ACROS Product Catalogue 2018 by ACROS Sport GmbH

2018

INSIDE ACROS a view behind the scenes SOLJANKA FONDO Traveling the gravelroads of the Transcarpathians MEET THE MAKER the ACROS Pedalstory #SOENDURO ! Interview with Megavalanche winner Remy Absalon

Photo: M. Wragg

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ighest quality standards have a long tradition at ACROS, as well as the wideranging know how which we, as a daughter company of a renowned manufacturer of roller bearings, make use of. For that reason our competence lies primarily in all mounted and turntable parts on and in the bicycle. Consequently we still manufacture a majority of our products at the production headquarters in Renningen, about 30 km southwest of Stuttgart. More than 15 years of experience flow into the development and manufacturing process of our bike components. The in-house located production enables not only a flexible, prompt and effective procedure, but also makes it possible to implement fresh and innovative ideas directly. As dedicated bike enthusiasts we prefer to sit in the saddle than in front of our desks. Our local trail grid in the so called “Schwabenländle” serves not only for numerous practical and experience tests, but also stimulates our passion for bikes day in, day out. With this in mind we wish you the very best on your bike. Ride safe ! Your ACROS Team

CONTENT Headsets 6-16 Headset External Cup 7-8 Headset Zero Stack 9-10 Headset Intergrated 11-12 Tech facts headsets 13-16

Bottom brackets

17-20

Tech facts bottom brackets 20

Pedals 21-27 LetÂ´s talk pedal Interview with Fabian Scholz 23-25 Tech facts pedals 27

Wheels 29-39 Soljanka Fondo - the Gravel East Story 31-33 Road/ Gravel/ Cyclocross 34-36 37-38 Cross Country/ Marathon Enduro 39 5 questions to Amir Kabbani 40

Hubs 41-54 Inside ACROS - a view behind the scenes 43-44 Mountainbike hubs 45-49 5 questions to Remy Absalon 47 Road hubs 50-51 Freewheel bodies 50 Adapter Kits 52 Tech facts hubs 53-54

cockpit 55-62 Stack-Up Molding 57-58 Handlebars 58-59 Stems 60 Grips 61 Bartape 62

Tools 63-64 Imprint 66

head SETS Install it and forget about it ACROS uses high-grade stainless steel industrial ball-bearings and extraordinary seal technologies, which make our headsets extremely durable and valuable. We offer fitting headsets for any bike. 4

Photo: D. Trumpore

Headset external cup (EC) Headsets are probably the most hidden yet important bike parts. With more than 15 years of experience in bearing manufacturing, we produce high-end headsets with a certain glamour and elegance. Thanks to their construction, our external cups offer plenty of possibilities for getting creative.

BEARINGS CONTAINED WITHIN CUPS THAT ARE LOCATED OUTSIDE OF THE FRAME

AH-34 EC34/28,6 article No. 16.02.605R5S Weight 48 g Fork steerer 1 1/8“ Ø cup skirt 34 mm Cup skirt length 9,6 mm Total stack height 16,3 mm color options black, blue, red price 31,95 €

AH-49R EC49/28,6 article No. 17.02.605R3S Weight 90 g Fork steerer 1 1/8“ Ø cup skirt 49,65 mm Cup skirt length 15,2 mm Total stack height 16,7 mm color options black, blue, red price 59,95 €

AH-49 EC49/38,1 article No. 15.02.605R3S Weight 90 g Fork steerer 1.5“ Ø cup skirt 49,65 mm Cup skirt length 15,2 mm Total stack height 16,7 mm color options black, blue, red price 59,95 €

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During a stressful competition, it is crucial to stay focused and keep the cockpit under control. For that reason, our team riders trust in ACROS headsets. Our high-end bearings will endure any mechanical stress with ease, even during world cups, and therefore make life easy for our mechanics.

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AH-34 EC34/30 article No. 16.02.601R4S Weight 53 g Fork steerer 1 1/8“ Ø cup skirt 34 mm Cup skirt length 9,6 mm Total stack height 14 mm color options black, BLUE. red price 20,95 €

AH-44 EC44/40 article No. 50.02.601S Weight 62 g Fork steerer 1.5“ Ø cup skirt 44 mm Cup skirt length 10 mm Total stack height 12,8 mm color options black

AH-49 EC49/30+40 article No. 15.02.601R4S Weight 95 g Fork steerer 1 1/8“ / 1.5“ Ø cup skirt 49,65 mm Cup skirt length 15,2 mm Total stack height 14,2 mm color options black, blue, red price 39,95 €

price 39,95 €

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Headset ZeroStack (ZS) Zerostack headsets are extremely common because they combine the benefits of minimal height and bearing shells. With the Zerostack headsets, ACROS once again proves the innovative strength of German engineering. BEARINGS CONTAINED WITHIN PRESSED-IN CUPS WHERE THE CUP AND BEARINGS REST INSIDE THE FRAME

AZ-44 ZS44/28,6

AZ-44BL ZS44/28,6

article No. 22.02.605R6S Weight 43 g Fork steerer 1 1/8“ Ø cup skirt 44 mm Cup skirt length 7,7 mm Total stack height 8 mm color options black, blue, red price 55,95 €

Upper headset with rotation stop. The Block Lock is a frame defense solution that stops spinning fork crowns and handlebars from damaging your frame. article No. 51.02.605R2S Weight 81 g fork steerer 1 1/8“ Ø cup skirt 44 mm cup skirt length 9,0 mm total stack height 12,5 mm color options black, blue, red price 69,95 €

AZ-49 ZS49/28,6 article No. 25.02.605R3S Weight 48 g Fork steerer 1 1/8“ Ø cup skirt 49,65 mm Cup skirt length 15 mm Total stack height 8,5 mm color options black, blue, red price 59,95 €

