O.P.E.N. OPEN U.P. 2023
Bike details
Key information split into simple groups.
Frame summary
-
-
Frame Carbon
-
Wheels 700c
-
Suspension Rigid
-
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Recommended size guide.
SM
157cm - 172cm
MD
170cm - 180cm
LG
177cm - 190cm
XL
188cm - 200cm
Parts list
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Drivetrain
Crank
All road cranks
Bottom Bracket
BB386EVO pressfit 86.5x46mm BB shell
Brakes
Brakes
“140mm” (rear) caliper + 160mm rotor, no adaptors, 2x 39mm "screws for 30-34 mm rear mount thickness” (Campagnolo part# AC18-DBSC39)
Cockpit
Headset
Integrated IS42/28.6 | IS52/40 with 45x45 degree lower bearing). For example Cane Creek BAA1161 + BAA1131, Chris King DropSet 2 or Token Omega A83
Seat
Seatpost
27.2mm diameter, standard set-up zero-offset
Fit data
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.43 mm | 1.47 mm | 1.5 mm | 1.51 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 279 mm | 279 mm | 279 mm | 279 mm |
| Stack | 520 mm | 549 mm | 578 mm | 602 mm |
| Reach | 363 mm | 374 mm | 385 mm | 399 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 512 mm | 538 mm | 558 mm | 579 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 500 mm | 540 mm | 560 mm | 580 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 69.5 ° | 71 ° | 72.5 ° | 72.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 105 mm | 130 mm | 155 mm | 180 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1000 mm | 1006 mm | 1012 mm | 1030 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 70 mm | 70 mm | 70 mm | 70 mm |
| Standover Height | 741 mm | 765 mm | 789 mm | 813 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
| Rider Min Height | 157 cm | 170 cm | 177 cm | 188 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 172 cm | 180 cm | 190 cm | 200 cm |
Model Overview
U.P. completes the Open Up model. OPEN launched 5 frames of this model so far. Check out the entire range from 2023 of this model, by clicking this link.
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 Gravel frames
If you want an acceptable Gravel frame you should know that the average price is 1505$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Gravel frame, you couldn’t get a decent one. In conclusion, always check frame reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2023 for 3200$. Comparing the average cost of a Gravel frame to this one, you will see that U.P. price is 112.62% higher.
Average weight for Gravel frames
On a deeper look, we notice that the average weight of a Gravel frame is 1.93 kg (4.25 lbs). It is a good advantage to have a lighter bike than the average. However, a heavier bike is more efficient on descents.
U.P. weighs 1.04 kg (2.29 lbs) and is much lighter than the average. In short, the average Gravel frame weight is 85.58% higher than this one.
Overview of components
Fork material
When it comes to the fork, this frame has a carbon one, so, it’s a great addition to the frame’s value. However, carbon forks should be regularly inspected for damage because even the smallest crack could cause the fork to fall apart.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. OPEN U.P. has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. Hydraulic disc brakes are perfect for mountain biking, road cycling, and commuting. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
Sizes
OPEN U.P. frame has 4 sizes, in the range of 157 cm – 200 cm (5.15 ft – 6.56 ft). In conclusion, finding one for you shouldn’t be a problem.
