Chinook

From Van Nicholas

USAGE

The Chinook’s geometry has been designed to deliver sprint performance and precision handling with a degree of comfort. The Chinook features traditional round tube construction and classic dimensions. It’s perfect for riders looking for the magical ride and look of Titanium in a lightweight, high performance and comfortable frame.

DESIGN

The Chinook is a high-spec road frame built on classic lines, intended for riders seeking the optimum performance solution for fast-paced racing. Ideal if you’re looking to be competitive in Criterium-style events, it delivers plenty of acceleration and stunning value.

MATERIAL

Full 3Al/2.5V Ti construction using aerospace-grade, cold-worked, tapered and size-specific round tubing with CNC machined detailing. Available in 50, 52, 54, 56, 58, 60, 62cm & Tailormade.

Specification

FRAME MATERIAL

» Van Nicholas custom drawn 3Al/2.5V seamless cold worked Titanium tubing

TUBING SPECIFICATIONS

» Chain stays: oversized 25.4mm, tapered, and ovalized

» Down Tube: 40mm traditional round shaped

» Head tube: traditional lightweight (Non-Integrated) 11/8" externally and internally CNC machined

» Seat stays: 17mm straight round shaped and tapered

» Seat Tube: 32mm round shaped with internal 27.2mm sleeve.

» Top Tube: 32mm round shaped (Size 48, 50, 52,54,56 and 58cm)

» Top Tube: 34.9mm round shaped (Size 60cm)

FRAME FEATURES

» CNC machined & slotted integrated shifter cable guides with 8-point detent

» CNC machined 3-dimensional sculpted 7mm thick Titanium dropouts

» CNC machined 68mm English threaded bottom bracket

» CNC machined and sculpted chain stay bridge

» CNC machined and sculpted chainstay bridge

» CNC machined and tapered cable stops

» Optimal size specific tubing (Larger diameter tubing used on larger size frames).

» Van Nicholas laser cut and welded Titanium head tube badge

FRAME FINISH

» Hand brushed finish. No paint or clear coat

COMPONENT SIZING

» Frame utilizes 27.2mm seat post diameter / Recommended length = 300mm

» Frame Utilizes 31.8mm / 1 ¼” front derailleur clamp

» Frame utilizes a 31.8mm / 1 ¼” seat post clamp

» Frame Utilizes a 68mm English threaded bottom bracket

» Frame utilizes a traditional 11/8” head set

Frame only E 1070,-

Complete from E 2159,-

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