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AZ-44 ZS44/30 article No. 22.02.601R6SS Weight 39 g Fork steerer 1 1/8“ Ø cup skirt 44 mm Cup skirt length 7,7 mm Total stack height 5,4 mm color options black, blue, red price 37,95 €

AZ-49 ZS49/30 article No. 25.02.601R1S Weight 67 g Fork steerer 1 1/8“ Ø cup skirt 49,65 mm Cup skirt length 15 mm Total stack height 7,5 mm color options black, blue, red price 39,95 €

AZ-55 ZS55/30+40 article No. 46.02.601S Weight 53 g Fork steerer 1 1/8“ / 1.5“ Ø cup skirt 55 mm Cup skirt length 10 mm color options black, blue, red price 39,95 €

AZ-56 ZS56/30+40 article No. 49.02.601S Weight 56 g Fork steerer 1 1/8“ / 1.5“ Ø cup skirt 56 mm Cup skirt length 10mm color options black, blue, red price 39,95 €

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Headset integrated (IS) The easy installation and exchangeability are unbeatable in this construction. Because of the variety of products on the market, it is very important that you check diameter, height and angle carefully when choosing a headset.

BEARINGS THAT FIT DIRECTLY INTO A BONDED OR MACHINED INTERFACE THAT IS INTEGRATED INTO THE FRAME.

Ai-41 IS41/30 article No. 38.02.601S Weight 22 g fork steerer 1 1/8“ Ø bearing fit 41 mm price 37,95 €

Ai-41 IS41/28,6 article No. 24.02.605R2LS Weight 45 g fork steerer 1 1/8“ Ø bearing fit 41 mm total stack height 13 mm color options black, blue, red price 55,95 €

Ai-42 IS42/30 article No. 39.02.601S Weight 27 g Fork steerer 1 1/8“ Ø cup skirt 34 mm Ø bearing fit 42mm price 37,95 €

Ai-47 IS47/30+33

Ai-42 IS42/28,6

article No. 45.02.601S Weight 35 g Fork steerer 1 1/8“ + 1 1/4“ Ø bearing fit 47 mm price 39,95 €

article No. 26.02.605R1LS Weight 50 g Fork steerer 1 1/8“ Ø bearing fit 42 mm Total stack height 13 mm color options black, blue, red price 55,95 €

Ai-52 IS47/30+40 article No. 48.02.601R1S Weight 38 g Fork steerer 1 1/8“+ 1.5“ Ø bearing fit 52 mm price 39,95 €

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lower headsets

OVERVIEW OF AVAILABLE HEADSETS MATCHING EC HEADSET UPPER PART S.H.i.S

1. 2.

ø ø

PRODUCT

HEADSET LOWER PART

EC34 / 28.6

EC37 / 31.8

EC49 / 28.6

EC49 / 38.1

34,0 mm

37,0 mm

49,6 mm

S.H.i.S.

28.6 mm

31.8 mm

28.6 mm

38.1 mm

3. ø 4. ø

AH-34 AH-34L AH-34BL AH-34E

AH-37

AH-49R

AH-49

PRODUCT

EC34 / 30

EC37 / 33

EC44 / 40

EC49 / 30 + 40

34,0 mm

37,0 mm

49,6 mm

30 mm

33 mm

40 mm

30 & 40 mm

AH-34 AH-34L AH-34E

AH-37

AH-44

AH-49

OVERVIEW OF AVAILABLE HEADSETS MATCHING ZS HEADSET UPPER PART S.H.i.S

1. 2.

ø ø

PRODUCT

HEADSET LOWER PART

ZS44 / 28.6

EC30 / 25.4tpi

ZS56 / 28.6

44,0 mm

49,6 mm

56.0 mm

S.H.i.S.

28,6 mm

28.6 mm

3. ø 4. ø

AZ-44 AZ-44E AZ-44BL

AZ-49

AZ-56

PRODUCT

ZS44 / 30

ZS49 / 30

ZS55 / 30 + 40

ZS56 / 30 + 40

44,0 mm

49,6 mm

55,0 mm

56,0 mm

30,0 mm

30,0 + 40,0 mm

AZ-44

AZ-49

AZ-55

AZ-56

OVERVIEW OF AVAILABLE HEADSETS MATCHING IS HEADSET UPPER PART S.H.i.S

ø 2. ø 1.

PRODUCT

1. 2.

ø ø

HEADSET LOWER PART

iS41 / 28.6

iS42 / 28.6

S.H.i.S.

iS41 / 30

iS42 / 30

iS47 / 30 + 33

iS52 / 30 + 40

41 mm

42 mm

3. ø

41 mm

42 mm

47 mm

52 mm

28,6 mm

IA 36° OA 45°

Ai-41

Ai-42

Head-tube top inside diameter (OD)

Stem-Clamp diameter of fork (ID)

PRODUCT

30 mm

30 + 33 mm

30 + 40 mm

IA 36° OA 45°

IA 45° OA 45°

Ai-41

Ai-42

Ai-47

Ai-52

3. 4.

ø ø

IHead-tube lower inside diameter (OD)

Crown race Diameter of fork (ID) 11

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Standardized Headset Identification System

The Standardized Headset Identification System (S.H.I.S.) creates a common language for describing modern bicycle headsets. The system provides comprehensive and scalable headset fitment information in a standardized format; making it easy to communicate headset requirements based on frame and fork interfaces. The system addresses the critical interface dimensions required to fit a fork to a frame, as well as bearing location/cup type. To determine fit, four dimensions are needed: 1. head-tube top inside diameter 2. head-tube bottom inside diameter 3. stem-clamp diameter of fork 4. crown-race seat diameter of fork Bearing location and cup-type are identified as external cup (EC), semi-integrated zero stack (ZS), or integrated (IS).

