Colnago C68 Frameset

Colnago C68 Road - A new icon is born.   Some sizes available in store, others available to order. Please contact us for delivery options.  This is frameset only, complete bikes available as well.  Handmade in Italy. In the Colnago C68 Road we have channeled all the energy, passion, technology, history and DNA of Colnago to create a bike that is the ultimate, the pinnacle of the art of bike building according to Colnago. This model combines racing geometry andperformance details with the timeless appealof the modular frame. The C68 Road is a champion of road bikes. A bike handmade in Italy to be enjoyed and admired. Wheels up to 32 mm The bicycle is evolving: more space for tyres allows us to meet the needs of all cyclists and to be compatible with the largest number of wheels and tyres on the market. T47 bottom bracket Larger diameter bearings have better endurance and reduce rolling friction. Rigidity and steering precision with the new steerer tube The larger diameter compared to the C64 allows greater rigidity and a better feeling of safety when riding on more technical trails. Lightened and updated fork The fork has been optimised to be lighter while retaining the same degree of rigidity and precision. Integrated multitool Sooner or later, everyone needs a multitool to deal with any small adjustments that may be necessary during a ride (such as a flat tyre). We have integrated this tool into the top cap of the headset. Ceramic Speed SLT headset The headset bearings are treated with Ceramic Speed's SLT technology, which virtually cuts out the need for any maintenance during the life of the product Aggressive geometries The geometry of the C68 Road also makes it a suitable bike for those seeking speed and more aerodynamic positions. Reach, stack, head angle and other parameters are comparable to those of the V4Rs, our dedicated race bike. The C68 proudly continues the tradition of the modular frame The 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, i.e. 8, is the same as the previous C series (C64). Colnago introduced a new process: banding The 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. An art jealously guarded and handed down The 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. Greater care and precision in module production compared to a complete frame The smaller moulds of the individual modules allow Colnago to work with greater care and obtain the highest quality carbon parts. Handmade in Italy 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.   What is the difference between C68 Road and V4Rs?   Although both models are top-of-the-range carbon racing bikes with very similar geometries, there are big differences. The construction technique of the V4Rs frame is monocoque; the C68 is a modular frame composed of several interlocking parts. The philosophy is also radically different: the V4Rs is a bike designed and optimised for use by professional racers. More rigid and lighter, it suits highly powerful racers with extremely flexible muscles and joints. The C68, on the other hand, is designed for maximum riding pleasure: a snappy and responsive bike that calls for speed, with the perfect balance that a racing bike should have between enjoyment and performance.   Where is the C68 Road produced? The C68 Road is designed and handmade in Italy. Frame construction takes place in Cambiago, with assembly of the carbon tubes and joints, produced by an Italian supplier in Pordenone, while painting is done in Cascina. Finally, back in Cambiago, the components are assembled and the product is shipped to more than 160 countries worldwide. Sizing The size of the C68 Road, like every Colnago, is measured in cm and represents the length of the seat post. The size is also indicated on the serial number, located under the water bottle between the two rivets. Colnago sizing does not follow the same logic as other manufacturers.  Specifications Details Series - C Series Model- C68 Road   Weight Weight - Size 485 unpainted frame: 925g Weight limit - This model has an overall maximum limit (combined weight of bicycle, rider and load) of 120 kg   Frame kit Frame (material) - Modular carbon frame construction: 8 carbon parts. Fork (material, section notes) - Carbon fork for disc brakes, integrated cables, 1"1/8 section Headset - ID:35 OD:47 36°/45° CeramicSpeed SLT Treated Bearings Seatpost - Carbon seatpost, 0.15 offset, "D-Shape" section Through axles - Diameter: 12 mm. length 100 mm (front) - 142 mm (rear)   Components Handlebar - Colnago CC.01 integrated Cockpit - regular geometry. Stem - CC01 integrated cockpit Handlebar Tape - Colnago Grip Black Bottle cage -Colnago Matt Black (1x)   Other accessories Cockpit integrated multitool.