BrakesMechanical Disc BrakesMechanical discs operate much the same way as hydraulic, but are actuated by a traditional cable. While they don't offer quite the same power, they are less expensive to purchase and maintain.
Drivetrain10 Speed Derailleur/CassetteWhats not to love with more gears. A wider range of gears gives you that extra fine tune to give you the right speed.Clipless PedalsClipless pedals allow you to attach your feet to your bike like ski bindings, giving you much more power and control over your bike.Compact CranksetThe smaller chainrings of a compact crankset, combined with the appropriate cassette, give you a wide gear spread for those big climbs, without the extra weight and complexity of three chainrings.
ForkForward-Facing DropoutsSafety first! Under braking conditions the wheel wants to rotate backwards, hence the forward-facing dropouts. The wheel is forced into the dropout, not out of it.
FrameBi-Ovalised DowntubeBy carefully shaping the frame tubing we are able to increase the stiffness of the frame without adding weight.Butted TubingBy thinning the walls of the frame tubing, you achieve lighter weight and better ride quality.Full Rack and Fender MountsA full complement of specialized mounts allows for loading up your bike with all the necessary accessories for touring and commuting in comfort.S-bend SeatstaysBy carefully bending the seatstays, we are able to increase the ride quality of the bike. The curvy stays take a little bit of the sting out of road and trail imperfections.Semi Integrated HeadsetThis style of headset allows for better bearing separation and longer headtubes with a larger weld surface, without the drawbacks of tight tolerances and potential damage of fully integrated headsets.Sloping Top TubeA Brodie trademark, the sloping top tube gives more clearance in emergency situations.
WheelsKORE SpokesKORE brings reliable, lightweight spokes for a stronger wheel that stays true longer, with fewer broken spokes.
