Van Nicholas Astraeus Ultegra Di2 Titanium Road Bike 2013

New for 2013:
Internal Cable routing and tapered intergrated headset!

Usage
For the rider who wants the best. Period. The Van Nicholas Astraeus combines the ultimate in Ti material and fine detailed design to create a top class performer. Equally at home leading the race or for blasting a day long ride, absolute performance is the hallmark of this bike. The Astraeus demands the fastest of riders, are you up to it?

Design
The Van Nicholas Astraeus is the result of an extensive planning, design, and testing programme. Utilizing a compact design, the Astraeus sets the benchmark for Titanium frames. The Astraeus maintains the magical ride qualities Titanium is famous for, but also delivers a stiffness not seen before in a Ti frame. A climber’s dream, its acceleration and performance in the sprint make it a perfect choice the obsessed.

Material
Full 3AL/2.5V Ti custom drawn 3Al/2.5V seamless double-butted Titanium construction using aerospace-grade, cold-worked, tapered and size-specific round tubing with CNC machined detailing. Available in 50, 52, 54, 56, 58, 60cm & Tailormade

Frame Material

» Van Nicholas Hydroformed 3Al/2.5V seamless double-butted cold worked Titanium tubing

Build:
Van Nicholas VNT SL forks,
Shimano Ultegra Di2 Groupset,
Van Nicholas VNT finishing kit,
Easton Aero wheels,
FSA Orbit MX Headset,
Van Nicholas VNT saddle,
Van Nicholas VNT bar tape,
Vrederstein Fortezza Tri Comp tyres,
Van Nicholas VNT alloy seat clamp.

Frame Material

» Van Nicholas Hydroformed 3Al/2.5V seamless double-butted cold worked Titanium tubing

Tubing Specifications

» Chain stays: oversized 25.4mm, tapered, and ovalized
» Down Tube: Van Nicholas Double Butted 3AL/2.5V Ti 40mm vertically ovalized
» Head tube: traditional lightweight (Non-Integrated) 11/8" externally and internally CNC machined
» Seat stays: 17mm straight round shaped and tapered
» Seat Tube: 34.9mm round shaped with internal 31.6mm sleeve.
» Top Tube: Van Nicholas Double Butted 3AL/2.5V Ti 32mm vertically ovalized

Frame Features

» CNC machined & slotted integrated shifter cable guides with 8-point detent
» CNC machined 3-dimensional sculpted 7mm thick Titanium dropouts
» CNC machined 68mm English threaded bottom bracket
» CNC machined and sculpted chain stay bridge
» CNC machined and sculpted chainstay bridge
» CNC machined and tapered cable stops
» Extended seat tube increases stand over height while creating a smaller and stiffer front triangle
» Internally routed rear brake cable (point to point internal sleeve > NO FISHING CABLES)
» Van Nicholas laser cut and welded Titanium head tube badge

Frame Finish
» High Lust Hand Polished frame finish. No paint or clear coat.

Component Sizing
» Frame utilizes 31.6mm seat post diameter / Recommended length = 300mm
» Frame Utilizes 34.9mm front derailleur clamp
» Frame utilizes a 34.9mm seat post clamp
» Frame Utilizes a 68mm English threaded bottom bracket
» Frame utilizes a traditional 11/8” head set