Pashley, based in Stratford-upon-Avon in the UK, has been around since 1926. So, they bring along a century of experience in quality bike manufacturing. Their speciality, traditional steel handcrafted frame-building. To meet today’s standards. The proof, the Roadfinder SL.
The Roadfinder SL is precision-engineered for pure speed on long breakaways. It gives you the lively, responsive ride quality of steel in a race-ready form. Built with a custom-drawn and formed Reynolds 853SL tube-set and 3D printed stainless steel junctions, it puts about 1.698 grams on the scale. The Columbus Futura SLX disc carbon fork weighs about 450 grams. Total weight of the bike will surprise you, just about 8.6 kg (Dura-Ace, Super Record, size 54).
The bike has been developed with performance in mind. The tapered downtube makes sure that each pedal stroke will transfer into speedy accelerations. The slender 27.2 mm seat post and slim seat stays provide the comfort you need. The 44 mm head tube and tapered fork will provide stability in fast cornering. Additional comfort comes from installing tyres up to 32 mm. Internal routing gives the bike a clean look.
The Roadfinder SL comes in four different electronic setups; 105 Di2, Ultegra Di2, Dura-Ace Di2 or Campagnolo Super Record 13-speed. It is finished in two standard colours: Hyper Violet or Thunderstorm Blue. But you can choose from a selection of custom colours as well (plus € 132,95).
Specs total builds:
Shimano 105 Di2, DT Swiss A1800 alloy wheels, Zipp Service Course components, Brooks Cambium C15 saddle: weight 9,48 kg, price* € 5.145.
Shimano Ultegra Di2, Parcours Strade 54mm/49mm carbon wheels, Zipp Service Course SL components, Brooks Cambium C13 Carbon saddle: weight: 8,68 kg, price € 8.350.
Shimano Dura-Ace Di2, Parcours Strade 54mm/49mm carbon wheels, Zipp Service Course SL components, Brooks Cambium C13 Carbon saddle: weight: 8,66 kg, price € 10.950.
Campagnolo Super Reord, Parcours Strade 54mm/49mm carbon wheels, Zipp Service Course SL components, Brooks Cambium C13 Carbon saddle: weight: 8,64 kg, price € 12.875.
More information: www.pashley.co.uk
*Manufacturer price, this could vary by country, pls check your local supplier
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