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Toby Howes Page 12 Page 32 Page 40 Page 50 1 Head of Product Design
Cycling goes mainstream
A few years ago in a previous introduction, I wrote that cycling There’s much that’s new this year. seemed to be everywhere I looked. With hindsight, cycling’s more Flight gets a semi-hydroformed frameset and all models now have mainstream public presence was in its infancy back then. Today it’s hydraulic disc brakes. The new Advance series is a range of quick yet firmly established. Cycle cafes, cycle Fridays, kids training schemes, comfortable road bikes ideal for commuting and weekend touring. Boris bikes, maps, apps, superhighways, British world champions, If you want a versatile all-rounder, take a look at Dual Track. They’re media coverage. The list goes on. It really is a welcome sight to see Page 60 Page 70 Page 80 Page 88 easy to ride and handle well under load whether you’re carrying cyclists and cycling being given serious consideration. luggage or using a child seat. After all, cycling is a simple pursuit which for a relatively small outlay Other new arrivals include the World series Tour. At £599.99 it’s a can provide many benefits. As well as improved health and offering great first tourer or robust commuter. Finally, we’re now offering a cost-effective alternative to high fuel and ticket prices, riding a bike a 20” wheel boy’s and girl’s bike with a simple steel fork. RX20 & allows you to accurately manage your journey time. It’s fast, efficient Cherry are slightly lighter than their suspension fork equivalents and and provides freedom that other modes of transport just can’t offer. are aimed at a more tarmac orientated rider. At Ridgeback we continue to look at everything cycling to make sure There’s never been a better time to be cycling, so whatever your Connect with us on Facebook, get the latest each new range meets the varied needs of today’s cyclists. riding style, we’re sure you’ll find a Ridgeback that’s right for you in news with Toby’s blog, check spec, geometry and FAQs, plus find your nearest dealer. this year’s brochure and online at ridgeback.co.uk. ridgeback.co.uk
2012/13 Range ridgeback.co.uk Making history Since 1983 Ridgeback has been building bikes for UK riders and has an unmatched reputation for innovation and quality. From high performance flat bar and touring bikes to comfortable commuters and children’s bikes, Ridgeback leads the way. Toby Howes looks back at some of Ridgeback’s landmark bikes. 2003 : The Switch Storm 2006 : Dual Track Advance 2008 : 25th Anniversary
Mountain or street bike? Big wheels keep on rolling 25th Anniversary
Ridgeback’s Urban series were another Other milestones include, Dual Track, a In 2008, to mark our 25th anniversary, trend setter. In 1998 these slick tyred, street robust all rounder with 29” wheels aimed the R25 was launched. This was a 2 mountain bikes were not only lots of fun at riders looking for a more comfortable off limited edition of one hundred very 3 to ride but provided a serious alternative road experience. Originally designed as a special flat bar road bikes. Based on a to the more traditional commuting bike. mountain bike, today’s Dual track is more prototype bike I was riding at the time, Becoming the Switch series in 2003, they off-road hybrid than mtb. the R25 was Ridgeback’s most advanced ran right up until last year. flat bar bike to date. The first Ridgeback 2002 : Genesis Day 03 Using 700c road rims instead of traditional 26 inch wheels, the Dual Track’s larger tyres Five years on and it’s now clear that the
give the bike a longer contact patch for R25 was a precursor of the future of improved traction whilst rolling over lumps braking on performance flat bar bikes, Nearly 30 years ago in 1983, Ridgeback Something totally new and bumps more smoothly. as it was equipped with Shimano Deore launched the UK’s first mountain bike. XT hydraulic discs, capable of awesome In 2001 we created the flat bar road bike. stopping power. Today, all Flight series Roxy Originally named Genesis, this new breed of bikes are equipped with hydraulic disc fast commuter sports bike is seen as one brakes. 1990 saw the arrival of the Ridgeback of the last significant developments in cycle Roxy, an early forerunner of today’s Rapide genres. series - the benchmark by which all other commuter bikes are measured. Despite having undergone significant evolution, Ridgeback’s award winning design continues today in the Flight series.
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Thanks to lighter weight aluminium and steel alloys the traditional bike frame has attained new All Ridgeback frames are designed to provide Whilst similar parts specifications are common to 4 5 levels resilience and responsiveness. We can chose from other manufacturer’s components for the best blend of performance, handling and ride many bike brands, Ridgeback frame geometries quality. Meticulously constructed from lightweight are designed to work with the forks, stems and the best set-up, but the frame has the greatest influence on ride feel. Luckily it’s the component aluminium or Reynolds steel, tube diameter and tyres, and relevant riding style to ensure that that can be most adapted to perform the way we need it to. wall thickness are specified according to frame everything is in balance and working together to size and intended use. maximum advantage. Constructed to the highest standard, Ridgeback frames are built to last, so they’re guaranteed for life.
aluminium Frame tubes are Initial set up against Checking seat stay Inspecting frame precisely mitred frame drawings configuration alignment
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client : ridgeback strictly confidential Anatomy of a commuter
Frame Built using lightweight aluminium or steel tubing, Ridgeback frames Tyres have a geometry designed for Continental tyres are all about comfortable power output and reliability. New technology has confident handling. Constructed with enabled the use of tougher yet generous tyre clearance as well as lighter materials to radically useful mudguard and rack fittings, reinforce tyres against intrusion the frame provides a balanced blend from sharp objects. In simple of comfort and ride quality. language, whilst not yet a thing of the past, punctures are now few and far between.
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Shimano Probably the most important name in cycling. While all brands use Shimano components to some degree, Ridgeback strives to use Disk Brakes complete Shimano transmission Perfect for regular city riding, systems where specifications allow hydraulic disc brakes have a safe, to provide the highest level of modulated lever feel and provide shifting function and reliability. incredible stopping power in all conditions, especially in the wet. Additionally little adjustment is needed as pad wear is low.
2012/13 Range ridgeback.co.uk Anatomy of a commuter Chris: Balerno to Edinburgh Quay Until recently my ride was six miles but I’ve recently discovered a really tranquil towpath route and now the journey is closer to seven Flight Rider miles and takes about 10 minutes longer. It’s worth it though as I prefer riding along beside the canal.
Model:Model: FlightFlight 03 Frequency of cycling: daily for commuting Flight range page 50 - 59 Ride frequency: Daily
Vanessa: © 2012 Google Kilburn to Ealing Using main roads, it’s a five mile commute to my practise however I know lots of shortcuts and if I’m really going for it I can get my time 8 9 down to less than 25 minutes. I’ve cycled
Dual Track Rider regularly for five years now and don’t think I’d ever go back to driving.
Model: Dual Track x2.3 Dual Track range page 40 - 49 Ride frequency: At least three times per week
© 2012 Google Stuart: Shoreham to Brighton
Riding along the seafront beats public transport every which way. Of course down
Rapide Rider here, the weather can be challenging but cycling is easily doable with the right clothing so I still manage to bike in most days.
Rapide range page 12 - 31 Model: Metro Frequency of cycling: a few times a week for shopping Model: Velocity Ride frequency: Almost every day © 2012 Google
2012/13 Range ridgeback.co.uk A Ridgeback Rapide series bike offers the perfect combination of speed, comfort and practicality.
With the upright feel of a traditional bike, a Metro series Ridgeback offers easy shifting, great brake performance and not too many gears.
A robust all-rounder that’s self-assured on rough terrain yet feels comfortably balanced on city streets and canal towpaths.
Quick and adaptable, a Ridgeback Flight performs at the highest level on city streets, in rugged urban conditions and even on light off road trails.
10 Highly versatile bikes for transport to 115 training and everything in between.
Long distance tourer, rugged commuter or just for day rides, a World series bike offers a cycling experience steeped in history but with the benefit of contemporary technology.
Off-road bikes designed for durability and comfort.
All Kids Ridgebacks have a light aluminium frame that allows a child to lift and handle their bike with ease. GO FURTHER
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Built for commuting and everyday riding, a Ridgeback Rapide offers the perfect combination of speed, comfort and practicality.
2012/13 Range ridgeback.co.uk Adaptable and stylish with the durability needed for everyday use
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A short test ride of one of these benchmark commuter hybrids will confirm why so many people choose a bike from this popular category. With the strength of a mountain bike, road geometry and smooth rolling 700c wheels, the Rapide’s sleek aluminium frame is built using size specific tubing for a responsive yet resilient ride.