BEARING POSITION/ CUP TYPE

EC (External Cup)

ZS (Zero Stack)

IS (Integrated)

BEARINGS CONTAINED WITHIN CUPS THAT ARE LOCATED OUTSIDE OF THE FRAME

BEARINGS CONTAINED WITHIN PRESSED-IN CUPS WHERE THE CUP AND BEARINGS REST INSIDE THE FRAME

BEARINGS THAT FIT DIRECTLY INTO A BONDED OR MACHINED INTERFACE THAT IS INTEGRATED INTO THE FRAME.

CROWN RACE

REGULAR FORK inch-GröSSen Gabel

1”

1-1/8” 1-1/4”

THREADED FORK

1.5”

1” Threaded

1-1/8” Threaded

TAPERED FORK 1-1/8” - 1-1/4” 1-1/8” - 1.5”

S.H.I.S. oben

25.4

28.6

31.8

38.1

25.4-24tpi

28.6-26tpi

28.6

S.H.I.S. unten

4 STEPS TO DEFINE THE MATCHING HEADSET UPPER HEADSET

LOWER HEADSET

1. UPPER HEADSET TYPE

EC/ZS/IS

HEADTUBE Ø TOP INSIDE

STEM-CLAMP Ø OF FORK

/ 28,6

Learn more about S.H.I.S. and how to find the right headset under acros.de or https://youtu.be/2D9Uu0IU6Ck

3. LOWER HEADSET TYPE

EC/ZS/IS

HEADTUBE Ø BOTTOM INSIDE

4. CROWN RACE Ø OF FORK

/ 30

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ew parts for the most-loved of all vehicles, the bike, are always a popular topic of discussion amongst friends. A new suspension fork, new brakes or a cutting-edge shifting system — anyone has an opinion about these things, and often they are worlds apart from each other. But there are also the small, inconspicuous things that most people tend to forget until — on a ride after a stressful work day or a crossing of the Alps — they are suddenly struggling to turn their squeaky headset.

the details are not the details, they make the product !

At ACROS, we have been addressing problems like this for more than 15 years. Being a subsidiary company of a bearing manufacturer, we use our extensive know-how in bearing technology to develop headsets that won’t let you down. Producing our exceptional, high-end stainless steel bearings is pretty complex but worth the effort because

of their superior durability. This way, we have been setting new standards in the aftermarket for years. Optimised seals keep the interior of your headset free of moisture and dirt, while our bearing grease was specifically designed to ensure a stable lubrication even at low speed and under high pressure. Overall, our headsets offer you a superior performance that leaves you carefree, no matter in which conditions you are riding your bike. Continuous progress is an important part of our philosophy at ACROS, and we are constantly striving to further develop our mutual passion — biking. Our new “fiber technology“ is a result of these efforts, featuring a bearing cup and a headset cover made from fibre-reinforced high-polymer. A drastically improved shock damping, which increases your bearings’ durability, an intelligent two-component sealing technology, and a weight reduction of 20% to 30% impressively illustrate our new technology’s potential. We will continue trying our best to produce products that you can rely on because the details are not the details, they make the product.

TOPCAP

HEADSET COVER

STEERER SEALING

R3 SEAL

CENTERING RING

OUTER BEARING RING

INNER BEARING RING

RS SEALING WASHERS

BEARING CUPS

STAINLESS STEEL BALLS

R3 SEAL

HEADSET BOTTOM

OUTER AND INNER BEARING RING

Together with the star nut, the topcap is used to adjust the bearing clearance. It The high quality of ACROS products is most obvious in our bearing technology. is not only functional but super stylish thanks to our popular ACROS design.

The headsets contain angular stainless steel contact ball-bearings, which are manufactured with a specific production technique. These bearings guarantee

HEADSET COVER

The headset cap with its integrated seals covers and protects the bearings from environmental influences. We offer various models with different heights, so anyone can have their perfect cockpit height.

you better power transmission and optimum durability. 8

RS SEALING WASHERS

The so-called sealing washers top off the high-end industrial ball-bearings thanks to their slightly abrasive contact and offer protection from dirt and water.

STEERER SEALING

To make sure that neither dirt nor moisture can enter through the steerer, this part is sealed with a special O-ring.

BEARING CUPS

The ACROS bearing cups are made of high tenacity 7075 aluminium. Depending on the frame, there are different versions on offer. As a sign of quality, our

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R3 SEAL

Between cap and bearing cups, you will find our specifically designed R3 seal, which keeps dust and moisture on the outside. Thanks to its optimised sealing geometry and the specifically designed sealing lip, the interior is steadily protected from splashing water and dirt.

bearings are pressed into the bearing cups and therefore offer a perfect fit, optimum functionality and also prevent noise. 10

STAINLESS STEEL BALLS

In our angular contact ball-bearings, we use high-quality stainless steel balls. A bearing cage keeps them in an optimum position at any time. The balls are

CENTERING RING

With the centring ring, ACROS does it differently than its competitors and uses a synthetic material instead of aluminium, which stands out due to its toughness and exceptional durability. The centring ring’s job is to guide the steerer tube

embedded in a high-performance grease, which guarantees a stable lubrication even at low speed and under high pressure. 12

HEADSET BOTTOM

and to eliminate the clearance between fork and bearing. The synthetic material The bottom is the headset’s foundation and sits on the fork cone. Depending on the model, there are various versions; 1 1/8“ and 1.5“ are the most popular prevents peaks in demand and strong constrictions on the steerer tube and makes these headsets the perfect choice for carbon steerer tubes. On top, it

sizes on the market. In our experience, our seals withstand water and dirt with

compensates the steerer tube’s tolerances and variations in temperature.

ease but they do not like high-pressure water jets. Therefore, sometimes it is the better option to do without a seal. As a result, our bottoms are available both with and without seals

Photo: M. Schumann

BOTTOM BRACKETS Hidden but essential. The reliable ACROS bearing and sealing technology guarantees a great durability of our bottom brackets, while the angular contact ball-bearings transfer the forces perfectly.

