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P-29er Frameset
Description
The P-29er reemerges as a pinnacle in modern cross-country mountain biking, spearheaded by Tom Ritchey's passion for trail riding and informed by his extensive experience. Crafted around Ritchey's proprietary triple-butted Logic steel tubing, this frameset epitomizes the brand's storied legacy in mountain biking. Engineered with contemporary XC geometry, the P-29er offers a harmoniously balanced ride characterized by both agility and comfort.
Designed to excel on tight, technical singletracks, the P-29er embodies Ritchey's dedication to the sport, embracing the challenges of roots, rocks, and dynamic terrain. It features BOOST spacing, stealthy dropper post routing, and an ultralight forged tapered headtube, catering to the demands of modern XC enthusiasts. Supporting up to 2.3" tires, the P-29er stands as the definitive cross-country companion, blending responsive handling with predictable stability.
Drawing from a lineage that spans decades, the P-29er inherits from its renowned P-series predecessors, which have shaped the evolution of mountain biking. This latest iteration not only pays homage to its heritage but also integrates contemporary advancements essential for today's riders. Positioned as a testament to the spirit of relentless trail exploration, the P-29er reaffirms its status as an emblem of adventure and endurance in the realm of cross-country cycling.
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- Material: heat-treated, triple-butted Ritchey Logic steel tubing - TIG welded
- Ultra-light forged and machined tapered head tube
- Electrophoretic Deposition (ED Coat) treated for corrosion resistance
- Headset:
- WCS headset included (upper IS42/28.6 | lower IS52/40)
- Headset upper bearing 41.8mm OD / IS42/28.6 (S.H.I.S.)
- Headset lower bearing 51.9mm OD / IS52/40 (S.H.I.S.)
- Seat tube clamp size: integrated (2.5Nm max for chain guides – 28.6mm clamp)
- 27.2mm seat tube with stealth dropper routing
- Bottom bracket: 73mm - English threaded
- Crankset maximum ring size: 38T single
- Designed for 1X chainrings
- Chainline: 52mm
- Recommended tire size: 29x2.25 (2.3 max) - tire size varies by rim and tire manufacturer
- Post-mount rear brake: 160mm (180mm max - adaptors available separately)
- Bottle cage mounts: Two (one on downtube and one on seat tube) *Note: size small frames include only a downtube bottle cage mount
- Sizes: S (15") / M (17") / L (19") / XL (20.5")
- Weight: 2,315g (M/17")
- Color: Dirt in Blood
- BOOST 148mm spacing (12mm alloy thru-axle included)
- Optimized for 100mm (BOOST) suspension travel fork or 483mm axle-crown rigid fork
- External cable routing
- Replaceable stainless-steel derailleur hanger
Geometry
| Size | Small (16") | Large (16") | Medium (17.5") | XL (20.5) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wheel Size | 29" or 27.5" | 29" or 27.5" | 29" or 27.5" | 29" or 27.5" |
| Stack | 605.6mm | 617.3mm | 612.6mm | 626.6mm |
| Reach | 417mm | 445mm | 430mm | 460mm |
| Head Angle | 68° | 68.5° | 68.5° | 68.5° |
| Seat Angle | 74° | 73.5° | 74° | 73.5° |
| Top Tube Length | 591.3mm | 605mm | 606.3mm | 644mm |
| Head Tube Length | 100mm | 110mm | 105mm | 120mm |
| Standover | 742.3mm | 799.5mm | 771.3mm | 826.9mm |
| Fork Offset | 51mm | 51mm | 51mm | 51mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 58mm | 58mm | 58mm | 58mm |
| Wheelbase | 1128.4mm | 1155.3mm | 1138.4mm | 1173.9mm |
| Chainstay Length | 439mm | 439mm | 439mm | 439mm |