Ritchey Septimer Break-Away Carbon Frameset: BLACK X-LARGE

The Ritchey Septimer Break-Away Carbon Frameset is a versatile all-road platform created for riders who want one bike for mixed-surface routes, everyday exploration and journeys further afield. Named after the Septimer Pass between Switzerland and Italy, it balances efficient road performance with the capability needed to discover gravel tracks and less-travelled routes.

Built around Tom Ritchey’s concept of an all-road bike that does not take sides, the Septimer gives riders the freedom to tailor the finished build to the terrain and adventure ahead. Its lightweight carbon construction and practical travel-focused design make it equally suited to local rides and destinations that require the bike to be packed for transport.

Features

• Patented Ritchey Carbon Break-Away® technology allows the frame to be quickly disassembled for transport and easily reassembled at the destination
• Break-Away coupling method is designed to preserve frame strength, ride quality and ease of assembly
• Packs into a purpose-built wheeled travel case for more convenient transportation
• External cable routing reduces disruption when preparing the bike for travel
• Clearance for 700 x 48c tyres provides the versatility required for road, gravel and mixed-surface riding
• Compatible with either 1x or 2x cranksets to support a wide range of drivetrain configurations
• Two bottle cage positions, top-tube bag mounts, frame rack and mudguard mounts provide multiple gear-carrying options
• Triple multipurpose mounts on each fork leg accommodate compatible cargo cages, racks and accessories
• Integrated carbon fork crown creates a clean headset interface while reducing stress around the steerer and crown junction
• Stealth wire routing supports Shimano 12-speed semi-wireless Di2 groupsets using EW-SD300 wire
• Replaceable rear derailleur hanger supports straightforward servicing and maintenance

Specifications

Frame material: Carbon fibre with stainless steel joints
Frame design: Patented Ritchey Break-Away® construction
Fork: Ritchey Carbon Adventure Fork with multipurpose, rack and mudguard mounts
Steerer: 1-1/8" straight steerer with integrated 45° crown race
Steerer length: 300mm
Axle-to-crown length: 393mm
Fork rake/offset: 50mm
Maximum spacers below stem: 30mm
Bottom bracket: 68mm English threaded
Seatpost diameter: 27.2mm
Seat collar: Integrated
Minimum seatpost insertion: 110mm
Rear axle spacing: 142mm with included 12mm alloy thru-axle
Front axle spacing: 100mm with included 12mm alloy thru-axle
Frame clearance width: 60mm
Fork clearance width: 60mm
Tyre clearance: 700 x 48c, dependent on tyre and rim manufacturer
Single chainring range: 36–46T with a 49.7mm chainline
Double chainring range: 46/30T–50/34T with a 47mm chainline
Drivetrain limitation: Not compatible with the Direct Mount standard or related T-Type derailleurs and cassettes
Derailleur hangers: Replaceable rear derailleur hanger and non-removable front derailleur hanger
Brake compatibility: Hydraulic or mechanical flat-mount brakes
Rotor compatibility: 140mm front and rear; 160mm maximum with separately available adaptors
Frame flat-mount bracket height: 20mm
Rear brake routing: External hydraulic hose routing or full external mechanical brake outer
Mechanical brake limitation: A mechanical brake cable splitter cannot be used
Hydraulic brake travel guidance: Follow the brake manufacturer’s recommendations when travelling with hydraulic brakes
Mechanical groupset fittings: Stops and guides kit available separately under part number 15000007129; not included with the frameset
Headset: Included Ritchey WCS headset with IS42/28.6 upper, 16mm stack height and IS42/30 lower
Fork mount payload: Subject to the rack manufacturer’s limit and must not exceed 2.5kg on each fork leg
Seat tube clamp torque: 3Nm maximum for both the lower clamp and upper seat clamp
Break-Away coupler torque: 5Nm
Coupler guidance: Do not lubricate the clamp or clamping area; torque key not included
Frame weight: 1,360g for size L, excluding thru-axle
Fork weight: 440g uncut, excluding thru-axle
Travel case dimensions: 21.6cm wide × 67.3cm high × 78.8cm long, including wheels
Included equipment: Wheeled travel case, downtube hinge clamp, WCS headset and front and rear 12mm alloy thru-axles