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Open Upper Concept Frameset
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Open Upper Concept Frameset
Description
10 years after the OPEN U.P. defined the gravel bike, we have perfected it.
The new UP & UPPER will come in several versions. First up: the U.P.PER. CONCE.PT. (in size M & L).
Following soon: The U.P. and U.P.PER. (in 5 sizes).
Design Details:
| Internal storage: | The U.P.PER. CONCE.PT. is as paired down as possible, which means it does not have internal storage. The upcoming new UP frame will have a new style of internal storage, one that does not affect your bottle cages in any way. |
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Thin seatstays provide compliance, while their bowed shape "pre-set" its flex for the best possible vibration absorption. For the new frames, the direction of the pre-set is rotated 90 degrees, so they bow out sideways instead of downward. |
| Offer the best power transfer yet still provide great tire clearance (up to 46mm - 44mm for the U.P.PER. CONCE.PT). As always, you should measure the tire when mounted on your rim, as the tire labels are not always accurate. | |
| The most boring seatpost size may not look like a design choice, but it is. It is light, offers great compliance and is compatible with a long list of seatposts, including many dropper and/or suspension posts should you desire to use one of those. | |
| The headtube is crucial for aerodynamics, as it is the first frame member to hit the airflow. The deep shape works wonders here, while underneath the carbon layup ensures the comfort stays high. A true win-win. | |
| We vary the fork crown shape and height significantly from size to size, in order to create the best stiffness and compliance balance for each size. It also ensures the handling is equally agile in every size. This is a first in bike design. | |
| The new standard for threaded BBs, embraced by the leading BB makers. It's spacious enough for any crank axle (oversized 30mm, SRAM DUB, Shimano, 24mm) and combine that with a wide 86mm BB shell to maximize the connection to the chainstays. | |
| Standard fender mount are eyelets, which can cause the fender wires to flex and rotate (causing rattling and even rubbing). Our unique fender mounts thread directly into the frame, thereby eliminating any rotation and stiffening the setup. |
Frame Specs:
| Weight Frame-only Size M, w/o metal parts ±3% |
845g Paint ready - including threaded BB shell |
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Weight Fork-only ±3%
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370g Uncut Steerer |
| Sizes | Medium/Large |
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RRTP (Raw-Ready-To-Paint)
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A clearcoat is not needed for UV protection but recommended to protect against scratches and wear. Some customers leave the frame bare. |
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BB standard
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T47 Internal 86mm |
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Front Derailleur Mount
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None |
| Brake Rotors: | 160/160mm |
| Headset |
Identical standard IS52/40 x 45o upper & lower bearing |
| Seatpost | 27.2mm |
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Included with frameset
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Headset Seattube Top Clamp Rail Clamp, Thru-Axles 2 RD Hangers 2 MultiStops (Di2, eTap) Cable Exit Stop Noise-Reduction Foam Sleeves Bottle Cage Bolts Manual |
Geometry:
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(Measurements in mm)
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M | L |
|---|---|---|
| Suggested Rider Height (cm) | 169-180 | 178-191 |
| Seattube Length (BB-to-top of TT) | 483 | 504 |
| Stack | 570 | 595 |
| Reach | 380 | 392 |
| Standover 2 | 777 | 799 |
| Headtube Angle | 71,5° | 72.5° |
| Seattube Angle | 73.5° | 73.5° |
| Toptube Length (Horizontal) | 545 | 564 |
| BB Drop | 75 | 73 |
| Front Center | 610 | 614 |
| Rear Center | 425 | 425 |
| Wheelbase | 1024 | 1028 |
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Description
10 years after the OPEN U.P. defined the gravel bike, we have perfected it.
The new UP & UPPER will come in several versions. First up: the U.P.PER. CONCE.PT. (in size M & L).
Following soon: The U.P. and U.P.PER. (in 5 sizes).
Design Details:
| Internal storage: | The U.P.PER. CONCE.PT. is as paired down as possible, which means it does not have internal storage. The upcoming new UP frame will have a new style of internal storage, one that does not affect your bottle cages in any way. |
|
|
Thin seatstays provide compliance, while their bowed shape "pre-set" its flex for the best possible vibration absorption. For the new frames, the direction of the pre-set is rotated 90 degrees, so they bow out sideways instead of downward. |
| Offer the best power transfer yet still provide great tire clearance (up to 46mm - 44mm for the U.P.PER. CONCE.PT). As always, you should measure the tire when mounted on your rim, as the tire labels are not always accurate. | |
| The most boring seatpost size may not look like a design choice, but it is. It is light, offers great compliance and is compatible with a long list of seatposts, including many dropper and/or suspension posts should you desire to use one of those. | |
| The headtube is crucial for aerodynamics, as it is the first frame member to hit the airflow. The deep shape works wonders here, while underneath the carbon layup ensures the comfort stays high. A true win-win. | |
| We vary the fork crown shape and height significantly from size to size, in order to create the best stiffness and compliance balance for each size. It also ensures the handling is equally agile in every size. This is a first in bike design. | |
| The new standard for threaded BBs, embraced by the leading BB makers. It's spacious enough for any crank axle (oversized 30mm, SRAM DUB, Shimano, 24mm) and combine that with a wide 86mm BB shell to maximize the connection to the chainstays. | |
| Standard fender mount are eyelets, which can cause the fender wires to flex and rotate (causing rattling and even rubbing). Our unique fender mounts thread directly into the frame, thereby eliminating any rotation and stiffening the setup. |
Frame Specs:
| Weight Frame-only Size M, w/o metal parts ±3% |
845g Paint ready - including threaded BB shell |
|
Weight Fork-only ±3%
|
370g Uncut Steerer |
| Sizes | Medium/Large |
|
RRTP (Raw-Ready-To-Paint)
|
A clearcoat is not needed for UV protection but recommended to protect against scratches and wear. Some customers leave the frame bare. |
|
BB standard
|
T47 Internal 86mm |
|
Front Derailleur Mount
|
None |
| Brake Rotors: | 160/160mm |
| Headset |
Identical standard IS52/40 x 45o upper & lower bearing |
| Seatpost | 27.2mm |
|
Included with frameset
|
Headset Seattube Top Clamp Rail Clamp, Thru-Axles 2 RD Hangers 2 MultiStops (Di2, eTap) Cable Exit Stop Noise-Reduction Foam Sleeves Bottle Cage Bolts Manual |
Geometry:
|
(Measurements in mm)
|
M | L |
|---|---|---|
| Suggested Rider Height (cm) | 169-180 | 178-191 |
| Seattube Length (BB-to-top of TT) | 483 | 504 |
| Stack | 570 | 595 |
| Reach | 380 | 392 |
| Standover 2 | 777 | 799 |
| Headtube Angle | 71,5° | 72.5° |
| Seattube Angle | 73.5° | 73.5° |
| Toptube Length (Horizontal) | 545 | 564 |
| BB Drop | 75 | 73 |
| Front Center | 610 | 614 |
| Rear Center | 425 | 425 |
| Wheelbase | 1024 | 1028 |
