Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon -
Wheels 650b -
Groupset Alfine -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain Belt Drive, IGH -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
ROSE CPTL Carbon Iridium-Silver M
Suspension Fork
ROSE CPTL Carbon, 12 mm thru axle Iridium-Silver
Drivetrain
Shift Levers
Shimano Alfine SLS 700
Cassette
Gates Carbon Drive pulley 22 t.
Crank
Shimano Alfine FC-S501, 39. Z black 39 t.
Pedals
ROSE Pro C 17 black/matt
Wheels
Rims
Rims: ROSE R Thirty Disc hubs: front: hub dynamo Shimano DH-UR705-3D rear: Shimano AlfineSG-S7001-11 black 27,5"
Tires
Horizon Road Plus TCS 47c, 27,5" 27,5"
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano Metrea BL-U5000 / BR-U5000 / SMRT500 140mm/140mm
Cockpit
Stem
ROSE CPTL Carbon silver 110mm
Handlebar
Level Nine Race, flat bar, 720 mm black stealth 31,8mm
Grips
Brooks Slender honey 130mm
Seat
Saddle
Brooks B17 Imperial honey
Seatpost
ROSE RC-170 Flex Carbon shiny carbon 27,2mm
About this model
CPTL RETRO belongs to the Rose Cptl model. Rose released 9 bikes variations of this model so far. You can easily view all of the Rose Cptl bikes models from 2019, here.
Model range prices
Rose CPTL SPEED 2019 is the cheapest bike model and costs 2760$. Rose CPTL RETRO 2019 is the most expensive one and costs 3184$.
Safety
When cycling always take safety very seriously. Wear a helmet, obey the traffic rules and wear hi-vis clothes. In short, take care of yourself so others can take care of you.
Average price for Commuter bikes
If you want an acceptable Commuter bike you should know that the average price is 762$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Commuter bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
This bike was released in 2019 and its price was 3184$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that CPTL RETRO price is 317.85% higher than the average cost of a Commuter bike.
CPTL RETRO components
Fork material
When it comes to the fork, this bike has a carbon one, so, it won’t add up to much weight to your bike. However, the price you have to pay for a carbon fork is considerably higher.
Wheels size
When it comes to wheels, the CPTL RETRO bike is equipped with the aluminum model. 650b wheels make a great choice if you want to sacrifice speed for comfort. However, if speed is what you’re after, 700c wheels are a better fit.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Rose CPTL RETRO is equipped with Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.
Sizes
This bike has one size only, so it might not fit you. In conclusion, make sure it fits you, or look for another model.