Reliability is essential when a bike is used for daily transport. A full Shimano drivetrain ensures accurate and consistent shifting over time whilst Continental puncture resistant tyres make a significant contribution to many puncture free miles. Mudguard and rack fittings are standard on all Rapide models.
With wide ratio gearing, ergonomic triple density grips and a comfortable saddle, a Ridgeback Rapide is commute ready as well as Continental Contact tyres offer Women’s open frame design Shimano cassette hub is rugged Hand welded aluminium frame being a practical and fun way to get around. practical puncture resistance and reliable
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Shimano Acera Double butted 9spd transmission aluminium frame Tech spec Tech spec Aluminium fork Triple density comfort grips
Element Element Open Frame £499.99 £499.99 16 17
Continental Contact tyres offer Responsive Aluminium fork practical puncture resistance for nimble handling and comfort
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Shimano 24spd Continental transmission Contact tyres Tech spec Tech spec SR NEX Alloy riser suspension fork handlebars
Momentum Momentum Open Frame £399.99 £399.99 18 19
SR adjustable lockout suspension Women’s open frame is proportioned smoothes ride on firm terrain for comfort and control
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Shimano hubs and Rigida rims
Shimano 24spd transmission
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The Velocity’s frame is strong comfortable and light
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Tech spec
• Rigida double wall rims • Shimano 24spd transmission • Special Edition colour
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Velocity Velocity SE Open Frame Open Frame £349.99 £349.99
Tech spec Tech spec
• Frame proportioned for women • Shimano EZFire shifters • Triple density comfort grips • Shimano 24spd transmission • Strong alloy wheels • Special Edition colour
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Shimano 24spd Adjustable transmission handlebar stem Tech spec Tech spec Continental Ergonomic saddle Contact tyres
Meteor Meteor Open Frame £349.99 £349.99 24 25
Shimano cassette hub Continental Contact tyres offer is rugged and reliable practical puncture resistance
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Comet Comet Open Frame £299.99 £299.99 26 27
Shimano EZFire controls Shimano 21spd wide ratio for precise push button shifting gears for all conditions
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Tech spec Tech spec
• Light aluminium frame • Shimano EZFire shifters • Strong alloy wheels • Continental Contact tyres
• Shimano 21spd transmission Available Feburary 2013 • Special Edition colour
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Speed Speed SE Open Frame Open Frame £299.99 £299.99
Tech spec Tech spec
• Continental Contact tyres • Women’s open frame design • Ergonomic saddle • Shimano 21 speed gears • Shimano 21 speed gears • Special Edition colour Available Feburary 2013
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Strong alloy Lightweight wheels aluminium frame Tech spec Tech spec Continental Shimano EZFire Contact tyres controls
Motion Open Frame Motion £269.99 £269.99 30 31
A soft saddle and high rise bars provide Continental Contact tyres offer a comfortable upright riding position practical puncture resistance
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A stylish solution for people on the move. Metro series bikes are lightweight, comfortable and make cycling as simple as possible.
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With the upright feel of a traditional town bike complimented by modern lightweight technology, comfort and low maintenance are the Metro’s priority.
Built to a high quality specification, a Metro series Ridgeback offers easy shifting, great braking and either three or six gears. There’s even a beautifully simple single speed model.
A light aluminium frame with a ‘low standover height’ unisex design allows easy mounting and dismounting for stability and safe handling.
A comfy saddle, suspension seat post and smooth rolling, puncture resistant tyres enhance the Metro’s luxurious feel.
Single speed simplicity Shimano EZ Fire controls for quick Comfortable saddle and Lightweight aluminium frame and accurate shifting suspension seat post
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Continental Contact tyres
Suspension seat post
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Women’s open frame allows comfort and control for relaxed riding
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Light aluminium Light aluminium frame frame Tech spec Tech spec Continental Strong alloy Contact tyres wheels
Avenida 6 Avenida 1 £299.99 £269.99
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A soft saddle and high rise bars provide Single speed simplicity with a comfortable upright riding position a soft saddle and high rise bars
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Offering versatility and style, Dual Track is a tough trail bike that doubles as a highly capable urban commuter.
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Self-assured on rough terrain yet feels comfortably balanced on city streets and canal towpaths.
Sometimes referred to as a 29’er, Dual Track has its roots in mountain biking but in reality the design is more off-road hybrid than mtb. Using 700c road rims instead of traditional 26 inch wheels, the Dual Track’s larger tyres give the bike a longer contact patch for improved traction whilst rolling over lumps and bumps more smoothly.
Specified with either a straight bladed Cro-Moly or SR suspension fork, all models use a 48 tooth triple chainset for fast road riding whilst having the additional benefit of wide ratio mountain bike gearing to cope with nature’s undulations out on the trail.
Wide section Continental or Maxxis tyres, triple density lock-on Powerful hydraulic disc brakes SR Suspension with lock out Responsive Cro-Moly fork Puncture resistant Continental grips and a Kevlar reinforced saddle complete the package. A Contact tyres Ridgeback Dual Track is a tough urban commuter and weekend off-roader and is the latest and most practical embodiment of the 29’er or large wheel trail bike concept.
2012/13 Range ridgeback.co.uk Tech spec x2.3 £599.99 Shimano 27spd transmission
Maxxis Larsen Mimo tyres Shimano Deore derailleur
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Shimano hydraulic disc brakes
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Continental Contact tyres Triple density lock on grips
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SR Suspension with lock out
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Shimano 24spd transmission Tektro Draco 2 disc brakes
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Puncture resistant Continental Contact tyres
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The fastest way to work
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Responsive, practical and comfortable, a Ridgeback Flight is equipped with powerful disc brakes and is ideal for fast commuting.
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Ridgeback Flight performs at the highest level on city streets, in rugged urban conditions and even on light off road trails.
Designed for fast commuting, Flight bikes use robust 28c width Continental Contact puncture resistant tyres. However frames are built with enough clearance to take wider tyres up to 37c.
Perfect for regular city riding, hydraulic disc brakes provide incredible stopping power in all conditions, especially in the wet, needing little adjustment as pad wear is low.
A wide ratio Shimano drivetrain with triple chainwheels provides a range of gears capable of coping with virtually any gradient and the inclusion of mudguard and rack fittings further underlines the Puncture resistant Continental Tektro hydraulic disc brake Shimano Alfine chainset Shimano Deore rear derailleur commuter practicality of these exciting bikes. Contact tyres
2012/13 Range ridgeback.co.uk Tech spec Flight 04 £999.99 Shimano Alfine 8spd hub
Shimano M446 disc brakes Triple butted ALX9 aluminium
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Puncture resistant Continental Contact tyres
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Continental Contact tyres
Shimano M446 disc brakes
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ALX9 triple butted frame with Shimano Deore 10spd
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Triple butted ALX9 Continental Contact top and down tube tyres Tech spec Tech spec Tektro hydraulic Carbon fork disc brakes
Flight 02 Flight 01 £749.99 £599.99
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Shimano 27spd with Tektro Aluminium fork for fast handling hydraulic disc brakes
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Comfortably quick
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Highly versatile bikes for transport to training and everything in between.
2012/13 Range ridgeback.co.uk Agile commuter or comfortable training bike, the Advance series offers nimble handling and quick acceleration
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Based on a classic road bike layout, an Advance series Ridgeback is simply a more rugged version of the concept brought up to date with added practicality for everyday use.
Constructed to a geometry designed for comfortable power output and confident handling a Ridgeback Advance has generous clearance for 28c tyres as well as being specified with mudguard and rack fittings.
The 4.0 and 7.0 are fitted with a dropped handlebar. A versatile alternative to straight bars, they offer a variety of positions to enhance longer distance comfort. A Shimano triple chainset transmission, robust wheelset and Continental tyres complete the package.
Powerful Avid BB5 disc brakes Responsive aluminium fork Shimano Sora shifters Shimano 24spd drivetrain
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Tektro top mount brake levers
Shimano Sora 27spd transmission
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Powerful Avid BB5 disc brakes
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Continental Contact tyres
Carbon fork
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Responsive aluminium frame
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Carbon fork
Continental Contact tyres
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Shimano R501 wheelset and 24spd drivetrain
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Explore distant places
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With a low centre of gravity and a classic drop bar riding position, a World series bike is as comfortable as it is stable.
