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Detailed Specs | Click Here for Image Gallery | Geometry Sizing Chart
Each Kestrel is Up to 80-90pct assembled and factory packed for shipping (some assembly, tuning/cable routing still required)
Please allow an additional 2 to 3 days time before your tracking number shows movement
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Shimano Ultegra SL, 20 Speed Road |
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Bikes come up to 80% assembled.. If you don't feel confident working on your bike, we suggest
you take it to a local bike shop for final assembly
& safety checks. How much Assembly? CLICK
HERE for sample assembly instructions and videos CLICK HERE for a special price on the full Video DVD/CD and Folding
Mini ToolKit |
The Kestrel RT700 was Selected by Outside Magazine as Gear of the Year - click here for the article
Highest Quality Carbon Superb Ride Just like the award winning RT700, the Talon uses Kestrel's unmatched carbon fiber know-how for a superior riding experience. Superb stiffness, superior strength, durability and Kestrel's legendary aerodynamic geometry lend to a road-smoothing ride with precise handling and efficient power transfer. Size-specific tuning optimizes the ride for every size, so you get the same precise handling with a responsive feel regardless of how big you are or where you ride. Highest Technology * Constantly varying tube sections and optimized shapes throughout, for increased torsional rigidity and bottom bracket stiffness * Full Internal cable routing Frame weight = 1.3kg* (approx avg.) Factory Direct Pricing Order yours while we still have them Each Kestrel is Up to 80-90pct assembled and factory packed for shipping (some assembly and tuning/cable routing still required) |
Frame | 700k Carbon Fiber - Structurally optimized one-piece modular Monocoque main triangle, Reinforced bottom bracket and chainstays for power transfer, 2xH2O bottle mounts, replaceable derailleur hanger,Frame weight = 1.3kg |
Fork | Kestrel Fluid Design Dedicated Carbon Fiber fork with 1.125 inch aluminum steerer tube, co-engineered with the frame for balanced handling feel and precision |
Crankset | FSA Carbon SLK-Lite w/ Hollow Integrated Spindle, 7075 CNC 39/53T Chainring |
Bottom Bracket | FSA MegaEXO exterior bearing system |
Pedals | None |
Front Derailleur | Shimano Ultegra SL 6600G, Braze-on |
Rear Derailleur | Shimano Ultegra SL 6600G |
Shifters | Shimano Ultegra SL 6600G |
Cassette/Freewheel | Shimano Ultegra SL, 10-speed, 12-23T (20 gears total) |
Chain | Shimano Ultegra 6600, 10-Speed (20 gears total) |
Front Hub | Mavic Aksium Race Sealed Cartridge Bearing |
Rear Hub | Mavic Aksium Race Sealed Cartridge Bearing |
Spokes | Bladed Stainless steel, 14g |
Rims | Mavic Aksium Race, Black w/ CNC sidewalls |
Tires | Continental ULTRASport, 700x23c with Ultralite presta tubes |
Brake Set | Cane Creek SC 3 w/Cartridge Pads |
Brake Levers | Shimano Ultegra SL 6600G |
Headset | FSA Orbit Road Sealed Cartridge Bearing Threadless 1 1/8" |
Handlebar | Profile Hammer OS Aluminum Bar 31.8mm |
Stem | Profile ARIS Aluminum threadless |
Tape/Grip | Kestrel Custom cork wrap |
Saddle | San Marco Ponza Power with Cro-Mo rails |
Seat Post | Kestrel Fluid Design Carbon Aero |
Seat Clamp | Kestrel bolt |
Sizes | 48cm, 52cm, 55 cm, 57 cm, 60 cm Geometry Sizing Chart |
Colors | BlackCarbon (as shown) Click Here for Image Gallery |
SPECIAL FACTORY DIRECT PRICE $1499 Save over $1700 from $3599.95 MSRP! This
bike comes 90% assembled. |