Argon 18 E-80 Frameset 2011

Manufacturers rarely make much of an R&D commitment in developing an entry-level bike, yet that’s what Argon 18 did last year when they totally redesigned the E-80. It now shares the same geometry as the E-114 and E-112, as well as internal brake and shift cables, all at a fraction of the price.

• Integrated concept: frame with E-80 specific carbon fork, ASP-4000 carbon aero seatpost (76/78degree), FSA headset and Tektro R725 brake calipers.
• 3005 T3 aluminium thermo-tech tubing (triple butted).
• Internal cable routing.
• HDS, Horizontal Dual System.
• E-Series Tri/TT-specific AFS Geometry.
• Bottom bracket shell with English thread.
• FSA Orbit IS-2(w/6.5mm Top cover, bearing 1-1/8", 36/45 degree) FSA Orbit TH-875-1 star nut included.
• ASP-4000 seatpost included.
• Braze-on front derailleur compatible with compact chainrings.
• CNC horizontal drop-outs with replaceable derailleur hanger.
• Weight: 1650g (Medium, frame only) fork: 495g.