Septimer Break-Away Carbon Frameset

Sizes and Availability

Sizes not in stock are special order and can be with us in a couple of weeks, if in stock with Ritchey. Please contact us to confirm availability on out-of-stock sizes.

Overview

Named after the Septimer Pass, which stretches between the border of Switzerland and Italy, Ritchey’s Septimer embodies Tom Ritchey’s vision of an all-road bike that doesn’t take sides. This bike is designed to be the one bike you’ll ever need — whether you’re uncovering hidden routes or breaking free for an adventure.

• Lightweight carbon fiber frame and fork make it perfect for reaching new heights.
• Compatible with 700 x 48c tires, ideal for tackling roads that have remained unchanged for thousands of years.
• Features Ritchey’s patented Break-Away system that allows for quick and easy disassembly, fitting into its own sturdy travel case. Reassembly is simple, so you can start your journey without delay.
• External cable routing reduces the hassle of preparing your bike for travel.
• Equipped with multiple mounts to keep your gear accessible and your adventure ongoing.
• Compatible with 1x or 2x cranksets, making it suitable for long-distance pedaling or climbing ancient passes.

Tech Specs

Frame

• Design: Patented Ritchey Break-Away® design.
• Material: Carbon fiber with stainless steel joints.
• Seat tube: 27.2mm with integrated seat collar (max torque setting: 5Nm).
• Minimum seatpost insertion: 110mm.
• Bottom bracket: 68mm - English threaded.
• Spacing: 142mm (12mm alloy thru-axle included).
• Crankset compatibility: 1X (36 to 46t) or 2X (46/30t to 50/34t).
• Other features:
  • 2 bottle cage mounts.
  • Top tube bag mounts.
  • Rack and fender mounts.
  • External cable routing.
  • Stealth wire routing for semi-wireless Di2 groupsets (Shimano Di2 EW-SD300 wire for 12-speed only).
  • Replaceable derailleur hanger.
  • Removable front derailleur mount.
  • WCS headset included (upper IS42/28.6 - 16mm stack height | lower IS42/30).
  • Downtube hinge clamp included.
  • Note: Stops/guides kit for mechanical groupsets available separately (IMD 15000007129 x 1pc).

Fork

• Model: Ritchey Carbon Adventure Fork with multi-purpose rack and fender mounts.
• Steerer: 1-1/8" straight steerer with integrated 45-degree crown race.
• Steerer length: 300mm.
• Axle-crown: 393mm.
• Rake/Offset: 50mm.
• Spacing: 100mm (12mm alloy thru-axle included).
• Maximum spacers below stem: 30mm.
• Max payload: 3kg per side.

Tire Compatibility

• Wheel and tire clearance: 700 x 48c (depending on tire/rim manufacturer).
• Frame spacing: 60mm.
• Fork spacing: 60mm.

Brake Compatibility

• Flat-mount brakes (front and rear): 140mm (160mm max with adaptors available separately).
• Frame flat-mount bracket height: 20mm.
• Brake hose routing: Full external rear brake hose for both hydraulic and mechanical brakes.
• Hydraulic brake compatibility: Please refer to brake manufacturer recommendations for traveling with hydraulic brakes.

Details

• Sizes: S / M / L / XL.
• Frame weight: 1,360g (size L, without thru-axle).
• Fork weight: 440g (uncut, without thru-axle).
• Color: Black & White.
• Downtube Break-Away coupler torque: 5Nm (Do not lubricate clamp or clamping area). Torque Key not included.
• Travel case dimensions: 8.5” / 21.6cm W x 26.5” / 67.3cm H x 31” / 78.8cm L (with wheels).