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The Ridgeback World series bike offers a cycling experience steeped in history but with the benefit of contemporary technology.
Built to exacting specifications, frames are constructed to a size specific geometry in a wide range of seat tube lengths to ensure stability and sure handling, even when fully loaded. Hand welded using Reynolds steel tubing or 6061 aluminium; a World series Ridgeback provides a responsive, comfortable ride with the structural reliability essential for a traditional expedition bike.
Designed for long periods in the saddle in remote locations, World series bikes are sensibly specified. A square taper bottom bracket allows replacement with a simple readily available cup and axle unit, whilst brazed down tube cable adjusted bosses mean Full Reynolds 725 frame Shimano cassette hub Shimano cantilever brakes Shimano cable adjuster traditional gear levers can be used if required.
All models are supplied with a sturdy four point aluminium rack and all but the Tour are fitted with a frame fit pump.
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Shimano Deore XT derailleur
Triple butted Cro Mo fork
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Shimano 27spd drivetrain provides expedition durability
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Sturdy rack and Shimano Alfine frame-fit pump 8spd hub Tech spec Tech spec Tektro top mount Shimano cantilever levers brakes
Voyage Journey £799.99 £1149.99
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Shimano Alivio 24spd Shimano Alfine 8spd hub gear transmission for all conditions and Virsa shifters
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Shimano Alivio 24spd transmission
Resilient Cro Mo fork
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Daily commuter and weekend tourer
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OFF THE BEATEN track
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Off-road bikes designed for durability and comfort.
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The Terrain series line up features three great bikes that ride with confidence inspiring ease.
Using a classic single-track geometry, a Ridgeback mountain bike is reactive and intuitive delivering big ride feel with front suspension comfort. The x0.2 has traditional 26 inch wheels, whilst the x0.4 is a 29’er using 700c rims and larger 29” tyres which give the bike improved traction and the ability to roll over lumps and bumps more smoothly.
A triple chainset, wide ratio cassette and easy shifting make light work of the ups and downs out on the trail.
Built with go anywhere ability, a Terrain series Ridgeback is as strong as it is agile whether negotiating a twisty single track or a enjoying a leisurely ride in the park. Kenda Karma 29’er tyre Tektro hydraulic disc brakes Light aluminium frame Shimano 21spd transmission
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SR-XCT-V3 29 fork
Tektro hydraulic disc brakes
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Large wheel 29’er comfort and practicality
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Shimano 21spd Multi terrain transmission tyre Tech spec Tech spec Forged frame Light aluminium ends frame
x0.2 x0.2 Open Frame £299.99 £299.99
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Light aluminium frame Shock absorbing SR suspension is strong and comfortable smoothes out the bumps
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Proper bikes Designed to meet the challenging demands of three to twelve year olds.
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Perfectly proportioned to provide small riders the best fit for comfort and control a Ridgeback kid’s bike is easily adjustable to keep pace with a growing child.
From Scoot beginner bike to 24” wheel, all bikes have a light aluminium frame and high quality specifications providing the necessary durability for them to be passed on to a second child.
A close up look and a quick test ride will confirm why so many people choose Ridgeback when buying a child’s bike.
All Ridgeback children’s bikes meet the relevant CEN safety standard. Please go online for weights, stand-over height and other information
Light aluminium frame Tough scuff guard saddle Adjustable reach alloy Durable paint finish brake lever
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Boys series
Real bikes not toys Durable and fun.
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A Ridgeback boy’s bike is engineered to take the knocks and built to last.
Offering long term reliability and unbeatable value for money, the MX Terrain’s robust, light aluminium frame makes it easy for a child to lift and handle their bike.
For six to nine year olds who don’t want suspension, the RX20 is a new 20” wheel model with a Hi-Ten steel fork
From 12” to 24”, every Ridgeback boy’s bike is constructed to the same exacting standards as an adult bike and undergoes professional assembly and safety checking by qualified bicycle mechanics
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MX24 MX20 £249.99 £229.99
Ages 8-11 Ages 6-9
Tech spec Tech spec
• Light aluminium frame • Light aluminium frame • SR XCT suspension • SR XCT suspension • Shimano 21spd gears • Shimano 6spd gears
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MX24 RX20 £249.99 £209.99
Ages 8-11 Ages 6-9
Tech spec Tech spec
• Light aluminium frame • Light aluminium frame • SR XCT suspension • Hi-Ten steel fork • Shimano 21spd gears • Shimano 6spd gears
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MX16 MX14 £149.99 £139.99
Ages 4-6 Ages 4-6
Tech spec
• Alloy brakes and levers • Light aluminium frame • Anti skid brake modulator Tech spec
• Stabilisers • Light aluminium frame 94 95 • Comfy riser handlebars
MX16 £149.99 MX12 £129.99 Ages 4-6 Ages 3 upwards
Tech spec Tech spec
• Alloy brakes and levers • Stabilisers • Light aluminium frame • Light aluminium frame • Anti skid brake modulator • Comfy riser handlebars
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Girls series
Girls just want to have fun Reliably simple.
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Perfectly proportioned for comfort and control a Ridgeback girl’s bike has a light aluminium frame with a gently curved top tube for a low stand-over height and feminine appearance.
Handlebar stem design allows easy adjustment as the child grows and a high quality saddle and soft grips complete the package.
The Cherry is a new 20” wheel model with a Hi-Ten steel fork for six to nine year olds who don’t want suspension.
From Minny to Destiny, all Ridgeback girls’ bikes are assembled to the same standard as an adult bike and undergo professional assembly and safety checking by qualified bicycle mechanics.
