Just two months after launching three carbon fibre models that were described as “redefining road”, Ribble has now added a new titanium bike to the range, the Allroad Ti. A road-focused model, but with large tyre clearances allowing for mixed terrain versatility, endurance-based geometry and aerodynamic performance, it definitely sounds like the kind of machine most of us need. The pricing is also competitive, with full bikes starting at £3,499.
The Allroad range launched back in July, and the bikes are designed as versatile road machines. This means there is some optimisation in terms of aerodynamic performance, but the bikes will also run wider tyres than most road bikes to allow them to be ridden across a whole range of terrains. The endurance specific geometry means a comfortable position, and handling that works on a range of surfaces.
The flagship carbon model, the SL R Hero, runs a full Shimano Dura-Ace groupset, comes with deep section Zipp 353 NSW wheels and weighs just 7.5kg, but with 38mm tyre clearance it’s arguably more than just a race bike.
> Ribble aims to “redefine road” with new Allroad range
Ribble has followed that theme with the Allroad Ti’s 3AL/2.5V frame incorporating 3D-printed junctions where the head, down and top tubes meet at the front end, and for the seat cluster at the rear for aerodynamic efficiency. The construction method has allowed for full internal cable/hose routing, and keeps things like the seat clamping mechanism out of the wind.
This certainly gives the Allroad Ti a clean and smooth look, especially with the aforementioned junctions flowing seamlessly into the tubing thanks to the welds being hand sanded, and details like subtle graphics and a debossed head tube logo boost the aesthetics.
As does the gloss black finished full carbon fibre fork.
Versatility is what the Allroad is all about though, and while the tyre clearance isn’t quite as big as the SL R it is still a very capable 35mm, plus you get the option of being able to run full mudguards too.
Ribble has specced a T47 bottom bracket, so blending the larger dimensions of a pressfit system with the durability and reliability of a threaded set-up. This dovetails nicely with titanium’s reputation for durability and year-round usage due to its corrosion resistant properties.
As you can no doubt notice from the photos of the front end, the Allroad has more relaxed geometry and a taller ride position than a pure race bike. This is to keep the bike easily controllable and fun to ride on various hardpacked surfaces, and also making the Allroad a decent choice for light touring, year-round training and commuting.
The Allroad Ti is available in five sizes ranging from XS to XL, which Ribble says will cover riders between 5’3” to 6’4” (160cm to 193cm). The large, for example, gets a 565mm top tube, 180mm head tube and a 520mm seat tube for reference, while the wheelbase is 1,005mm long.
The angles are 73.5° for the seat tube and 73° for the head tube, while the stack and reach figures are 587.6mm and 391mm respectively.
In terms of builds, there are four options available starting with the Sport and finishing with the Hero top level build. The bike that Ribble brought in to show us is the Hero model, but with a few upgrades from the Ribble online configurator such as the Zipp 353 NSW wheels. This would set you back £9,799.
The top two builds in the list below include Ribble’s new UB carbon fibre handlebar, which is designed with aerodynamic efficiency in mind.
