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Van Nicholas Astraeus D-Ace 54 Titanium Road Racing Bike

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Customers outside of the UK must follow the instructions belowalong with our standard returns procedure.

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Warranty items need to be returned to us at the below address with the package clearly marked as "Warranty" so that we can send them to the supplier to start the warranty procedure - warranty cases are handled by the brand or supplier of the goods and normally have a 1-3 week turn around.

Warranty items must be returned with a copy of your original receipt (the is a requirement of the brands/ suppliers).

No monies can be refunded until an item is accepted for warranty by the brand/ supplier

Returns Address

Returns Dept
Pedal Revolution
63-67 Bethel Street
Norwich
Norfolk
NR2 1NR

Van Nicholas Astraeus D-Ace 54 Titanium Road Racing Bike

Brand:Van Nicholas

Code:sb015

Usage For the rider who wants the best. Period. The Van Nicholas Astraeus combines the ultimate in Ti material and fine detailed design to create a top class performer. Equally at home leading the race or for blasting a day long ride, absolute performance is the hallmark of this bike. The Astraeus demands the fastest of riders, are you up to it? Design The Van Nicholas Astraeus is the result of an extensive planning, design, and testing programme. Utilizing a compact design, the Astraeus sets the benchmark for Titanium frames. The Astraeus maintains the magical ride qualities Titanium is famous for, but also delivers a stiffness not seen before in a Ti frame. A climber’s dream, its acceleration and performance in the sprint make it a perfect choice the obsessed. Material Full 3AL/2.5V Ti custom drawn 3Al/2.5V seamless double-butted Titanium construction using aerospace-grade, cold-worked, tapered and size-specific round tubing with CNC machined detailing. Available in 50, 52, 54, 56, 58, 60cm & Tailormade Frame Material:

» Van Nicholas Hydroformed 3Al/2.5V seamless double-butted cold worked Titanium tubing Tubing Specifications

» Chain stays: oversized 25.4mm, tapered, and ovalized

» Down Tube: Van Nicholas Double Butted 3AL/2.5V Ti 40mm vertically ovalized

» Head tube: traditional lightweight (Non-Integrated) 11/8" externally and internally CNC machined

» Seat stays: 17mm straight round shaped and tapered

» Seat tube: Van Nicholas Double Butted 3AL/2.5V Ti 32mm with Titanium sleeve for 27.2mm seat post

» Top Tube: Van Nicholas Double Butted 3AL/2.5V Ti 32mm vertically ovalized Frame Features

» CNC machined & slotted integrated shifter cable guides with 8-point detent

» CNC machined 3-dimensional sculpted 7mm thick Titanium dropouts

» CNC machined 68mm English threaded bottom bracket

» CNC machined and sculpted chain stay bridge

» CNC machined and sculpted chainstay bridge

» CNC machined and tapered cable stops

» Extended seat tube increases stand over height while creating a smaller and stiffer front triangle

» Internally routed rear brake cable (point to point internal sleeve > NO FISHING CABLES)

» Van Nicholas laser cut and welded Titanium head tube badge

» WELDED water bottle Bosses; NO alloy pop-rivets. Frame Finish

» High Lust Hand Polished frame finish. No paint or clear coat. Component Sizing

» Frame utilizes 31.6mm seat post diameter / Recommended length = 300mm

» Frame Utilizes 34.9mm front derailleur clamp

» Frame utilizes a 34.9mm seat post clamp

» Frame Utilizes a 68mm English threaded bottom bracket

» Frame utilizes a traditional 11/8 head set

Frame: Van Nicholas Astraeus 54cm

Fork: Reynolds Carbon

Headset: Chris King

Groupset: Dura Ace 7900

Wheels: Reynolds Assult

Handlebars: Ritchey WCS

Stem: Ritchey WCS

Seatpost: Van Nicholas Titanium

Saddle: Van Nicholas VNT

Tyres: Schwalbe Stelvio

Weight: 7.9kg

Sizing Information

Sizing Chart

Van Nicholas Astraues Geometry
  XS S M ML L XL
Effective Framse Size (A) 50 52 54 56 58 60
Seat Tube Length (B) 47 49 51 53 55 57
Seat Tube Length (C) 43.5 45.5 47.5 49.5 51.5 53.5
Effective Top Tube (D) 52 53.1 54 55 56.6 57.7
Actual Top Tube (E) 50.4 51.5 52.3 53.3 54.8 55.9
Head Tube Angle (F) 72° 72.5° 72.5° 73° 73° 73.5°
Head Tube Length (G) 13 14 15.5 17 18.5 20
Chain Stay Length (H) 40.5 40.5 40.5 40.5 40.5 40.8
Seat Tube Angle (I) 75° 74.5° 74° 73.5° 73° 72.5°
Wheel Base (J) 97.1 97.3 97.7 97.8 98.8 99.2
Front Center (K) 57.6 57.8 58.3 58.3 59.4 59.4
Bottom Bracket Drop (L) 7 7 7 7 7 7
Fork Rake (M) 4.3 4.3 4.3 4.3 4.3 4.3
Weight (lbs) 2.92 3.04 3.08 3.12 3.25 3.27
Weight (kgs) 1.32 1.38 1.40 1.42 1.47 1.48

All dimensions in centimeters or degrees unless otherwise noted.

Fit Chart
Height (in) 5'0" - 5'4" 5'3" - 5'7" 5'6" - 5'10" 5'9" - 6'1" 6'0" - 6'4" 6'3" - 6'6"
Height (cm) 152 - 163 160 - 170 168 - 178 175 - 185 183 - 193 191 - 200
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    Pretty light and very comfy road bike with cool looks and tons of durability
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