consider “average”. Some base all their averages on ProTour riders, some use the same tube set across the whole size range as it is cheaper. We have our proprietary formulas for our stock (Z4, Z5 and TT) bikes and most agree that we have a nice balance across our size range, but we have the ability to tune things very precisely for each individual athlete as well. So if you are 6’8” or 5’2” or 300lbs or 125lbs, we can tune the bike to suit your individual needs. The ride quality and handling can be tuned on the Z1, Z2, Z3, CX and TT Custom. Because of our unique construction process, we can customize not just the tubes, but also the joints (lugs) to further match the performance to the riders needs. We have five individual tube sets produced to our own specifications (i.e. no “off the shelf” tubes or parts are used) that we can mix and match. Here are quick summaries of each. The UD is our standard custom uni-directional (UD) tube set, perfect for most riders up to 220lbs. Designed and built
CL exclusively for us, refined over hundreds of thousands of miles ridden, this is the benchmark for all carbon tube sets. SL A lighter version of the UD tube set specifically optimized for lighter total frame weight with
SL
CL
no compromise in durability or ride quality. The SL is the lightest rational tube set available. The X is similar in performance and road feel to our UD tube set, but with
CL
a 3K woven outer layer for cosmetics and a bit more muted road feel.
SL
Our extra stiff tube set features approximately 40% more torsional stiffness, with less than 100g penalty over the standard
CL UD tube set. The XL is really only needed by the largest, most powerful riders or in certain situations, i.e. Z1 track frame sets.
SL CL
The new standard in comfort. Ideal for smaller statured riders, or those looking for the ultimate in comfort, without losing performance.
NOTE: All tube sets can be mixed (at no extra charge) on Z1/2/3/CX/Tour/Track to perfectly meet each riders needs. Call us to discuss your perfect tubing set up.
AESTHETICS/FINISH: Generally when purchasing a bicycle there are one or two stock color schemes to pick from. With our unique build-to-order process, all of our models can have the finish customized. That can mean selecting from one of our 15 standard decal choices or selecting a custom panel scheme or painting the bike a single solid, pearl or flake color or a multi-color scheme. The options are virtually unlimited, although we are able to offer suggestions and ideas to simplify the process. Our dealers are given a chip book that shows the full color range available and our in house paint department can match just about any hue if needed. All custom decal and paint orders include a PDF (sent via email) that shows exactly what the bike will look like when done. Finishes can be customized on all our models, Z1, Z2, Z3, Z4, CX, TT and TT Custom. We also offer nude (bare) carbon finish with etched logos for the ultimate in stealthy, low maintenance looks on the Z1, Z2 and Z3. TECHNICAL: As the vast majority of our models are built to order, we have the ability to specify and customize a vast range of fittings and interfaces, beyond the geometry, and the finish. This is not common, especially among builders of carbon fiber bicycles. For example, we can build a frame with English bottom bracket threading, the newer BB30 standard or proprietary (very lightweight) integrated bearing options for ZIPP or THM crank sets. We can modify the placement of cable stops, eyelets, pump pegs, bottle mounts, etc. We can build a frame with our standard 31.6mm seat post, an integrated seat post (ISP) design or the more old school 27.2mm sizing. Not every client will want a bicycle customized in any of these ways, but for those who do; we have flexibility in our building and ordering process to accommodate these options seamlessly. COMPONENTS: All nine of our models can be built up with components to your specifications. We offer the full range of Shimano, Campagnolo and SRAM build kits as well componentry from ZIPP, HED, Mavic, EDGE, or virtually any bike parts manufacturer that makes sense to interface with our frames. So if you can dream it, we can build it. WWW.PARLEECYCLES.COM 4