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Destiny Melody £249.99 £149.99
Ages 8-11 Ages 4-6
Tech spec Tech spec
• Light aluminium frame • Light aluminium frame • Shimano 21 speed gears • Anti skid brake modulator • SR XCT suspension • Alloy brakes and levers
Harmony Honey £229.99 £139.99
Ages 6-9 Ages 3-4
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Tech spec Tech spec
• Light aluminium frame • Light aluminium frame • SR XCT suspension • Comfy riser handlebars • Anti skid brake modulator • Stabilisers
Cherry Minny £209.99 £129.99
Ages 6-9 Ages 3 upwards
Tech spec Tech spec
• Light aluminium frame • Light aluminium frame • Hi-Ten steel fork • Comfy riser handlebars • Anti skid brake modulator • Stabilisers
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Light aluminium frame Alloy V-brake Easy carry handle
The transition between walking, Supplied with two seat posts for The saddle incorporates a neat carry freewheeling and steering is simple. widest sizing range, Scoot has a very handle for those tired or tantrum The Scoot’s rear brake establishes high specification level including a moments and with full bearings early understanding of how to slow lightweight alloy frame, alloy rims throughout, domed wheel nuts as down. Once balance is mastered, it’s and semi slick tyres. well as an alloy V-brake, there is no then just a small step to move onto better beginner bike. a bike with pedals but without the need for stabilisers. 100 101
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Available in eight colours
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SERIES Rapide Rapide Rapide Rapide Rapide Rapide SERIES Metro Metro Metro BIKE Element Element Open Frame Momentum Momentum Open Frame Velocity Velocity SE BIKE Avenida 3 Avenida 6 Avenida 1 COLOR Matte Black Pure White Matte Graphite Matte Platinum Matte Graphite Pure White COLOR Gloss Black Midnight Blue Classic Green SIZES 17,19,21” 15,17,19” 17,19,21” 15,17,19” 15,17,19,21,23,25” 15,17,19,21,23” SIZES 15,17,19,21” 15,17,19,21” 15,17,19,21” FRAME 6061 Double Butted Aluminium 6061 Double Butted Aluminium 6061 Heat treated Aluminium 6061 Heat treated Aluminium 6061 Heat treated Aluminium 6061 Heat treated Aluminium FRAME 6061 Heat treated Aluminium 6061 Heat treated Aluminium 6061 Heat treated Aluminium FORK Aluminium Aluminium SR-NEX-4110 V4 SR-NEX-4110 V4 Cro Moly Cro Moly FORK Hi Ten Steel Hi Ten Steel Hi Ten Steel HEADSET Sealed Sealed Sealed Sealed Sealed Sealed HEADSET Sealed Sealed Sealed SHIFTERS Shimano M390 RapidFire Shimano M390 RapidFire Shimano EZFire Shimano EZFire Shimano EZFire Shimano EZFire SHIFTERS Shimano Revoshift Shimano Revoshift N/A REAR DERAILLEUR Shi o Acera Shimano Acera Shimano Acera Shimano Acera Shimano Acera Shimano Acera REAR DERAILLEUR N/A Shimano TX55 N/A FRONT DERAILLEUR Shimano M390 Shimano M390 Shimano TX51 Shimano TX51 Shimano TX51 Shimano TX51 FRONT DERAILLEUR N/A N/A N/A CHAINSET Shimano Acera 48/36/26 Shimano Acera 48/36/26 Shimano Altus 48/38/28 Shimano Altus 48/38/28 Shimano Altus 48/38/28 Shimano Altus 48/38/28 CHAINSET Alloy 38T Alloy 38T Alloy 38T BOTTOM BRACKET Shimano Shimano Cartridge Cartridge Cartridge Cartridge BOTTOM BRACKET Cartridge Cartridge Cartridge CHAIN HG53 HG53 HG50 HG50 HG50 HG50 CHAIN NX10 UG50 Z30 FREEWHEEL Shimano Cassette 11-32 9sp Shimano Cassette 11-32 9sp Shimano Cassette 11-32 8sp Shimano Cassette 11-32 8sp Shimano Cassette 11-32 8sp Shimano Cassette 11-32 8sp FREEWHEEL Shimano 18T Shimano 14-28 6sp 18T single HUBS Shimano RM30 Shimano RM30 Shimano RM30 rear Shimano RM30 rear Shimano RM30 rear Shimano RM30 rear HUBS Shimano 3spd Aluminium 36h Aluminium 36h RIMS Alex ACE-19 36h Alex ACE-19 36h Rigida X-Pace 36h Rigida X-Pace 36h Rigida X-Pace 36h Rigida X-Pace 36h RIMS LA-12R Aluminium 36h LA-12R Aluminium 36h LA-12R Aluminium 36h SPOKES Stainless steel black Stainless steel black Stainless steel black Stainless steel Stainless steel black Stainless steel black SPOKES Steel 14g Steel 14g Steel 14g TYRES Continental Contact 700 x 32c Continental Contact 700 x 32c Continental Contact 700 x 37c Continental Contact 700 x 37c Continental Contact 700 x 37c Continental Contact 700 x 37c TYRES Continental Contact 700 x 37c Continental Contact 700 x 37c Continental Contact 700 x 37c BRAKES Tektro RX-3 Tektro RX-3 Tektro 836AL Tektro 836AL Tektro 836AL Tektro 836AL BRAKES Tektro 836AL Tektro 836AL Alloy V-brake BRAKE LEVERS Shimano Shimano Shimano Shimano Shimano Shimano BRAKE LEVERS Alloy Alloy Alloy HANDLEBAR 6061 Aluminium Lo-rise 6061 Aluminium riser 6061 Aluminium Lo-rise 6061 Aluminium riser 6061 Aluminium Lo-rise 6061 Aluminium Lo-rise HANDLEBAR Swept back riser Swept back riser Swept back riser STEM Alloy multi position Alloy multi position Alloy multi position Alloy multi position Alloy multi position Alloy multi position STEM Alloy multi position Alloy multi position Hi Ten GRIPS Triple Density Comfort Triple Density Comfort Triple Density Comfort Triple Density Comfort Triple Density Comfort Triple Density Comfort GRIPS Triple Density Comfort Triple Density Comfort Triple Density Comfort SADDLE City Comfort 3 City Comfort W3 City Comfort 2 City Comfort W2 City Comfort 2 City Comfort 2 SADDLE Comfort Comfort Comfort SEAT POST Aluminium 27.2mm Aluminium 27.2mm Alloy Suspension 27.2mm Alloy Suspension 27.2mm Aluminium 27.2mm Aluminium 27.2mm SEAT POST Alloy Suspension 27.2mm Alloy Suspension 27.2mm Alloy Suspension 27.2mm PEDALS Nylon Street Nylon Street Nylon Street Nylon Street Nylon Street Nylon Street PEDALS Rubber Comfort Rubber Comfort Nylon Street WEIGHT lbs 26.2 26.2 29.2 29.3 27.1 27.1 WEIGHT 30.5 28.2 27.5 SRP 499.99 499.99 399.99 399.99 349.99 349.99 SRP 329.99 299.99 269.99
SERIES Rapide Rapide Rapide Rapide Rapide Rapide BIKE Velocity Open Frame Velocity Open Frame SE Meteor Meteor Open Frame Comet Comet Open Frame COLOR Matte Titanium Metallic Ruby Gloss Metallic Grey Gloss Mocha Matte Dark Blue Pure White SIZES 15,17,19,21” 15,17,19,21” 15,17,19,21,23” 15,17,19,21” 15,17,19,21,23” 15,17,19,21” FRAME 6061 Heat treated Aluminium 6061 Heat treated Aluminium 6061 Heat treated Aluminium 6061 Heat treated Aluminium 6061 Heat treated Aluminium 6061 Heat treated Aluminium FORK Cro Moly Cro Moly Hi Ten Steel Hi Ten Steel Hi Ten Steel Hi Ten Steel HEADSET Sealed Sealed Sealed Sealed Sealed Sealed SHIFTERS Shimano EZFire Shimano EZFire Shimano EZFire Shimano EZFire Shimano EZFire Shimano EZFire REAR DERAILLEUR Shimano Acera Shimano Acera Shimano Altus Shimano Altus Shimano Altus Shimano Altus FRONT DERAILLEUR Shimano TX51 Shimano TX51 Shimano TX51 Shimano TX51 Shimano TX51 Shimano TX51 CHAINSET Shimano Altus 48/38/28 Shimano Altus 48/38/28 Shimano Altus 48/38/28 Shimano Altus 48/38/28 Shimano FC-M171 48/38/28 Shimano FC-M171 48/38/28 BOTTOM BRACKET Cartridge Cartridge Cartridge Cartridge