A-BB R1 BSA S

A-BB Pressfit S

AT THE BSA STANDARD, THE BOTTOM BRACKET CUPS ARE INSERTED INTO THE FRAME. THE FRAME AND THE CUPS ARE EQUIPPED WITH A THREAD.

AT THE PRESSFIT STANDARD, THE BOTTOM BRACKET CUPS ARE PRESSED INTO THE FRAME AND THE BEARINGS ARE PRESSED INTO THE BEARING CUPS.

article No. 78.02.000R2S

78.02.000R2S-GXP Weight 90 g Compatibility Hollowtech II, GXP Shell Inside Ø 1,37“ x 24 tpi Shell width 68/73 mm color options black, blue, red price 49,90 €

83.02.000R1S-GXP Weight 90 g Compatibility Hollowtech II, GXP Shell Inside Ø 41 mm Shell width 89,5/92 mm color options black, blue, red price 49,90 €

A-BB 30R S

A-BB BB30 S

THE A-BB30R REDUCES A BB30 FRAME AND ENABLES YOU TO USE 24MM CRANKS. THE BOTTOM BRACKET CUPS ARE PRESSED INTO THE FRAME. EN WERDEN IN DEN RAHMEN EINGEPRESST.

AT THE BB30 STANDARD, THE BOTTOM CUPS ARE PRESSED INTO THE BOTTOM BRACKET SHELL. FOR ALL CRANKS WITH A BB30 AXIS.

article No. 80.02.000R1S

80.02.000R1S-GXP Weight 99 g Compatibility Hollowtech II, GXP Shell Inside Ø 42 mm Shell width 68/73 mm color options black, blue, red price 49,90 €

article No. 83.02.000R1S

article No. 81.02.000S Weight 54 g Compatibility BB30 (42x30 mm) Shell Inside Ø 42 mm Shell width 68/73 mm price 49,90 €

CONNECTING SLEEVE

INNER BEARING RACE

4 5 6

BEARING CUP

OUTER BEARING RACE

TENSIONING SCREW

STAINLESS STEEL BALLS 7

RS SEALING WASHER 8

DUST CAP

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CROS bottom brackets differ from bottom brackets of our competitors in some ways. On the one hand, the material of the ball-bearings is different; we only use stainless steel, which is more expensive to produce but excels in a significantly higher durability. On the other hand, ACROS has been focusing on the use of angular contact ball-bearings for years. These are able to absorb axial and radial forces, which for example act when pedalling out of the saddle, a lot better than ordinary grooved ball-bearings. The bearing grease

completes a good industrial ball-bearing, which is why we have developed a special high-performance grease in cooperation with a leading lubrication company, adapted to the requirements of bicycles. Our grease ensures a stable lubrication even at low speed and under high pressure. On top, it is highly water-repellent and effectively prevents leaching. This is what quality means to us, and when we talk to our customers, we often get the feedback that ACROS bottom brackets exceed the lifespan of a competing product three to four times.

PEDALS The ACROS pedals After the successful introduction of the A-FLAT XL, we expanded the A-FLAT pedal range with the MD and SL version. This way, ACROS offers the perfect pedals for any rider and his or her field of use.

Photo: N. Hughes

letâ&#x20AC;&#x2DC;s talk

pedal!

It is our aim to guarantee you the best possible time on your bike. Reason enough to introduce you to the creative minds behind our products. This is why we had breakfast with enduro racer and engineer Fabian Scholz, who has developed our

A-Flat pedals. Fabian prepared a delicious espresso with his old La Pavoni machine and over coffee and croissants, we spoke about his career as a racer and engineer and the development process of the A-Flat pedals.

Hi Fabian, thanks for having us and taking the time for a short “pedal talk“. For the people who don’t know you, could you please tell us a bit more about your athletic career? Sure. I started as XC racer but realised pretty quickly that I was stronger downhill, and so I started dual slalom pretty soon. The initial spark was my triumph at the dual slalom hobby junior world championships in 2001. Parallel, I tried downhill, BMX und enduro from time to time. ACROS has already been on board back then as a co-sponsor of the small bike shop that sponsored me. There came a point when I had to take a break from racing but needless to say, I still kept riding my bike. At that time, I also tortured one or another ACROS part for testing purposes. Cool, so you have been a versatile biker all your life. When did you take the step and started a professional career? Did you stake everything on one card to become a pro? With the establishment of the Focus Trail Team and the emerging enduro trend, everything came together. Luckily, I could combine my engineering job perfectly with our team activities and therefore did not solely depend on biking — despite all the fun, it was important for me to have a solid foundation. Everything seems to have worked out well for you. In 2015, you claimed the German enduro champions title. ACROS supported the Focus Trail Team, too. How did you get to connect with us, what is your ACROS story? We have been in contact for a long time because of the sponsoring. After an internship and a couple of holiday jobs, where I was even allowed to fine-tune the legendary ACROS Mamba suspension fork, it got more serious. It was my goal to gain some practical orientation during my studies, and so I got first insights into an engineer’s daily routine.

