It might be simple to have a look at the load of the Gravitas Gen 13 cranksets and suppose, “that’s most likely the load for one of many arms.” However no. That pretty unbelievable declare of 279g contains each arms, spider, spindle, and the {hardware}. That ought to make it the lightest crankset on the market – which was Ted Ciamillo’s aim from the outset.
As Ted would inform it although, he didn’t actually need to get again into producing cranksets. However because of numerous clients begging for a brand new run, he determined to take intention on the ‘world’s lightest’ title within the course of.
Constructed round hole carbon fiber crank arms with an inside honeycomb construction for power, the crankset makes use of a detachable carbon spindle with alloy bearing faces.
This spindle development permits the spindle to be custom-made throughout development to suit totally different backside bracket requirements and chain traces (43.5 and 44.5mm). The crankset might be out there to suit SRAM DUB and all 30mm spindle configurations–although there’s no 24mm spindle choice.
3D rendering of the ultimate product
The chainring spider might be totally carbon and built-in into the crank arm. This spider is 2x particular, although Ciamillo might have a 1x suitable model by late spring. The crankset doesn’t embody chainrings, so that you’ll have to supply your personal compact 110 BCD chainrings – although Ciamillo recommends Praxis Buzz rings.
How a lot is the ‘world’s lightest crankset’? You might need to sit down. Even earlier than including chainrings and a backside bracket, the Gravitas Gen 13 crankset will set you again $1,888. That value contains the arms, spider, spindle, and {hardware}. As talked about, you’ll have to supply your personal backside bracket and chainrings.
Provided in 170mm or 172.5mm arms solely, the cranks have a 110kg weight restrict and can start transport on March 23. Keep tuned for an precise evaluate quickly!
