Alpe d'Huez is more than a climb in Le Tour. Helicopters, police escorts, blue smoke, screaming face-painters, and a crowd of 300,000 cycling fans guarantee that every visit to this legendary summit will be crowned forever in glory. It's this unmistakable marriage of history, spectacle, colossal effort, sportsmanship, and beauty that is woven into every Alpe d'Huez frame we make.
Alpe d’Huez is the ultimate choice for cyclists who value the simplicity and elegance of rim brakes. Designed with a perfect balance of low weight and high efficiency, this frame offers the exceptional performance and comfort you expect from TIME. If you’re looking for a contemporary rim brake road frame, the Alpe d’Huez answers the call.
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What's Included
• TIME Quickset® headset and compression plug• Alloy Bottle Bolts
• Integrated Seatpost Clamp
• Derailleur Hangers
• Integrated Seatpost Clamp
• Derailleur Hangers
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FRAME MATERIAL BCS Carbon Fiber |
HUB STANDARD 100mm QR F, 130mm QR R |
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SIZES XS, SM, MD, LG |
SEATPOST DIAMETER ø 27.2mm |
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FORK STEERER TUBE Tapered 1-1/8" to 1-1/2" Vectran™ Enhanced |
SEATPOST CLAMP Proprietary ADH Alloy |
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HEADSET BEARINGS TIME Quickset® |
SHIFTING Compatible with Standard and Electronic Shifting Systems |
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WHEEL SIZE 700c, ETRTO 28-622 |
FRONT DERAILLEUR 2X Compatible |
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MAXIMUM TIRE WIDTH 28c |
REAR DERAILLEUR Standard Mount |
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BOTTOM BRACKET PF BB386 EVO |
BRAKE TYPE Front and Rear Caliper Rim Brake |
Geometry
Ordering // What to Expect
FAQs
Q: Who is the Alpe d'Huez Rim Brake built for? A: The Alpe d'Huez Rim Brake is for cyclists who value the purity, simplicity, and weight savings of traditional caliper rim brakes. It is the last word in lightweight road performance for riders who prefer the direct braking feel and minimal maintenance of a rim brake setup, and who may be building around an existing wheelset.
Q: What makes the Alpe d'Huez Rim Brake unique in TIME's current lineup? A: It is the only frameset in TIME's current road lineup that uses traditional caliper rim brakes rather than flat mount disc. This makes it ideal for riders with high-quality rim brake wheelsets, those building a dedicated climbing or criterium bike, or anyone who prefers the simplicity and weight advantage of rim brake technology.
Q: What headset does the Alpe d'Huez Rim Brake use? A: The Alpe d'Huez Rim Brake uses TIME's proprietary Quickset headset system — a signature detail that distinguishes it from the rest of the lineup and reflects TIME's deep roots in precision European bicycle manufacturing.
Q: What wheel and axle standard does the Alpe d'Huez Rim Brake use? A: The Alpe d'Huez Rim Brake uses traditional quick release axles — 100mm QR front and 130mm QR rear — making it compatible with the vast majority of existing rim brake wheelsets on the market.
Q: Is the Alpe d'Huez Rim Brake compatible with mechanical shifting? A: Yes. Unlike the disc models in TIME's lineup which are optimized for electronic shifting, the Alpe d'Huez Rim Brake is fully compatible with both standard mechanical and electronic drivetrain systems in a 2X configuration.
Q: What is the maximum tire clearance on the Alpe d'Huez Rim Brake? A: The Alpe d'Huez Rim Brake accommodates tires up to 28c, appropriate for traditional road and racing applications.
Q: What carbon construction does the Alpe d'Huez Rim Brake use? A: The Alpe d'Huez Rim Brake uses TIME's BCS (Braided Carbon Structure) carbon fiber with Vectran-enhanced fork steerer tubing, optimizing stiffness and impact resistance in a traditional rim brake road geometry.
Q: What sizes is the Alpe d'Huez Rim Brake available in? A: The Alpe d'Huez Rim Brake is available in four sizes: XS, S, M, and L.
Q: What is included with the Alpe d'Huez Rim Brake frameset? A: Each frameset includes the TIME Quickset headset and compression plug, alloy bottle bolts, integrated seatpost clamp, and derailleur hangers.