A-FLAT XL The ACROS A-FLAT XL pedals impress with their extra-large footprint. 9 pins per pedal side offer superior grip on the trails, while the precisely fitting seal protects the interior from dirt and dust. The combination of extra-large slide bearings and highend ACROS stainless steel industrial ball-bearings guarantees durability in any area of use. article No. 155.02.000R1 Weight 440 g Sizes 120 x 110 x 20 mm pins 18 (per pedal) color options black, blue, red price 99,95 €

Ok, so you did not only push yourself on an athletic level. How did you end up working on the A-Flat pedals and how could you contribute your racing experiences? Back then, my assignment was pretty easy: developing new ACROS pedals. I was very free and could construct the pedals according to my own ideas. Most pedals on the market had a pretty small platform, so the reason for the success was the large footprint, which was providing better bike control. Like this, the pedals known as A-Flat XL were born — the originators of the A-Flat series. In general, you feel if products were developed by pale theoreticians or by people who actually live for their sport. The A-Flat has a very distinctive, characteristic shape. What was the idea behind that? With the large platform, it is important to still have enough freedom of movement so you don’t hit each

and every rock. To get the maximum out of this, the edges were bevelled. As well, the pins needed to be easily accessible and well-placed. The pedals’ stability was important too. All of that was incorporated into the design. The A-Flat family was later complemented by the MD as an allrounder and the SL for weight fetishists. So we talked about the outer design but it’s what’s inside that counts. Please tell us about your thoughts while constructing the axle. I am not a fan of over-engineering — often, keeping it simple is the better way to do things. In theory, there are seemingly better solutions but they don’t stand the test of practice. That’s why we use established products and rely on a combination of slide bearings and ballbearings. Our solution is sturdy, reliable and on top easy to maintain. Thank you for the deep insights. It is interesting, which thoughts and ideas go into the development of seemingly simple products like pedals. What are your future goals — both professionally and athletically? Haha, I am not getting any younger either, so the number of races I will compete in will rather decrease. Professionally, I focus 100% on engineering again. I am happy to work with a bike manufacturer and do not, for example, have to work nine-to-five on a side-view mirror motor at Daimler. It is pretty cool to be able to contribute your own ideas and your passion into a product that you use yourself. But I’m sure there are some interesting bike projects ahead. Not long ago, I went on a “bike-packing“ trip not far from Barcelona. Besides my enduro activities, this was a beautiful thing to do. Fabian, thanks for taking the time and preparing a delicious espresso. The ACROS team wishes you “happy trails“ and a hand’s width of dirt under your tires.

A-FLAT MD The ACROS A-Flat MD platform pedals offer ultimate grip in all weather conditions. Thanks to the large notches, they are self-cleaning. The MD pedals offer impressive functionality and high-end workmanship at a fair price, and thus are our bestseller! article No. 157.02.000R1 Weight 343 g Sizes 100 x 98 x 18 mm pins 16 (per pedal) color options black, blue, red price 74,95 â&#x201A;Ź

A-FLAT SL Titanium SL stands for super light. The name says it all, the flat CNC shaped SL pedals only weigh 290g thanks to their titanium axle. 8 pins per side offer superior grip on the trails, while the precisely fitting seal protects the interior from dirt and dust. The combination of the titanium axle, the extra-long slide bearings, and the high-end ACROS industrial ball-bearings guarantees durability in any area of use. article No. 156.02.500 Weight 290 g Size 90 x 98 x 18 mm pins 16 (per pedal) color options black, blue, red price 179,95 â&#x201A;Ź

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SLIDE BEARING

SEALING WASHER

STAINLESS STEEL CARTRIDGE BEARINGS 4

8 STEEL PINS PER SIDE 5

SLIM CONSTRUCTION

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t doesn’t matter if you have large or small feet, prefer enjoying trails or downhill racing, we offer adequate pedals for any riding style. The combination of extra-long slide bearings and our popular ACROS stainless steel industrial ball-bearings make sure that you will never experience clearance or squeaky pedals again. The precisely fitting seal offers solid protection from the elements and guarantees you durability in any area of use. Thanks to the flat, bevelled pedal body you can hit the next rock garden without the fear of being caught by a stone or root. We put a lot of effort in the disposition of the grippy steel pins instead of screwing in as many pins as possible. This way, our pedals offer superior grip but still allow for enough

flexibility to drift “foot out, flat out“ through the next corner, without blind flying the next few metres while being busy with rearranging your feet back onto the pedals. With three different models, you can choose a pedal that perfectly fits your needs: XL with an extra-large footprint for maximum control, SL in combination with a titanium axle for weight fetishists or MD for all areas, from relaxed all-mountain tours to full throttle enduro action.

WHEEL SETS One-stop shopping â&#x20AC;&#x201D; the ACROS wheels As a racing enthusiast, any second counts for you, whether on Strava, during a race or when competing with your friends? Or are you rather a relaxed biker when climbing uphill but rev up when going downhill through rock gardens, over big jumps and trails bristled with obstacles? No matter which type you are, we provide you with the perfect wheel set. Completely handmade in Germany, we only use components of the highest quality; Our tried and tested ACROS NINETEEN hubs with high-quality stainless steel angular contact ball-bearings, ACROS and Duke carbon rims, and Sapim spokes add up to a perfect package. Modern technologies such as asymmetrical rims and wider inner widths allow extremely rigid, yet lightweight wheels that win you over with superior durability.

GRAVEL EAST SOLJANKA FONDO

ur friends over at the Scott Bike24 MTN Race Team are not only successful at marathon and enduro races using our bike parts. Following their team motto “Beyond Trail“, they regularly head out to new trail and gravel adventures, where they ride off the beaten track and discover new routes. There is probably no better way to test our Road Disc Carbon wheel set’s endurance than on such a trip. But find out yourself what happened in the Ukrainian Carpathian Mountains on the next pages:

To discover a new world, you need to travel far — at least that’s what we thought. So it was new to us that only 1.000 km from home, there was a totally different world waiting for us to be discovered. Us, that’s six buddies from Dresden with a passion for trail and gravel road adventures in the Eastern European mountains. After having a look at a map of Europe and the Carpathian Mountain range, we discovered that a small part of the Carpathians was running through Ukraine. This small but mighty part called Bieszczady Mountains is up to 2.000 m high and at the same time an unknown part of the mountain range. This was calling for an adventure. After taking a look at Google Maps and Booking.com, we realised that our trip would not only be rustic but also funny. After crossing the border from Slovakia to Ukraine, our adventure, which felt like travelling back in time, began with an immigration officer’s nonchalant quote…

