The Axis’s Easton UltraLite tubing is shaped to the same dimensions as the Cross Concept frame, and carbon fork is identical, giving you an impeccable foundation of a lightweight, efficient ride for cyclocross racing. But why stop there? The Axis can be more than one bike, if you are so inclined. It has rack and fender eyelets, plus wide, low gearing, so you can enjoy different kinds of excursions. After all, when the ride is this inviting, you should be able to spend more time on your bike. (One exception: You’ll spend less time on the Axis in ’cross races, because you’ll get to the finish line sooner.)
Highlights: Easton UltraLite aluminum frame. Bianchi carbon cyclocross fork with integrated headset. Shimano STI 18-speed shifting. WTB Cross Wolf 700x32C tires.
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Style |
18spd Compact Cyclo-cross |
Sizes |
44, 49, 52, 55, 57, 59, 61cm |
Colors |
Gloss Primer |
Frame |
Easton UltraLite, fender eyelets |
Fork |
Bianchi carbon, threadless alloy steerer, fender eyelets |
Retail Price |
$1,399.99 |
Headset |
Tange Integrated 1-1/8" threadless |
Handlebar |
Deda Elementi Piega |
Stem |
Bianchi Componenti |
Brakes/Levers |
Cane Creek SCX-5 cantilevers / Shimano Tiagra STI |
Crankset |
Sugino XD500D, 34/50T |
Bottom Bracket |
Cartridge |
Chain |
SRAM |
Cassette |
SRAM, 11/32T 9spd |
Pedals |
Wellgo clipless, 2-sided |
Wheels |
Alex ALX 298R wheelset |
Tires |
WTB Cross Wolf, 700x32C |
Derailleurs, r/f |
Shimano Deore LX 9spd / Shimano Tiagra 31.8mm |
Shifters |
Shimano Tiagra STI |
Saddle |
WTB Rocket V Race Carbon |
Seatpost |
Bianchi Componenti, 27.2mm |
Size, cm |
44 |
49 |
52 |
55 |
57 |
59 |
61 |
Seat Tube, mm |
440 |
490 |
520 |
550 |
570 |
580 |
610 |
Top Tube-actual, mm |
500 |
515 |
530 |
555 |
565 |
570 |
585 |
Top Tube-virtual, mm |
520 |
529 |
539 |
559 |
570 |
580 |
592 |
Chainstay, mm |
425 |
425 |
425 |
425 |
425 |
425 |
425 |
Fork Rake, mm |
50 |
50 |
50 |
50 |
50 |
50 |
50 |
Head Tube Angle, º |
72.5 |
72.5 |
72.5 |
72 |
72.5 |
72.5 |
72 |
Seat Tube Angle, º |
74 |
74 |
74 |
73 |
73 |
73 |
72.5 |
Wheelbase, mm |
989 |
995 |
1005 |
1020 |
1026 |
1036 |
1048 |
Standover Height, in |
28 |
29.5 |
30.5 |
31.5 |
32 |
32.5 |
33.5 |