Cartridge Cartridge CHAIN HG50 HG50 UG51 UG51 UG51 UG51 FREEWHEEL Shimano Cassette 11-32 8sp Shimano Cassette 11-32 8sp Shimano Cassette 12-32 7sp Shimano Cassette 12-32 7sp Shimano Cassette 12-32 7sp Shimano Cassette 12-32 7sp 102 HUBS Shimano RM30 rear Shimano RM30 rear Shimano RM30 rear Shimano RM30 rear Shimano RM30 rear Shimano RM30 rear 103 RIMS Rigida X-Pace 36h Rigida X-Pace 36h LA-12R Aluminium 36h LA-12R Aluminium 36h LA-12R Aluminium 36h LA-12R Aluminium 36h SPOKES Stainless steel Stainless steel Stainless steel Stainless steel Stainless steel Stainless steel TYRES Continental Contact 700 x 37c Continental Contact 700 x 37c Continental Contact 700 x 37c Continental Contact 700 x 37c Continental Contact 700 x 37c Continental Contact 700 x 37c BRAKES Tektro 836AL Tektro 836AL Tektro 836AL Tektro 836AL Tektro 836AL Tektro 836AL BRAKE LEVERS Shimano Shimano Shimano Shimano Shimano Shimano HANDLEBAR 6061 Aluminium riser 6061 Aluminium riser Riser black finish Riser black finish Riser satin finish Riser satin finish STEM Alloy multi position Alloy multi position Alloy multi position Alloy multi position Alloy multi position Alloy multi position GRIPS Triple Density Comfort Triple Density Comfort Triple Density Comfort Triple Density Comfort Triple Density Comfort Triple Density Comfort SADDLE City Comfort W2 City Comfort W2 City Comfort 2 City Comfort W2 City Comfort 2 City Comfort W2 SEAT POST Aluminium 27.2mm Aluminium 27.2mm Alloy Micro 27.2mm Alloy Micro 27.2mm Alloy Micro 27.2mm Alloy Micro 27.2mm PEDALS Nylon Street Nylon Street Nylon Street Nylon Street Nylon Street Nylon Street WEIGHT lbs 27.1 27.1 30.1 30.1 27.2 27.3 SRP 349.99 349.99 349.99 349.99 299.99 299.99
SERIES Rapide Rapide Rapide Rapide Rapide Rapide SERIES Dual Track Dual Track Dual Track BIKE Speed Speed SE Speed Open Frame Speed SE Open Frame Motion Motion Open Frame BIKE x2.1 x2.2 x2.3 COLOR Matte Graphite Gloss Olive Matte Titanium Gloss Lime Matte Graphite Matte Purple COLOR Matte Silver Matte Graphite Matte Black SIZES 15,17,19,21,23” 15,17,19,21,23” 15,17,19,21” 15,17,19,21” 15,17,19,21,23” 15,17,19,21” SIZES 15.5,16.5,18.5,21” 15.5,16.5,18.5,21” 15.5,16.5,18.5,21” FRAME 6061 Heat treated Aluminium 6061 Heat treated Aluminium 6061 Heat treated Aluminium 6061 Heat treated Aluminium 6061 Heat treated Aluminium 6061 Heat treated Aluminium FRAME 6061 Heat treated Aluminium 6061 Heat treated Aluminium 6061 Heat treated Aluminium FORK Hi Ten Steel Hi Ten Steel Hi Ten Steel Hi Ten Steel Hi Ten Steel Hi Ten Steel FORK SR-NEX SR-NEX-MLO Cro Moly HEADSET Sealed Sealed Sealed Sealed Sealed Sealed HEADSET Sealed Intellaset Sealed Intellaset Sealed Intellaset SHIFTERS Shimano EZFire Shimano EZFire Shimano EZFire Shimano EZFire Shimano EZFire Shimano EZFire SHIFTERS Shimano SL-M310 RapideFire Shimano SL-M390 RapideFire Shimano SL-M390 RapideFire REAR DERAILLEUR Shimano TX55 Shimano TX55 Shimano TX55 Shimano TX55 Shimano TX55 Shimano TX55 REAR DERAILLEUR Shimano Altus Shimano Acera Shimano Deore FRONT DERAILLEUR Shimano TX51 Shimano TX51 Shimano TX51 Shimano TX51 Shimano TX51 Shimano TX51 FRONT DERAILLEUR Shimano TX51 Shimano Alivio Shimano Acera CHAINSET Shimano FC-M171 48/38/28 Shimano FC-M171 48/38/28 Shimano FC-M171 48/38/28 Shimano FC-M171 48/38/28 Shimano FC-M171 48/38/28 Shimano FC-M171 48/38/28 CHAINSET Shimano Altus 48/38/28 Shimano Acera 48/36/26 Shimano Acera 48/36/26 BOTTOM BRACKET Cartridge Cartridge Cartridge Cartridge Cartridge Cartridge BOTTOM BRACKET Cartridge Cartridge Shimano CHAIN UG51 UG51 UG51 UG51 UG51 UG51 CHAIN HG40 HG53 HG53 FREEWHEEL Shimano 14-28 7sp Shimano 14-28 7sp Shimano 14-28 7sp Shimano 14-28 7sp Shimano 14-28 7sp Shimano 14-28 7sp FREEWHEEL Shimano Cassette 11-32 8sp Shimano Cassette 11-32 9sp Shimano Cassette 11-32 9sp HUBS Aluminium Aluminium Aluminium Aluminium Aluminium Aluminium HUBS Formula DC25 Shimano RM66 Shimano RM66 RIMS LA-12R Aluminium 36h LA-12R Aluminium 36h LA-12R Aluminium 36h LA-12R Aluminium 36h LA-12R Aluminium 36h LA-12R Aluminium 36h RIMS Alex ACE-18 36h Alex ACE-19 36h Alex DH-19 36h SPOKES Stainless steel Stainless steel Stainless steel Stainless steel Steel 14g Steel 14g SPOKES Stainless steel black Stainless steel black Stainless steel black TYRES Continental Contact 700 x 37c Continental Contact 700 x 37c Continental Contact 700 x 37c Continental Contact 700 x 37c Continental Contact 700 x 37c Continental Contact 700 x 37c TYRES Continental Contact 700 x 47c Continental Contact 700 x 47c Maxxis Larsen Mimo CX 700 x 35c BRAKES Tektro 836AL Tektro 836AL Tektro 836AL Tektro 836AL Alloy V-brake Alloy V-brake BRAKES Tektro Draco 2 disc Shimano M395 disc Shimano M446 disc BRAKE LEVERS Shimano Shimano Shimano Shimano Shimano Shimano BRAKE LEVERS Tektro Shimano Shimano HANDLEBAR Riser black finish Riser satin finish Riser satin finish Riser satin finish Riser black finish Riser satin finish HANDLEBAR 6061 Aluminium XC Riser 31.8mm 6061 Aluminium XC Riser 31.8mm 6061 Aluminium XC Riser 31.8mm STEM Hi Ten Hi Ten Hi Ten Hi Ten Hi Ten Hi Ten STEM Alloy Ahead SL Alloy Ahead SL Alloy Ahead SL GRIPS Triple Density Comfort Triple Density Comfort Triple Density Comfort Triple Density Comfort Triple Density Comfort Triple Density Comfort GRIPS Triple Density Lock-on Triple Density Lock-on Triple Density Lock-on SADDLE City Comfort 2 City Comfort 2 City Comfort W2 City Comfort W2 City Comfort 2 City Comfort W2 Alloy Micro SADDLE Terrain XC Kevlar Terrain XC Kevlar Terrain XC Kevlar SEAT POST Alloy Micro 27.2mm Alloy Micro 27.2mm Alloy Micro 27.2mm Alloy Micro 27.2mm Alloy Micro 27.2mm 27.2mm SEAT POST Aluminium 27.2mm Aluminium 27.2mm Aluminium 27.2mm PEDALS Nylon Street Nylon Street Nylon Street Nylon Street Nylon Street Nylon Street PEDALS Nylon ATB Nylon ATB Nylon ATB WEIGHT lbs 30.1 30.1 30.1 30.1 28.3 28.3 WEIGHT lbs 29.7 29.9 28.2 SRP 299.99 299.99 299.99 299.99 269.99 269.99 SRP 499.99 599.99 599.99
2012/13 Range ridgeback.co.uk Specifications