„Ride safely, in Ukraine everyone drives in the middle of the road,“ and so we found ourselves riding in the centre of the carriageway, too. If there was any asphalt, the middle of the road was the only place where it was fit for traffic. We were expecting lots of gravel after seeing a couple of photos but the conditions of some “roads“ were still underwhelming. A gravel road adventure par excellence! Anyway, these “village roads“ are the place to be for the shy but friendly Ukrainians in the Bieszczady Mountains. Anyone from horse, chicken, cow, Lada to school children and Tatra wood trucks travels in the middle of these roads, whereas humans and animals are the more common sights. The fully developed telephone network and internet connection did not help with the fact that our accommodation bookings were not taken seriously at most places. So it happened that one of our hosts had to jump into his Lada Niva and drive to the next village to buy groceries for us. Please note that we made him do so only after showing him our booking confirmation three times. After a quick feast, his apology came in the form of a home-distilled “dessert“ and the information that “in Ukraine, you always drink three of these“…

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We also need to mention that we did not see a single supermarket on our trip. You will get your essentials in a so-called “Magazin“, a.k.a. corner shop. It did not matter to us anymore that half of the things we found there had already expired. How can cookies, wafers, vodka, and pickled cheese corrupt anyway? The scenery of the Bieszczady Mountains is incredibly beautiful and still untouched by tourism. You can see that Ukrainians nourish and cherish anything they own. Every village we passed made us dream to own one of the little, colourful wooden houses one day. The people are lighthearted despite their simple lifestyle and just make the rules as they go; who needs things like a driver’s licence, motorcycle helmet or MOT up there after all? As easygoing as many things were, as tasty and substantial was the food. We did not doubt the freshness of meat and vegetables anymore after witnessing how 32

they were delivered. Like an ice man at home, driving from village to village selling ice cream, in the Bieszczady Mountains a chicken man sells chicken out of his car; the chicken is not sold out of the freezer but slaughtered directly at the Lada. Do we need to mention the mandatory Soljanka or Borschtsch, which is offered as a starter at an incredibly cheap price? We just love the trails and roads of the Sudetes, Tatra, and Beskids. And now we fell in love with the Ukrainian Bieszczady Mountains. We will be back and continue our trip along the Carpathians, that’s for sure! Text and Fotos: A. Stark and S. Ott

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Road disc carbon New road, gravel, cyclocross or asphalt — the Road Disc Race Carbon wheel set is the perfect weapon for all your adventures. For us, the new generation of road bikes is not a marketing gag but offers you the freedom to ride off the beaten track and discover new routes. The modern rim geometry with 19,1 mm inner width, 45 mm rim height and an asymmetric rim profile sets new standards. In combination with handinstalled Sapim CX-Ray spokes and our RD-DISC hubs made in Germany, the wheel set only sports a weight of 1434 g but at the same accelerates with ease and offers perfect lateral stiffness at the same time.

28“ ARTICLE NO.

850.02.100-24

HUB

road-disc

AXLE SYSTEM FW

QR09, TA09, TA12, TA15

AXLE SYSTEM RW

QR10, TA10, TA12, X12

FREEWHEEL

Shimano

HOLES

RIM

DUKE BACCARA C

INTERNAL RIM WIDTH

19,1 mm

rim height

45 mm

SPOKES

SAPIM CX-RAy

WEIGHT

1451 g

PRICE

1350 €

INCLUDED IN DELIVERY Tubelesskit, Grease-Bag, Sixlobe Adjustment Tool

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Road disc carbon sls You are merciless when it comes to your equipment? That was exactly how we approached the development of our Road Disc Race SLS Carbon wheel set. The new super-lightweight Baccara SLS rim with a rim height of 35mm and a modern shape offers you great allround performance and cuts quite a figure in the mountains too. Sapim CX Ray Spokes and Nineteen Road Disc hubs with Straightpull flange round them off perfectly. Put your bike on a diet and save those precious seconds during your KOM chase. When constructing the wheels, we did not only focus on weight reduction but also on top stability, so you can transfer your power onto the road without sacrifices. Time for an upgrade!

INCLUDED IN DELIVERY Tubelesskit, Grease-Bag, Sixlobe Adjustement Tool

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ARTICLE NO.

881.02.100-24

HUB

road-disc

AXLE SYSTEM FW

QR09, TA09, TA12, TA15

AXLE SYSTEM RW

QR10, TA10, TA12, X12

FREEWHEEL

Shimano

HOLES

RIM

DUKE BACCARA C sls

INTERNAL RIM WIDTH

19,1 mm

rim height

35 mm

SPOKES

SAPIM SAPIM CX RAY

WEIGHT

1290 g

PRICE

1550 €

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Road sp carbon We fancy a clean design. Even though the disc started its triumph, a classic rim brake is still a valid choice and combines a classic look with modern technology. The ACROS Nineteen Road Straightpull hubs offer optimum stability with the possibilty to fine tune the hub volume in three steps and provide you a great foundation. All of this is complemented by Baccara Carbon rims with a rim height of 45mm and a modern shape — in our opinion the best mix when it comes to aerodynamics and easy handling. The basalt coating carries heat away quickly and stops you in an instant because with the Road Straightpull Carbon wheels, speed will be your middle name.

28“ ARTICLE NO.

