{"product_id":"colnago-c68-gravel-sram-red-xplr-axs-bike-1","title":"Colnago C68 Gravel Sram Red Xplr Axs","description":"\u003ch2\u003eUnlike any other\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note: The bikes are assembled according to the manufacturer's specifications with default features according to size. For any assembly requests or specifications other than the basic ones, please contact our costumer service directly before purchase.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe C68 Gravel is a fast, solid and precise gravel bike that is fun to ride. The tyre clearance for tyres up to 42 mm is the best balance between speed and rideability. The modular construction and the clean, detail-oriented design make it unique. The savoir-faire of the same hands that made the bikes of the greatest champions in cycling history continues in a model that is already a classic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTyres up to 42 mm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt can accommodate tyres up to a nominal width of 42 mm. The choice to go no further is deliberate: the C68 Gravel is a fast, precise, snappy bike. A wider clearance would have changed its riding properties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCC.01 Wide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe CC.01 Wide handlebar is specifically developed with a wider flare. A wider grip provides greater control in all driving situations and less fatigue on rough terrain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatible with suspension forks\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eThe C68 Gravel is specified with a rigid fork and CC.01 Wide handlebar. However, the frame is designed to offer a wide range of add-ons, in particular for different handlebars and suspension fork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBolder Gravel geometries\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eThe longer reach and higher stack compared to other gravel bikes in the category. This offers an ergonomically superior riding experience, perfectly tuned for more challenging landscapes, while maintaining an overall aggressive approach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3 mounting points for water bottles and bags\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eIn addition to two bottle cages on the down tube and seat post, the C68 gravel bike also has two rivets on the top tube for attaching a frame bag.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe C68 proudly continues the tradition of the modular frame\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe frame is constructed from several carbon parts that are hand-assembled in Italy through joints and interlocks. The number of parts that complete the frame is the same as the previous C series (C64).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAn art jealously guarded and handed down\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eThe tradition of modular carbon frames began at Colnago in the early 1990s. Colnago was the first brand in cycling history to introduce carbon frames to professional teams, winning a technically demanding race like the Paris Roubaix with the legendary C40.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBanding\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eThe carbon bands are applied manually at the joint between the carbon modules, after which they are filed and polished to achieve the look of a monocoque frame with the best Colnago modular frame properties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTube construction\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eColnago takes great care in the construction of carbon parts, from moulds to laminations, demanding that its (Italian) suppliers adhere scrupulously to design requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBonding\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eAt Colnago's site, tubes and joints are shaped, finished and glued to form frames of different sizes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePainting\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003ePainting is done strictly by hand using an airbrush. The aim is to achieve excellent quality without making the frame too heavy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAssembly\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eEven the final touch, the assembly of the components, is carried out strictly at Colnago premise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note: photos are for illustration purposes only, please refer to the information provided below.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eTech spec\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrame kit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrame (material): Modular carbon frame construction: 8 carbon parts \n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFork (material): Colnago carbon fork for disc brakes, integrated cables \n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeadset: ACROS ss 1\"1\/4 3547 steel bearing \n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeatpost: Carbon seatpost, 0.15 offset, \"D-Shape\" section \n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThrough axles: Diameter: 12 mm. length 100 mm (front) - 142 mm (rear)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrivetrain\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShifting system: Sram RED XPLR D1 eTAP AXS \n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRear derailleur: Sram RED XPLR eTap AXS - RD-RED-E-D1 \n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChain: RED Chain - CN-RED-D1 12s \n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChainring: 40T \n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCassette: 10-44T 12s \n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBottom bracket: T47 Sram DUB Road \n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCrank length: 170, 172.5, 175 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrakes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrakes: Disc brakes SRAM Red eTap AXS HRD SHIFT-BRAKE SYSTEM - CenterLine XR Rotor \n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDisc size: 160 mm Front\/ 160 mm Rear - Paceline rotors RT-PLN-A1 \n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrake lever: SRAM Red eTap AXS HRD SHIFT-BRAKE SYSTEM \n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrake caliper: SRAM Red eTap AXS HRD SHIFT-BRAKE SYSTEM\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRims\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRims: ZIPP 303S - Tubeless tires only \n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Carbon – Hookless \n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRim height: Front: 45 mm; Rear: 45 mm \n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInner rim width: 23 mm \n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHubs: 176D, 76D \n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThru-axles: Front: HH12-100 - Rear: HH12-142 \n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTyres: Pirelli Cinturato Gravel H TLR (40-622) \n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTyre size: 45 mm (nominal width)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComponents\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSaddle: Prologo Scratch M5 Nack 140 Hard Black \/ Selle Italia SLR Boost SuperFlow Carbon Rail \n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandlebar: Colnago CC.01 integrated Cockpit - regular geometry \n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStem: CC01 integrated cockpit \n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandlebar Tape: Colnago Grip Black \n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBottle cage: Colnago Matt Black (1x) \n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOther accessories: Cockpit integrated multitool\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eTechnology\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlockchain technology\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eRegister your Colnago C68 Gravel on the Colnago Blockchain. 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