SERIES Flight Flight Flight Flight BIKE Flight 04 Flight 03 Flight 02 Flight 01 COLOR Matte Midnight Blue Matte Silver Matte Graphite Matte Black SIZES 52,54,56,58,60cm 52,54,56,58,60cm 50,52,54,56,58,60cm 48,50,52,54,56,58,60cm FRAME ALX9 Triple Butted Aluminium ALX9 Triple Butted Aluminium ALX9 & 6061 Heat treated Aluminium 6061 Heat treated Aluminium FORK Carbon Carbon Carbon Aluminium HEADSET Sealed Integrated Sealed Integrated Sealed Integrated Sealed Integrated SHIFTERS Shimano Alfine TapFire Shimano SL-M591 Shimano SL-M390 Shimano SL-M310 REAR DERAILLEUR N/A Shimano Deore 10 Shimano Deore Shimano Acera FRONT DERAILLEUR N/A Shimano T670 Shimano FD-M431 Shimano FD-M311 CHAINSET Shimano Alfine 45T Shimano T551 48/36/26 Shimano Acera 48/36/26 Shimano Acera 48/38/28 BOTTOM BRACKET Shimano External Shimano External Shimano Octalink Cartridge CHAIN HG53 HG54 HG53 HG50 FREEWHEEL Shimano 18T Shimano Cassette 11-34 10sp Shimano Cassette 11-32 9sp Shimano Cassette 11-32 8sp HUBS Shimano Alfine 8spd tShimano M435 Shimano M475 Shimano M475 RIMS Alex XD-LITE 32h Alex XD-LITE 32h Alex DH19 32h Alex R450 32h SPOKES Stainless steel Stainless steel black Stainless steel black Stainless steel black TYRES Continental Contact 700 x 28c Continental Contact 700 x 28c Continental Contact 700 x 28c Continental Contact 700 x 28c BRAKES Shimano M446 disc Shimano M446 disc Tektro Draco 2 disc Tektro HDC-300 disc BRAKE LEVERS Shimano Shimano Tektro Tektro HANDLEBAR 6061 Aluminium 540mm 6061 Aluminium 540mm 6061 Aluminium 540mm 6061 Aluminium 540mm STEM Alloy Ahead SL Alloy Ahead SL Alloy Ahead SL Alloy Ahead SL GRIPS Triple Density Lock-on Triple Density Lock-on Triple Density Lock-on Triple Density Lock-on SADDLE Flight XC Kevlar Flight XC Kevlar Flight XC Kevlar Flight XC Kevlar SEAT POST SL Aluminium 27.2mm SL Aluminium 27.2mm SL Aluminium 27.2mm SL Aluminium 27.2mm PEDALS Road w/clips & straps Road w/clips & straps Road w/clips & straps Road w/clips & straps WEIGHT lbs 24.5 22.9 24.5 25.0 SRP 999.99 999.99 749.99 599.99
SERIES World World World World BIKE Panorama Journey Voyage Tour COLOR British Racing Blue Classic Green Gloss Black Gloss Metallic Grey SIZES 47,50,52,54,56,58,60cm 52,54,56,58,60cm 47,50,52,54,56,58,60cm 50,52,54,56,58,60cm FRAME Reynolds 725 tubes and stays Reynolds 520 Cro Mo Reynolds 520 Cro Mo 6061 Heat treated Aluminium FORK Triple butted Cro Moly Cro Moly Cro Moly Cro Moly HEADSET Sealed Ahead Sealed Intellaset Sealed Ahead Sealed Ahead SHIFTERS Shimano Sora Dual Control STI Virsa VRS-8 Shimano 2300 Dual Control STI Shimano 2300 Dual Control STI REAR DERAILLEUR Shimano Deore XT N/A Shimano Deore Shimano Acera FRONT DERAILLEUR Shimano Sora N/A Shimano Sora Shimano 2303 CHAINSET Shimano M431 48/36/26 Shimano Alfine S400 39T Shimano Alivio 48/38/28 Shimano Altus 48/38/28 BOTTOM BRACKET Shimano UN55 Shimano Octalink Shimano Shimano CHAIN HG73 HG50 HG50 HG50 FREEWHEEL Shimano Cassette 11-32 9sp Shimano 20T Shimano Cassette 11-32 8sp Shimano Cassette 11-32 8sp 104 HUBS Shimano Deore Shimano Alfine 8spd Shimano RM70 Shimano RM30 rear 105 RIMS Alex DH-19 36h Alex ACE-19 36h Alex ACE-19 36h Alex ACE-19 36h SPOKES Stainless Steel Stainless Steel Stainless Steel Stainless Steel TYRES Continental Contact 700 x 32c Continental Contact 700 x 32c Continental Contact 700 x 32c Continental Contact 700 x 32c BRAKES Shimano CX50 Shimano R550 Tektro 992AG Tektro CR-510 BRAKE LEVERS Shimano STI with Tektro 720 top levers Virsa VRS-8 with Tektro 570 top levers Shimano STI with Tektro 570 top levers Shimano STI HANDLEBAR 6061 Aluminium Ergo Tour 6061 Aluminium Ergo Tour 6061 Aluminium Ergo Tour 6061 Aluminium Ergo Tour STEM 6061 Aluminium Ahead 6061 Aluminium Ahead 6061 Aluminium Ahead 6061 Aluminium Ahead GRIPS Microfibre Microfibre Microfibre Microfibre SADDLE Tour Leather Tour Comfort Tour Comfort Tour Comfort SEAT POST Aluminium 27.2mm Aluminium 27.2mm Aluminium 27.2mm Aluminium 27.2mm PEDALS Shimano M324 SPD Road w/clips & straps Road w/clips & straps Road w/clips & straps WEIGHT lbs 30.1 30.5 30.1 29.8 SRP 1249.99 1149.99 799.99 599.99
SERIES Road Road Road SERIES Terrain Terrain Terrain BIKE Advance 7.0 Advance 4.0 Advance 3.0 BIKE x0.4 x0.2 x0.2 Open Frame COLOR Matte Black Matte Graphite Matte Silver COLOR Gloss Black Matte Graphite Pure White SIZES 52,54,56,58,60cm 52,54,56,58,60cm 52,54,56,58,60cm SIZES 15.5,16.5,18.5,21” 13,15,17,19,21,23” 13,15,17,19” FRAME ALX9 Triple Butted Aluminium 6061 Heat treated Aluminium 6061 Heat treated Aluminium FRAME 6061 Heat treated Aluminium 6061 Heat treated Aluminium 6061 Heat treated Aluminium FORK Carbon Carbon Carbon FORK SR-XCT-V329 80mm SR-M3010 63mm SR-M3010 63mm HEADSET Sealed Integrated Sealed Integrated Sealed Integrated HEADSET Semi Integrated Semi Integrated Semi Integrated SHIFTERS Shimano Sora Dual Control STI Shimano 2300 Dual Control STI Shimano ST-R225 SHIFTERS Shimano M310 RapidFire Shimano EZFire Shimano EZFire REAR DERAILLEUR Shimano Sora Shimano 2300 Shimano 2300 REAR DERAILLEUR Shimano Altus Shimano TX55 Shimano TX55 FRONT DERAILLEUR Shimano Sora Shimano 2303 Shimano FD-R443A FRONT DERAILLEUR Shimano M190 Shimano TX51 Shimano TX51 CHAINSET Shimano Sora 50/39/30 Shimano 2303 52/42/30 Shimano 2303 52/42/30 CHAINSET Shimano M171 42/34/24 Shimano FC-M171 48/38/28 Shimano FC-M171 48/38/28 BOTTOM BRACKET Shimano Cartridge Cartridge BOTTOM BRACKET Cartridge Cartridge Cartridge CHAIN HG53 HG50 HG50 CHAIN HG40 Z51 Z51 FREEWHEEL Shimano Cassette 11-30 9sp Shimano Cassette 11-28 8sp Shimano Cassette 11-28 8sp FREEWHEEL Shimano Cassette 11-32 8sp Shimano 14-28 7sp Shimano 14-28 7sp HUBS Shimano M475 Formula RB22 Shimano R501A wheelset HUBS Aluminium disc Aluminium Aluminium RIMS Alex DP-17 32h Alex R450 32h Shimano RIMS LA-12R Aluminium 36h LA-12R Aluminium 36h LA-12R Aluminium 36h SPOKES Stainless Steel black Stainless Steel black Shimano SPOKES Stainless steel black Steel 14g black Steel 14g TYRES Continental Contact 700 x 28c Continental Contact 700 x 28c Continental Contact 700 x 28c TYRES Kenda K-917 29 x 1.9” Off Road 26 x 1.95” Off Road 26 x 1.95” BRAKES Avid BB5 disc Tektro R317 Dual Pivot Tektro R317 Dual Pivot BRAKES Tektro HDC-300 disc Alloy V-brake Alloy V-brake BRAKE LEVERS Shimano Sora STI Shimano 2300 STI Shimano ST-R225 BRAKE LEVERS Tektro Shimano Shimano HANDLEBAR 6061 Aluminium Sportive 31.8mm 6061 Aluminium Sportive 31.8mm 6061 Aluminium 540mm HANDLEBAR 6061 Aluminium XC Riser 31.8mm XC Riser XC Riser STEM 6061 Aluminium Ahead 6061 Aluminium Ahead Alloy Ahead SL STEM Alloy Ahead Alloy Ahead Alloy Ahead GRIPS Microfibre Microfibre Triple Density Lock-on GRIPS Triple Density Lock-on Diamond File Comfort Diamond File Comfort SADDLE Road XC Kevlar Road SLX Road SLX SADDLE Terrain XC Kevlar Terrain XC Kevlar Terrain XC Kevlar SEAT POST SL Aluminium 27.2mm Aluminium 27.2mm Aluminium 27.2mm SEAT POST Aluminium 27.2mm Alloy Micro 27.2mm Alloy Micro 27.2mm PEDALS Road w/clips & straps Road w/clips & straps Road w/clips & straps PEDALS Nylon ATB Nylon ATB Nylon ATB WEIGHT lbs 23.0 22.9 22.7 WEIGHT lbs 30.2 29.9 29.9 SRP 899.99 699.99 649.99 SRP 429.99 299.99 299.99
2012/13 Range ridgeback.co.uk Specifications