Allroad Ti Sport (RRP £3,499)
Frame: 3AL-2.5V brushed Titanium, 3D printed headtube and seat-cluster
Fork: Allroad Ti Carbon, gloss black
Seatpost: Allroad Carbon, D-shaped, gloss black
Groupset: Shimano 105 12 Speed
Wheelset: Mavic Aksium 1 with Pirelli P7 Sport 32mm tyres
Handlebar: Level Alloy bar
Stem: RS-2 stem
Saddle: Selle Italia Model X Superflow
Weight: 9.91kg (medium)
Allroad Ti Enthusiast (RRP £4,099)
Frame: 3AL-2.5V brushed Titanium, 3D printed headtube and seat-cluster
Fork: Allroad Ti Carbon, gloss black
Seatpost: Allroad Carbon, D-shaped, gloss black
Groupset: Shimano 105 Di2 12 Speed
Wheelset: Mavic Aksium 1 with Pirelli P7 Sport 32mm tyre
Handlebar: Level Alloy bars
Stem: RS-2 stem
Saddle: Selle Italia Model X Superflow
Weight: 9.85kg (medium)
Allroad Ti Pro (RRP £5,499)
Frame: 3AL-2.5V brushed Titanium, 3D printed headtube and seat-cluster
Fork: Allroad Ti Carbon, gloss black
Seatpost: Allroad Carbon, D-shaped, gloss black
Groupset: Shimano Ultegra Di2 12 Speed
Wheelset: Mavic Cosmic S with Pirelli P Zero Road 32mm tyres
Handlebar: Ribble UB-2 carbon bar, gloss black
Stem: RS-2 stem
Saddle: Selle Italia SL R Boost Saddle
Weight: 9.35kg (medium)
Allroad Ti Hero (RRP £7,999)
Frame: 3AL-2.5V brushed Titanium, 3D printed headtube and seat-cluster
Fork: Allroad Ti Carbon, gloss black
Seatpost: Allroad Carbon, D-shaped, gloss black
Groupset: Shimano Dura Ace Di2 12 Speed
Wheelset: Zipp 303 Firecrest with Pirelli P Zero Race 32mm tyres
Handlebar: Ribble UB-2 carbon bar, gloss black
Stem: RS-2 stem
Saddle: Selle Italia SL R Boost 3D Kit Carbonio Superflow
Weight: 8.7kg (medium)
Allroad Ti Hero (shown, upgraded via configurator: RRP £9,799)
Frame: 3AL-2.5V brushed Titanium, 3D printed headtube and seat-cluster
Fork: Allroad Ti Carbon, gloss black
Seatpost: Allroad Carbon, D-shaped, gloss black
Groupset: Shimano Dura Ace Di2 12 Speed
Wheelset: Zipp 353 NSW with Pirelli P Zero Race 32mm tyres
Handlebar: Ribble UB-2 carbon bar, gloss black
Stem: RS-2 stem
Saddle: Selle Italia SL R Boost 3D Kit Carbonio Superflow
Weight: 8.5kg
We haven’t had chance to ride the Allroad Ti yet, so can’t give any first ride impressions or anything like that, but we do have a bike on order which should be with us very soon. Make sure you keep an eye out for the full in-depth review later in the year.
7 thoughts on “Ribble’s “redefining road” range expands with launch of Allroad Ti featuring 3D-printed titanium tube junctions and 35mm tyres”
Just wanted to check – the
Just wanted to check – the article says the flagship bike weighs 7.5kg but at the bottom it says 8.5kg – which one is it?
herewardthefake wrote:
“The flagship carbon model … weighs just 7.5kg”
The titanium bikes are heavier.
So the highest spec model
So the highest spec model comes in at £9799 and weighs 8.5kg. My 6 year old Enigma Evolve (mechanical 11 speed Campagnolo Chorus, rim brake, alloy Hunt wheels, with mudguards and pedals) comes in at 8.3kg. Are Ribble using a really heavy titanium tubing or something?
perfect1964 wrote:
According to Ribble’s website the frame weight 1700g and the forks 470g. I’d expect a bike that’s designed for light off-road use to be heavier than a road bike.
That’s portly. It means the
That’s portly. It means the smooth 3D printing looks cool but just adds weight.
Thank goodnesss they sacked
Thank goodnesss they sacked the pevious management and appear to be finally returning to some half-decent products. Ribble is never going to be an ‘iconic’ brand, but returning to value-for-money and not ‘butt ugly” wannabies as the past few years models have been may get them out of the financial mess the previous MD got them into.
Funny that, when their
Funny that, when their previous titanium offering morphed from traditional to dropped stays my reaction was just that – butt ugly. Of course from there on they never spared the ugly stick and things went from worse to worserer. So now they are back to “just” dropped stays, ho hum.
Edit – those saw-tooth rims are an offence to the eye (but they’re optional)