2.86 1335/2.94 1410/3.11 1530/3.37 1590/3.50 1630/3.59 1680/3.70 2220/4.89 2240/4.93 2260/4.98 2360/5.20 2410/5.31 2425/5.34 2450/5.40 2550/5.62 1965/4.33 1985/4.37 2035/4.48 2100/4.63

Wheel Size 26 inch

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700c

Pisgah

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Teramo/Firenze

700c

Niota TI

Niota AL 650c 700 Sewanee

Blade

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