SERIES Boys Boys Boys Boys Boys Boys Boys SERIES Scoot Scoot Scoot Scoot Scoot Scoot BIKE MX24 Black MX24 Silver MX20 Blue MX20 Graphite RX20 Graphite MX16 Blue MX16 Silver BIKE Scoot Red Scoot Matte Grey Scoot Purple Scoot Pink Scoot Blue Scoot Silver COLOR Matte Black Gloss Silver Matte Blue Matte Graphite Matte Graphite Matte Blue Gloss Silver COLOR Gloss Red Matte Grey Purple Pink Matte Blue Silver SIZES 24” wheel 24” wheel 20” wheel 20” wheel 20” wheel 16” wheel 16” wheel SIZES 12” wheel 12” wheel 12” wheel 12” wheel 12” wheel 12” wheel FRAME 6061 Heat treated Aluminium 6061 Heat treated Aluminium 6061 Heat treated Aluminium 6061 Heat treated Aluminium 6061 Heat treated Aluminium 6061 Heat treated Aluminium 6061 Heat treated Aluminium FRAME 6061 Heat treated Aluminium 6061 Heat treated Aluminium 6061 Heat treated Aluminium 6061 Heat treated Aluminium 6061 Heat treated Aluminium 6061 Heat treated Aluminium FORK SR-XCT 24 SR-XCT 24 SR-XCT 20 SR-XCT 20 Hi Ten Steel Hi Ten Steel Hi Ten Steel FORK Hi Ten Steel Hi Ten Steel Hi Ten Steel Hi Ten Steel Hi Ten Steel Hi Ten Steel HEADSET Sealed Sealed Sealed Sealed Sealed Sealed Sealed HEADSET Sealed Sealed Sealed Sealed Sealed Sealed SHIFTERS Shimano Revoshift Shimano Revoshift Shimano Revoshift Shimano Revoshift Shimano Revoshift N/A N/A SHIFTERS N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A REAR DERAILLEUR Shimano TY22 Shimano TY22 Shimano TY18 Shimano TY18 Shimano TY18 N/A N/A REAR DERAILLEUR N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A FRONT DERAILLEUR Shimano TY10 Shimano TY10 N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A FRONT DERAILLEUR N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A CHAINSET Alloy 42/34/24 152mm Alloy 42/34/24 152mm 36T 140mm 36T 140mm 36T 140mm 36T 127mm 36T 127mm CHAINSET N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A BOTTOM BRACKET Cro Mo Axle Cro Mo Axle Cro Mo Axle Cro Mo Axle Cro Mo Axle Cro Mo Axle Cro Mo Axle BOTTOM BRACKET N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A CHAIN UG50 UG50 UG50 UG50 UG50 Z410 1/8” Z410 1/8” CHAIN N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A FREEWHEEL Shimano 14-28 7sp Shimano 14-28 7sp Shimano 14-28 6sp Shimano 14-28 6sp Shimano 14-28 6sp 16T single 16T single FREEWHEEL N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A HUBS Aluminium 36h Aluminium 36h 36h 36h 36h 28h 28h HUBS 20h 20h 20h 20h 20h 20h RIMS Alloy 36h Alloy 36h Alloy 36h Alloy 36h Alloy 36h Alloy 28h Alloy 28h RIMS Alloy 20h Alloy 20h Alloy 20h Alloy 20h Alloy 20h Alloy 20h SPOKES 14g 14g 14g 14g 14g 14g 14g SPOKES 14g 14g 14g 14g 14g 14g TYRES Off Road 24 x 1.95” Off Road 24 x 1.95” Off Road 20 x 2.1” Off Road 20 x 2.1” Off Road 20 x 2.1” Off Road 16 x 2.0” Off Road 16 x 2.0” TYRES Slick 12 x 1.75” Slick 12 x 1.75” Slick 12 x 1.75” Slick 12 x 1.75” Slick 12 x 1.75” Slick 12 x 1.75” BRAKES Alloy V-brake Alloy V-brake Alloy V-brake Alloy V-brake Alloy V-brake Alloy V-brake Alloy V-brake BRAKES Alloy V-brake Alloy V-brake Alloy V-brake Alloy V-brake Alloy V-brake Alloy V-brake BRAKE LEVERS Alloy with reach adjust Alloy with reach adjust Alloy with reach adjust Alloy with reach adjust Alloy with reach adjust Alloy with reach adjust Alloy with reach adjust BRAKE LEVERS Composite with reach adjust Composite with reach adjust Composite with reach adjust Composite with reach adjust Composite with reach adjust Composite with reach adjust HANDLEBAR Riser 560mm Riser 560mm Riser 540mm Riser 540mm Riser 540mm Riser 520mm Riser 520mm HANDLEBAR Riser 460mm Riser 460mm Riser 460mm Riser 460mm Riser 460mm Riser 460mm STEM Alloy Ahead Alloy Ahead Alloy Ahead Alloy Ahead Alloy Ahead Easy Reach Easy Reach STEM Easy Reach Easy Reach Easy Reach Easy Reach Easy Reach Easy Reach GRIPS Diamond File Comfort Diamond File Comfort Diamond File Comfort Diamond File Comfort Diamond File Comfort Diamond File Comfort Diamond File Comfort GRIPS Soft PVC Soft PVC Soft PVC Soft PVC Soft PVC Soft PVC SADDLE Junior Comfort Junior Comfort Junior Comfort Junior Comfort Junior Comfort Junior Comfort Junior Comfort SADDLE Junior Comfort Junior Comfort Junior Comfort Junior Comfort Junior Comfort Junior Comfort SEAT POST Alloy Micro 27.2mm Alloy Micro 27.2mm Alloy Micro 27.2mm Alloy Micro 27.2mm Alloy Micro 27.2mm Alloy Micro 27.2mm Alloy Micro 27.2mm SEAT POST Steel 27.2mm Steel 27.2mm Steel 27.2mm Steel 27.2mm Steel 27.2mm Steel 27.2mm PEDALS Nylon BMX Nylon BMX Nylon BMX Nylon BMX Nylon BMX Nylon BMX Nylon BMX PEDALS N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A WEIGHT lbs 27.2 27.1 24.5 24.5 23.5 19.5 19.5 WEIGHT lbs 12.1 12.1 12.1 12.1 12.1 12.1 SRP 249.99 249.99 229.99 229.99 209.99 149.99 149.99 SRP 99.99 99.99 99.99 99.99 99.99 99.99
SERIES Boys Boys Boys Boys Boys BIKE MX14 Blue MX14 Graphite MX14 Red MX12 MX12 COLOR Matte Blue Matte Graphite Gloss Red Matte Blue Tangerine SIZES 14” wheel 14” wheel 14” wheel 12” wheel 12” wheel FRAME 6061 Heat treated Aluminium 6061 Heat treated Aluminium 6061 Heat treated Aluminium 6061 Heat treated Aluminium 6061 Heat treated Aluminium FORK Hi Ten Steel Hi Ten Steel Hi Ten Steel Hi Ten Steel Hi Ten Steel HEADSET Sealed Sealed Sealed Sealed Sealed SHIFTERS N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A REAR DERAILLEUR N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A FRONT DERAILLEUR N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A CHAINSET 28T 102mm 28T 102mm 28T 102mm 28T 90mm 28T 90mm BOTTOM BRACKET Cro Mo Axle Cro Mo Axle Cro Mo Axle Cro Mo Axle Cro Mo Axle CHAIN Z410 1/8” Z410 1/8” Z410 1/8” Z410 1/8” Z410 1/8” FREEWHEEL 16T single 16T single 16T single 16T single 16T single 106 HUBS 20h 20h 20h 20h 20h 107 RIMS Alloy 20h Alloy 20h Alloy 20h Alloy 16h Alloy 16h SPOKES 14g 14g 14g 14g 14g TYRES Off Road 14 x 1.75” Off Road 14 x 1.75” Off Road 14 x 1.75” Off Road 12 x 1.75” Off Road 12 x 1.75” BRAKES Alloy V-brake Alloy V-brake Alloy V-brake Alloy V-brake Alloy V-brake BRAKE LEVERS Composite with reach adjust Composite with reach adjust Composite with reach adjust Composite with reach adjust Composite with reach adjust HANDLEBAR Riser 450mm Riser 450mm Riser 450mm Riser 450mm Riser 450mm STEM Easy Reach Easy Reach Easy Reach Easy Reach Easy Reach GRIPS Soft PVC Mushroom Soft PVC Mushroom Soft PVC Mushroom Soft PVC Mushroom Soft PVC Mushroom SADDLE Junior Comfort Junior Comfort Junior Comfort Junior Comfort Junior Comfort SEAT POST Steel 27.2mm Steel 27.2mm Steel 27.2mm Steel 27.2mm Steel 27.2mm PEDALS Nylon BMX Nylon BMX Nylon BMX Nylon BMX Nylon BMX WEIGHT lbs 18.5 18.5 18.5 18.5 18.5 SRP 139.99 139.99 139.99 129.99 129.99
