OPEN UP Rapha Limited Edition Frameset
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OPEN UP Rapha Limited Edition Frameset
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The Open UP Limited Edition Gravel Bike Frameset stands out as a pinnacle of design and performance, combining all the essential elements that make the UP series so exceptional. With its remarkable tire clearance, outstanding ride quality, and the flexibility to customize your build at Contender Bicycles, this frameset offers everything you need to create the gravel bike of your dreams. This limited edition frameset, painted in collaboration with Rapha Cycling Club, is not just about aesthetics; it's engineered to take you anywhere you desire on a fast gravel bike, whether it's smooth roads or rugged trails.
One of the standout features of the Open UP is its ultra-efficient tube shaping, which is meticulously designed to be lightweight while maintaining high strength. This ensures optimal power transfer, allowing you to ride with speed and efficiency. The tire clearance is another key highlight, accommodating large road, cyclocross, and gravel tires ranging from 32mm to 40mm. This versatility makes it perfect for mixed-surface rides, where you might encounter anything from smooth pavement to loose gravel. Additionally, the frameset features a continuous seattube, providing added comfort for long rides, reflecting Open's great attention to detail.
But what if you're looking for more than just a frameset and want a complete bike ready to ride? That's where Contender Bicycles steps in. Once you've selected the size of your OPEN x Rapha UP frame, you can start picking and choosing the components that suit your style. Whether it's Shimano's top-tier Dura-Ace Di2 drivetrain, bomb-proof lightweight ENVE wheels, or a SRAM Red or Campagnolo Ekar groupset, we've got all the premium parts you need to create your perfect bike. If there's a specific component you have in mind that we don't carry, simply reach out to our pro build experts at probuild@contenderbicycles.com, and we'll coordinate every detail of your purchase, build, and delivery. Your dream bike is just a few clicks away.
KEY FEATURES
| *Please note that bike specifications are subject to change without prior notice |
| Weight Frame-only (Size L, w/o metal parts ±3%) | 1040g (For the U.P. Model) |
|---|---|
| Weight Fork-only (±3%) | 390g (For the U.P. Model) |
| Sizes | S / M / L / XL |
| BB Standard | BB386EVO pressfit 86.5x46mm BB shell |
| Recommended Groupsets | Any Shimano GRX, Any SRAM AXS, Any SRAM 1x, Campagnolo Ekar |
| Front Derailleur Mount | Bolt-on, removable |
| Front Thru-Axle | 100x12mm superlight Carbon-Ti X-12 |
| Front Disc Rotor Size | 160mm only with Smartmount |
| Front Brake Caliper Mount | Smartmount 160 system attaches flatmount caliper, without adaptor, for 160mm rotors |
| Rear Thru-Axle | 142x12mm superlight Carbon-Ti X-12 |
| Rear Disc Rotor Size | 140mm Smartmount or 160mm with adaptor |
| Rear Brake Caliper Mount | Smartmount 140 system attaches flatmount caliper, without adaptor, for 140mm rotors or with adaptor for 160mm rotors |
| MultiStop Internal System | Di2, eTap, EPS, 1x mechanical (all groups) |
| Headset | Integrated IS42/28.6 | IS52/40 with 45x45 degree lower bearing (e.g., Cane Creek BAA1131 + BAA1161, Chris King DropSet 2, Token Omega A83) |
| Seatpost | 27.2mm diameter, standard set-up zero-offset |
| Fenders | Compatible with clip-on style fenders (Recommended: SKS Speedrocker) |
| Cage Mounts | Seattube, Downtube, Under Downtube |
| TT Bag Mount System | 100mm front-post-to-headset-edge |
| Travel Bag Recommendation | Scicon AeroComfort Road 3.0 |
| Max. Weight (Total Rider + Luggage) | 120kg / 264 lbs (EN/ISO/Internal test standard) |
| Included with Frameset | Headset, Seattube Collar, Thru-Axles, 2 RD Hangers, Cover Bolts for FD Mount Posts, 1 FD Mount, 4 MultiStops (2x, 1x, Di2, eTap [only included with U.P.P.E.R.]), Cable Exit Stop, BB Guide, Cable Liners, Noise-Reduction Foam Sleeves, Bottle Cage Bolts, Manual |
| Component | SRAM Rival / GX AXS Eagle 1x12 Mullet | Sram Force / XX1 AXS Eagle 1x12 Mullet | Shimano GRX Di2 2x12 | Shimano GRX / XTR Di2 1x12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Levers/Calipers | SRAM Rival AXS E1 Shifter / Brake Lever and Caliper | SRAM Force AXS E1 Shifter / Brake Lever and Caliper | Shimano GRX ST-RX825 Shift Lever and Caliper | Shimano GRX ST-RX825 Shift Lever and Caliper |
| Crankset | SRAM Rival E1 | SRAM Force E1 | Shimano GRX FC-RX820-2, 2x12- | Shimano GRX FC-RX820-1, 1x 12 |
| Derailuer F | NA | NA | Shimano GRX FD-RX825 | NA |
| Derailuer R | SRAM GX AXS Eagle | SRAM XX1 AXS Eagle | Shimano GRX RD-RX825 | Shimano XTR RD-M9250-SGS |
| Chain | SRAM GX Eagle | SRAM X01 EAGLE | Shimano XT CN-M8100 | Shimano XT CN-M8100 |
| Cassette | SRAM GX Eagle 10/52t | SRAM X01 Eagle 10/52t | Shimano CS-HG710 11/36t | Shimano XTR CS-M9200 10/51t |
| Rotors | SRAM Paceline | SRAM Paceline | Shimano RT-CL800 | Shimano RT-CL900 |
| Battery/Extras | Batt/Charger | Batt/Charger | Battery/Wires/Charger | Battery/Wires/Charger |
| size | S | M | L | XL |
| rider height¹ | 5’2"-5’8" | 5’7"-5’11" | 5’10"-6’3" | 6’2"-6’7" |
| stack | 522 | 551 | 580 | 604 |
| reach | 365 | 376 | 387 | 401 |
| standover² | 743 | 767 | 791 | 815 |
| headtube angle | 69.5° | 71.0° | 72.5° | 72.5° |
| headtube length | 105 | 130 | 155 | 180 |
| fork offset | 50 | 50 | 50 | 50 |
| seattube length | 520 | 540 | 560 | 580 |
| seattube angle | 72.5° | 72.5° | 72.5° | 72.5° |
| seattube angle (norm.³) | 74° | 73.5° | 73.5° | 73.5° |
| toptube length | 528 | 549 | 570 | 591 |
| toptube length (norm.³) | 514 | 540 | 560 | 581 |
| BB drop | 70 | 70 | 70 | 70 |
| front center | 592 | 598 | 604 | 622 |
| rear center | 420 | 420 | 420 | 420 |
| wheelbase | 1002 | 1008 | 1014 | 1032 |