850.02.100-2024

HUB

road sp

AXLE SYSTEM FW

QR09

AXLE SYSTEM RW

QR10

FREEWHEEL

Shimano

HOLES

20/24

RIM

DUKE BACCARA C

INTERNAL RIM WIDTH

19,1 mm

rim height

45 mm

SPOKES

SAPIM cx-ray

WEIGHT

1434 g

PRICE

1350 €

INCLUDED IN DELIVERY Tubelesskit, Grease-Bag, Sixlobe Adjustment Tool

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XC RACE CARBON SLS 29˝ Our flagship model when it comes to XC and marathon. SLS — three little letters that make a difference, standing for “SUPERLIGHT SERIES“. Our product managers made every effort to make our popular XC Race Carbon wheels even lighter. The recipe is easy: We use our established, lightweight Nineteen XC hubs, which we combine with the new Duke SLS Lucky Jack rims and the Sapim CX Ray Spokes. As a result, you get extremely lightweight (1185 g) and at the same time stable wheels. The required stability is achieved by asymmetric rim profiles and adjusting is no problem thanks to the axle kits and a boost option. The XC Race Carbon SLS wheels are a total must-have tuning part for all XC and marathon racers. You won’t get more performance than that!

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29“

29“ boost

ARTICLE NO.

802.02.200-24

805.02.200-28

HUB

xc boost

AXLE SYSTEM FW

QR09, ta09, ta15

boost 110x15

AXLE SYSTEM RW

QR10, ta10, ta12, x12

boost 148x12

FREEWHEEL

xd, Shimano

HOLES

RIM

DUKE lucky jack sls

INTERNAL RIM WIDTH

25 mm

SPOKES

SAPIM CX RAY

WEIGHT

1176 g

1211 g

PRICE

1399 €

INCLUDED IN DELIVERY Tubelesskit, Grease-Bag, Sixlobe Adjustment Tool

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29“ boost

ARTICLE NO.

802.02.100-28

805.02.100-28

HUB

xc boost

AXLE SYSTEM FW

QR09, ta09, ta15

boost 110x15

AXLE SYSTEM RW

QR10, ta10, ta12, x12

boost 148x12

FREEWHEEL

xd, Shimano

HOLES

RIM

DUKE lucky jack

INTERNAL RIM WIDTH

25 mm

SPOKES

SAPIM cx-ray

WEIGHT

1270 g

1305 g

PRICE

1199 €

XC RACE CARBON 29˝ Big, wide, stiff and lightweight are the four attributes of these high-performance wheels, which are available both in boost standard and regular width. The elegant, wide carbon rims with an inner width of 25 mm and a height of 23 mm add up to modern cross country and all mountain wheels that also work well in rougher terrain. The asymmetric rim profile adjusts the different spoke angles and tensions, and so enhances the wheels’ stability. The hookless rim design makes them sturdy and protects the rims from taking hits. And the weight of 1.290 g makes the performance oriented rider happy. The wheels are laced up by hand with love for the highest quality. You will raise your bike’s performance to the next level with these wheels.

INCLUDED IN DELIVERY Tubelesskit, Grease-Bag, Sixlobe Adjustment Tool

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One set of wheels that is available in all standards; may we introduce you to our Enduro Race Carbon wheels? No matter if it’s 650B or 29, Sram or Shimano, X-12 or TA 12 — with its freewheel and axle kits, adjusting them to your bike is a piece of cake. Furthermore, the 29 and 650B versions are also available in boost standard. They feature the Nineteen hubs with Sapim CX Ray and ACROS carbon rims. Perfect in combination with 2.25 to 2.5-inch tires. The well-designed, wide carbon rims with an inner width of 29 mm and a height of 27 mm add up to a modern enduro wheel set perfect for rough terrain. Asymmetrically drilled spoke holes offer a better spoke tension and optimise the wheels’ stability. Also, 1339 g in the 650B version is something to be proud of. No surprise that the Enduro Race Carbon wheel held up well against a strong competition and was rated best in different bike magazines.

27,5“

27,5“ boost

29˝

29˝ boost

ARTICLE NO.

812.02.100-28

894.02.100-28

813.02.100-28

892.02.100-28

HUB

ed boost

AXLE SYSTEM FW

QR09, ta09, ta15

boost 110x15

QR09, ta09, ta15

boost 110x15

AXLE SYSTEM RW

QR10, ta10, ta12, x12

boost 148x12

QR10, ta10, ta12, x12

boost 148x12

FREEWHEEL

xd, Shimano

HOLES

RIM

acros carbon i29

INTERNAL RIM WIDTH

29 mm

SPOKES

SAPIM xc-ray

WEIGHT

1413 g

1447 g

1467 g

1501 g

PRICE

1199 €

INCLUDED IN DELIVERY Tubelesskit, Grease-Bag, Sixlobe Adjustment Tool

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amir kabbani Dirt and Slopestyle Pro Rider

Hi Amir, please introduce yourself. Where are you from, which disciplines are you competing in? I am Amir Kabbani from beautiful Boppard am Rhein and am 27 years old. I feel comfortable on any bike and like switching between the different disciplines. Can you describe your style of riding? Describing my own style of riding is definitely not that easy. I would say that people know me for powerful riding with a tendency to do tricks, haha! What do you like to ride most? As I said, I spend most time on my trail bike and the slopestyler. Thanks to the new geometries and 650B, I can do nearly everything that I like with those two bikes. What are your goals for the season? Are there any special projects coming up? My main goal is to spend as much time as possible on the bike and to implement cool projects. I love to make things happen through photos and videos. At the moment, I am planning a large video project for fall 2017. I am looking forward to telling you more about it soon. You are riding ACROS A-FLAT pedals and ACROS wheels. What do you like about them? What I like about them is simple: Anything from ACROS that I fix to my bike stays put. It doesn’t matter if it’s pedals, hubs, or a headset — once installed, I don’t have to think about it anymore. Also, the parts look amazing and are some of the most lightweight ones on the market.

