Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Apex 1 -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 1 × 11 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
6061 Alloy, Hydro Formed T6 Aluminium, Multi Butted, SCR, Tapered Head Tube, Custom Drawn, Chainstay Flat Mount 160mm Disc Mount, DOX Cable Routing
Suspension Fork
Whyte Straight Bladed full Carbon Fork, Tapered Carbon Steerer, Internal Cable Routing, Flat Mount 180mm Dropouts, 12mm x 100mm Stealth Through Axle, Eyelets for Mudguards
Rear Shock
N/A
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM Apex 1, Long Cage, 11 Speed
Front Derailleur
N/A
Shift Levers
SRAM Apex 1, Full Hydraulic, 11 Speed
Cassette
SRAM XG-1150, 10-42, 11 Speed
Crank
Whyte, Forged Cranks, Direct Mount 38T Narrow Wide Chainring, 11 Speed
Bottom Bracket
BSA 68mm
Chain
SRAM PC-1110, 11 Speed
Pedals
None
Wheels
Front Hub
Alloy, Double Sealed Cartridge Bearings, Centre-lock, 12mm x 100mm Through Axle, 32 Hole, concealed hex key
Rear Hub
Alloy, Double Sealed Cartridge Bearings, Centre-lock, 12mm x 142mm Through Axle, XD Driver, 32 Hole
Rims
WTB ST i25 TCS 2.0 System, Pinned Joint, Tubeless Ready, 32 Hole
Spokes
DT Swiss Champion 2.0mm, Black Stainless, Brass Nipples
Tires
WTB Resolute TCS System 700c x 42c, Light/Fast, Tan Sidewall, Dual DNA Compound, Lightweight Tubeless Casing
Brakes
Brakes
SRAM Apex 1 Hydraulic, Centre-lock 180mm Disc, Flat Mount, Internal Routing
Brake Levers
SRAM Apex 1, Hydraulic
Cockpit
Stem
Whyte Alloy, +-7° Rise, 50cm 60mm, 52cm 70mm, 54cm 80mm, 56/58cm 90mm Extension
Handlebar
Whyte 500 by Controltech, 6061 Alloy, Gravel 20mm riser bar, 31.8mm x 500mm
Grips
Whyte Anti Slip, Cross Bar Tape
Headset
FSA No. 42, Integrated Road, 1 1/2" Lower and 1 1/8" Upper Sealed Cartridge Bearings
Seat
Saddle
Whyte Custom, Light Weight Triple Density Base, Triple Panel Design
Seatpost
Trans-X YSP18 dropper post, 30.9mm, 50/52/54 80mm Travel, 56/58 100mm Travel, Rocker Remote
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 50cm | 52cm | 54cm | 56cm | 58cm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.44 mm | 1.46 mm | 1.41 mm | 1.43 mm | 1.41 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 277 mm | 277 mm | 277 mm | 277 mm | 277 mm |
| Stack | 568 mm | 582 mm | 596 mm | 610 mm | 624 mm |
| Reach | 394 mm | 398.4 mm | 423 mm | 428 mm | 443 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 557 mm | 566 mm | 595 mm | 604 mm | 622 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74 ° | 74 ° | 74 ° | 74 ° | 74 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 500 mm | 520 mm | 540 mm | 560 mm | 580 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 130 mm | 145 mm | 160 mm | 175 mm | 190 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 423 mm | 423 mm | 423 mm | 423 mm | 423 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1030 mm | 1039 mm | 1070 mm | 1069 mm | 1100 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 72 mm | 72 mm | 72 mm | 72 mm | 72 mm |
| Standover Height | 782 mm | 799 mm | 816 mm | 833 mm | 850 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
Model Overview
FRISTON v3 is part of the Whyte Friston model. Whyte launched 6 bikes of this model so far.
Safety
When you go for a ride, don’t forget to put your helmet on. Moreover, ride with traffic, not against it. This will help you stay visible to drivers and also makes it easier for them to see you.
Average price for Gravel bikes
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Gravel bike is 2462$. However, you could also get a good Gravel bike even if you pay a lower amount than the average price. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2021 for 2188$. If we compare this with the average Gravel bike cost we notice that the price is 12.52% lower.
Internal Cable Routing
This bike has an internal cable routing. As a result, this helps to preserve the bike’s cables. No more cables around your bike.
Overview of components
Fork material
FRISTON v3 has a carbon fork, so, it is super light and stiff. In conclusion, a carbon fork gives you great control when steering, and is also more forgiving.
Wheels size
When leaving the production line, the FRISTON v3 model has 700c aluminum wheels. These wheels are the most used kind for road bikes in general. However, these wheels don’t perform so well when passing over obstacles.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Whyte FRISTON v3 is equipped with Hydraulic Disc brakes. With Hydraulic Disc brakes, you’ll be able to stop on a dime, even in wet or icy conditions. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.
Dropper post
Whyte FRISTON v3 comes with a dropper post. A dropper post is a must-have these days if you’re riding anything remotely technical. The main benefit of a dropper post is increased safety while riding. As mentioned above, the lever system allows you to quickly move the saddle out of the way when approaching descents or trail obstacles.