Whyte FRISTON v2 2020
2020 Road
Estimate price |
2,274$
Weight | 10.1 kg 
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 Carbon Fork, Tapered Alloy Steerer, Internal Cable Routing, Flat Mount 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
SRAM Apex 1, X-SYNC, 40T Chainring, 50/52 170mm, 54 172.5mm, 56/58 175mm 11 Speed
Bottom Bracket
SRAM GXP, 68mm
Chain
SRAM PC-1110, 11 Speed
Pedals
None
Wheels
Front Hub
Alloy, Double Sealed Cartridge Bearings, 12mm x 100mm Through Axle, 32 Hole
Rear Hub
Alloy, Double Sealed Cartridge Bearings, 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, 160mm Rotor, 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 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
Whyte 6061 Alloy, 20mm Offset, 30.9mm x 350mm, 2 Bolt Clamp
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 50cm | 52cm | 54cm | 56cm | 58cm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.42 mm | 1.44 mm | 1.39 mm | 1.41 mm | 1.4 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 277 mm | 277 mm | 277 mm | 277 mm | 277 mm |
| Stack | 561 mm | 575 mm | 589 mm | 603 mm | 618 mm |
| Reach | 394 mm | 398 mm | 423 mm | 428 mm | 443 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 555 mm | 564 mm | 593 mm | 602 mm | 621 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 | 433 mm | 433 mm | 433 mm | 433 mm | 433 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1044 mm | 1054 mm | 1085 mm | 1095 mm | 1115 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 72 mm | 72 mm | 72 mm | 72 mm | 72 mm |
| Standover Height | 774 mm | 795 mm | 812 mm | 827 mm | 848 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
Model Overview
FRISTON v2 is part of the Whyte Friston model. 6 bikes variations carry this model name so far.
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 bikes
According to our calculations, the average cost of a Gravel bike that is reliable is 2462$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Gravel bike. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 2067$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that FRISTON v2 price is 19.11% lower than the average cost of a Gravel bike.
Gravel bikes average weight
Gravel bikes weigh an average of 8.13 kg (17.92 lbs). You will have a greater advantage on climbs if your bike is easier than the average. On descents, however, a heavier bike will give you extra speed.
Weighing 10.1 kg (22.27 lbs), the FRISTON v2 model is much heavier than average. In other words, this model is 24.23% heavier than the average Gravel bike.
Internal Cable Routing
Another thing to mention, is the internal cable routing of this bike. In conclusion, this helps you too, keep the bike cables in mint condition, and also it looks better. No more cables, surrounding the bike.
FRISTON v2 components
Fork material
The fork is made out of carbon, 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
As for the wheels, Whyte FRISTON v2 2020, has a 700c aluminum model. 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
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Whyte FRISTON v2 has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. With Hydraulic Disc brakes, you’ll be able to stop on a dime, even in wet or icy conditions. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.