SERIES Girls Girls Girls Girls Girls Girls SERIES Scoot Scoot BIKE Destiny Harmony Cherry Melody Honey Minny BIKE Scoot Lime Scoot Tangerine COLOR Matte Platinum Matte Platinum Pure White Pure White Pure White Baby Pink COLOR Lime Tangerine SIZES 24” wheel 20” wheel 20” wheel 16” wheel 14” wheel 12” wheel SIZES 12” wheel 12” wheel FRAME 6061 Heat treated Aluminium 6061 Heat treated Aluminium 6061 Heat treated Aluminium 6061 Heat treated Aluminium 6061 Heat treated Aluminium 6061 Heat treated Aluminium FRAME 6061 Heat treated Aluminium 6061 Heat treated Aluminium FORK SR-XCT 24 SR-XCT 20 Hi Ten Steel Hi Ten Steel Hi Ten Steel Hi Ten Steel FORK Hi Ten Steel Hi Ten Steel HEADSET Sealed Sealed Sealed Sealed Sealed Sealed HEADSET Sealed Sealed SHIFTERS Shimano Revoshift Shimano Revoshift Shimano Revoshift N/A N/A N/A SHIFTERS N/A N/A REAR DERAILLEUR Shimano TY22 Shimano TY18 Shimano TY18 N/A N/A N/A REAR DERAILLEUR N/A N/A FRONT DERAILLEUR Shimano TY10 N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A FRONT DERAILLEUR N/A N/A CHAINSET Alloy 42/34/24 152mm 36T 140mm 36T 140mm 36T 127mm 28T 102mm 28T 90mm CHAINSET N/A N/A BOTTOM BRACKET Cro Mo Axle Cro Mo Axle Cro Mo Axle Cro Mo Axle Cro Mo Axle Cro Mo Axle BOTTOM BRACKET N/A N/A CHAIN UG50 UG50 UG50 Z410 1/8” Z410 1/8” Z410 1/8” CHAIN N/A N/A FREEWHEEL Shimano 14-28 7sp Shimano 14-28 6sp Shimano 14-28 6sp 16T single 16T single 16T single FREEWHEEL N/A N/A HUBS Aluminium 36h 36h 36h 28h 20h 20h HUBS 20h 20h RIMS Alloy 36h Alloy 36h Alloy 36h Alloy 28h Alloy 20h Alloy 16h RIMS Alloy 20h Alloy 20h SPOKES 14g 14g 14g 14g 14g 14g SPOKES 14g 14g TYRES Off Road 24 x 1.95” Off Road 20 x 2.1” Off Road 20 x 2.1” Off Road 16 x 2.0” Off Road 14 x 1.75” Off Road 12 x 1.75” TYRES Slick 12 x 1.75” Slick 12 x 1.75” BRAKES Alloy V-brake Alloy V-brake Alloy V-brake Alloy V-brake Alloy V-brake Alloy V-brake BRAKES Alloy V-brake Alloy V-brake BRAKE LEVERS Alloy with reach adjust Alloy with reach adjust Alloy with reach adjust Alloy with reach adjust Composite with reach adjust Composite with reach adjust BRAKE LEVERS Composite with reach adjust Composite with reach adjust HANDLEBAR Riser 560mm Riser 540mm Riser 540mm Riser 520mm Riser 450mm Riser 450mm HANDLEBAR Riser 460mm Riser 460mm STEM Easy Reach Easy Reach Easy Reach Easy Reach Easy Reach Easy Reach STEM Easy Reach Easy Reach GRIPS Diamond File Comfort Diamond File Comfort Diamond File Comfort Diamond File Comfort Soft PVC Mushroom Soft PVC Mushroom GRIPS Soft PVC Soft PVC SADDLE Junior Comfort Junior Comfort Junior Comfort Junior Comfort Junior Comfort Junior Comfort SADDLE Junior Comfort Junior Comfort SEAT POST Alloy Micro 27.2mm Alloy Micro 27.2mm Alloy Micro 27.2mm Alloy Micro 27.2mm Steel 27.2mm Steel 27.2mm SEAT POST Steel 27.2mm Steel 27.2mm PEDALS Nylon BMX Nylon BMX Nylon BMX Nylon BMX Nylon BMX Nylon BMX PEDALS N/A N/A WEIGHT lbs 27.1 24.5 23.5 19.5 18.5 18.5 WEIGHT lbs 12.1 12.1 SRP 249.99 229.99 209.99 149.99 139.99 129.99 SRP 99.99 99.99
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Kryptonite Locks Giro Helmets offer an unbelievable combination of performance, value Serious security is the only business for money and style. Acu-Dial fit Kryptonite is in. They are committed system provides one handed micro to providing innovative products to adjustment whilst on the move and make sure that your bike remains ensures a perfect custom fit for every where you left it. Kryptonite is a rider. Advanced strap management premier manufacturer of high- keeps everything in place to allow quality cables, chains, U-locks and further fine tuning for a safe and flexible security systems for bicycles secure fit. In-mould hardbody adds everywhere, wherever they are used, strength and protection for no extra and wherever they are parked. weight penalty. Additional rear exhaust vents pull air through the helmet even when riding uphill and at slower speeds.
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Electron Lights Electron lighting systems use the latest technologies and designs to offer great performance and durability. The Electron range covers all types of riders needs and includes some exceptional products for situations where battery life and performance are of prime concern. From Halogen front lamps to micro sized LED backup lights, take a look at the range and see what the latest lighting technology has to offer.
Finish Line Lubricants Everything you need to keep your bike running and looking like new. Since 1988, Finish Line has been proud to offer the best selling, highest quality, bicycle-specific care products available. Take a look at how 110 they can help make your bike easier to 111 Blackburn Pumps pedal, shift better, and last longer. Finish Line Wet Lube is a long lasting and highly water resistant lube and offers proven Blackburn pumps are part of a range performance on tours, in muddy off-road that offers reliable performance conditions and on long rainy commutes. whatever the product. The Air Tower 2 has a stiff barrel and welded steel base to keep it firmly on the ground to provide a wobble free platform whilst pumping. Dual head Presta and Schrader hose is totally re- Park Tools buildable and ergonomic T-handle offers comfort and clever storage Park Tool has been manufacturing bicycle- for patch kits, tyre levers and gym specific tools since 1963, and is the world’s ball adaptors (included). Maximum largest bicycle tool manufacturer. A long- pressure 140 psi. No-quibble term dedication to quality, innovation, and Blackburn lifetime warranty. customer service has made Park Tool the first choice of professional and home bicycle mechanics around the world: whatever the task, you can rely on Park Tool to provide the right tool for the job.
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Bell Kids Helmets All helmets feature Bell’s Fusion Intuitive dial adjustment allows Keep updated with news, send us In-Mould construction and one-handed adjustments to be are lightweight and durable made quickly and safely even feedback and find your nearest dealer. ridgeback.co.uk for enhanced performance when riding along. Velcro-less and protection. The Ergo Dial pad fitting system allows simple fit system arcs inward to cup removal for washing and can be and cradle the rider’s head as it re-fitted time and time again. Find a bike and check the spec ... Find a local dealer ... Have your say tightens to ensure a perfect fit. … Complete information on each bike A Ridgeback dealer offers complete Rider response is essential. Let including weight, geometry and advice and provides first class after us know what you think of your standover height. sales service, as well as a free 30 Ridgeback and see what other 112 day tune up. Because a bike is a owners have to say. Just click 113 safety critical product, we always on Feedback. Or if you have a recommend collecting your bike question, use Contact. CoPilot Child Seats in person from an authorised Child seats are a great and development; rigorous Ridgeback stockist. way for you to enjoy endurance testing, and cycling with the youngest bone shattering shake member of the family, testing, CoPilot child seats and are an important have set the industry first step to introducing standard for years. News, advice and comment ... the joys of cycling to the Blog format news, stories and next generation. With information. in-house design, research Compare models ... Search by series or model and use the compare feature to show side by side comparison of two bikes.
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