Argon 18 Gallium Disc KIT 2 DI2 – Ult Di2 2019
Bike details
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon
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Wheels 700c
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Groupset Ultegra Di2
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Suspension Rigid
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Drivetrain 2 × 11 Electronic
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Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Carbon
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Ultegra Di2 R8050
Front Derailleur
Shimano Ultegra Di2 R8050 Braze-On
Shift Levers
Shimano Ultegra Di2 R8070
Cassette
Shimano Ultegra R8000 11/28
Crank
Shimano Ultegra R8000 52/36
Bottom Bracket
Shimano BB Press Fit SM-BB72-41B
Chain
Shimano Ultegra HG700
Wheels
Rims
Mavic Ksyrium Disc CL
Tires
Vittoria Rubino Pro G+ 700x25
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano Ultegra R8070
Disk Rotors
Shimano RT800 FR: 160mm RR: 140mm
Cockpit
Stem
FSA Energy Alloy
Handlebar
FSA Energy Compact Alloy
Headset
FSA 37 + 3D 1" 1/2
Seat
Saddle
Prologo Nago Evo (T2.0)
Seatpost
Argon 18 Carbon 27.2mm
Fit data
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XXS | XS | SM | MD | LG | XL |
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| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.27 mm | 1.29 mm | 1.34 mm | 1.39 mm | 1.43 mm | 1.46 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 271 mm | 266 mm | 261 mm | 261 mm | 261 mm | 261 mm |
| Front Center | 564 mm | 568 mm | 578 mm | 594 mm | 606 mm | 617 mm |
| Rake | 43 mm | 43 mm | 42 mm | 43 mm | 43 mm | 44 mm |
| Trail | 70 mm | 64 mm | 61 mm | 60 mm | 60 mm | 57 mm |
| Stack | 477 mm | 495 mm | 526 mm | 555 mm | 578 mm | 599 mm |
| Reach | 377 mm | 385 mm | 392 mm | 398 mm | 404 mm | 411 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 502 mm | 522 mm | 542 mm | 562 mm | 580 mm | 599 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 75.5 ° | 74.5 ° | 74 ° | 73.5 ° | 73 ° | 72.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 420 mm | 455 mm | 493 mm | 530 mm | 565 mm | 595 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 71 ° | 72 ° | 72.7 ° | 72.7 ° | 72.7 ° | 73 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 75 mm | 85 mm | 110 mm | 140 mm | 165 mm | 185 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 418 mm | 418 mm | 418 mm | 418 mm | 418 mm | 418 mm |
| Wheelbase | 973 mm | 976 mm | 984 mm | 1000 mm | 1013 mm | 1024 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 65 mm | 70 mm | 75 mm | 75 mm | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Standover Height | 677 mm | 703 mm | 733 mm | 767 mm | 797 mm | 823 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
About this model
Gallium Disc KIT 2 DI2 – Ult Di2 belongs to the Argon18 Gallium model. Argon 18 released 34 bikes variations of this model so far. You can easily view all of the Argon18 Gallium bikes models from 2019, here.
Model range prices
Argon 18 Gallium CS Kit 3 105 2019 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 2099$. On the other hand, Argon 18 Gallium Pro KIT 1 – DA Di2 2019, is the most expensive and costs 8999$.
Safety
Take safety seriously when you ride your bike, and always wear your helmet. Moreover, don’t ride on the sidewalk. This is actually against the law in some states and can be dangerous for both you and pedestrians.
Average price for Race bikes
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Race bike is 3350$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Race bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
When Argon 18 released this model in 2019, its price was 4999$. If we compare this with the average Race bike cost we notice that the price is 49.22% higher.
Overview of components
Fork material
The fork on this bike is made out of carbon, 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 Gallium Disc KIT 2 DI2 – Ult Di2 model has 700c aluminum wheels. These are the most popular wheels for road, aero, gravel, cyclocross, race, and gravel bikes. However, while they give you great speed and control, these wheels are not so bump-friendly.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The Gallium Disc KIT 2 DI2 – Ult Di2 has 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.