STRAVA What´s that ? haha INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/amir_kabbani/ FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/amirkabbanifanpage/ Website www.amirkabbani.com

Photo: N. Hughes

hubs Handmade in Germany ACROS hubs offer the highest quality â&#x20AC;&#x201D; a perfect foundation for sturdy high-end wheels. They are lightweight, elegant, and precise. It goes without saying that they are handmade with love in Renningen, South Germany.

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Most of our concepts are formed on the trails and later end up in our product management and at our R&D teams. Careful construction with modern 3D-CAD programs are the foundation of our product development. In the next step, valuable insights are gained

by FEM analysis with a consideration of the forces being at work. After computer tests, we are back on the trails. The prototypes have to withstand an in-depth field test. At the same time, we perform complex endurance tests at our in-house test station.

This way, we find out if theory and practice match and if we can start batch production. With a 3D printer, the first shapes can be developed and tested for their efficiency. From the CAD design to the finished product, anything is created and monitored in-house.

Modern inspection and measurement technologies are crucial to guarantee that our angular contact ball-bearings run smooth and steady, can be pressed

in with the right amount of strength and fit perfectly into their seat. All of this comes down to tenths and hundredths. Last but not least the surface has

to meet our expectations so that a good and even result is achieved by anodising. Only parts that are 100% perfect end up in our assembly.

Photos: M. Wragg

The best material for each part is already determined in the development process and has to be purchased, tested and prepared. Then, the time has come to lathe, mill and saw. Of course, we

only use premium tools and modern machines and our trained professionals make sure that our products are manufactured precisely â&#x20AC;&#x201D; they are the foundation of our high standards. Our

in-house production in Renningen allows us to react quickly to market needs and offers us the opportunity to easily put new ideas into action.

Stickers would definitely be cheaper but would not meet our quality standard. For that reason, the label and the ACROS logo are lasered onto any hub â&#x20AC;&#x201D; all

of that happens in-house. At the end of the manufacturing process, the final assembly is made by hand. Each and every hub gets the attention it deserves.

After the final inspection, all hubs are packaged and ready to be installed on your bike.

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nineteen boost - Front “A new standard again?“, some of you might ask. But the Boost standard offers you clearly more stability for wheel sizes 29“ and 27,5“. Its wider hub chassis facilitates a flatter spoke angle, which enhances the lateral stiffness for a 29“ up to 20% and for a 27,5“ up to 15%. The Nineteen Boost’s construction is based on our Nineteen Enduro and can be adjusted to all axle standards. article No. 590.02.500 Weight 145 g spacing 110 mm spoke holes 28, 32 axle system B15 (15 x 110 mm) color options black, blue, red price 154,95 €

nineteen Boost - rear Especially in enduro, a good lateral stiffness is crucial, and that is where the Boost standard comes into play. The wider hub chassis allows for a flatter spoke angle and leaves more space for the brake disc and large sprockets. Of course, our Boost hubs are 100% made in Germany and compatible to Shimano and Sram and all common axle standards.

article No. 590.02.511 Weight 240 g spacing 148 mm spoke holes 28, 32 axle system B12 (12 x 148 mm) freewheel Shimano, XD color options black, blue, red price 274,95 €

nineteen BOOST Straightpull Front The Straightpull hub flange and the wider Boost hub body are a great match and offer the best foundation for extremely laterally stiff and stable wheels. Especially when it comes to the front wheel, a super reactive wheel is an advantage, so you can react confidently to any terrain. Its lightweight 107 g make any weight fetishist happy. article No. 505.02.500 Weight 107 g spacing 110 mm spoke holes 24, 28 axle system B15 (15 x 110 mm) color options black, blue, red price 184,95 €

nineteen BOOST Straightpull Rear As a cross country or a marathon rider, you don’t want to lose energy. To use your power without loss, a stable and stiff back wheel is compulsory. The Nineteen Boost Straightpull’s wider hub body offers optimum spoke angles. Of course it is full of the technical features used in all ACROS hubs, and as a result, you get one of the most lightweight and at the same time stable back wheel hubs in our portfolio. article No. 505.02.511 Weight 207 g spacing 148 mm spoke holes 24, 28 axle system B12 (12 x 148 mm) freewheel Shimano, XD color options black, blue, red price 334,95 €

nineteen xc - front The 19 mm king-size axle with Straightpull technology makes your front wheel reactive and stiff and its ridiculous 104 g will make any racer’s heart beat faster. 24 or 28 holes, black, blue or red — it’s your decision! article No. 500.02.502R1 Weight 104 g spacing 100 mm spoke holes 24, 28 axle system QR9, TA09, TA15 color options black, blue, red price 184,95 €

nineteen xc - rear Marathons and cross country competitions are your thing? Then the Nineteen XC are the hubs your wheels should be rotating around during your next challenge. With 38 engagement points you have a perfect power transmission at all times. Also, anyone concerned about weight will stay cool because the Nineteen XC hub only weighs 209 g. It is compatible with Shimano and Sram sprockets and all common axle standards. article No. 500.02.506R1 Weight 209 g spacing 135 mm, 142 mm spoke holes 24, 28 axle system QR10, TA10, TA12, X12 freewheel Shimano , XD color options black, blue, red price 334,95 €

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Remy Absalon Enduro pro, multiple times megavalanche winner

Hi Remy, please introduce yourself. Hello I am Rémy Absalon, pro enduro MTB rider, riding for the Scott SR Suntour Enduro Team. I am 33 and I live in Les Vosges mountain (North East of France). Can you describe you riding style? I like to ride as fast as possible on the longest downhill possible. I ride quite smooth but I like to play with my bike, drifting even if it is not the most efficient ;) What do you like to ride most? Maybe I am a bit chauvinistic but I guess I prefer to ride at home, on super loamy trails! That’s so good, you can ride fast, you have grip, it is pretty easy to ride but very fun. What are your goals for the upcoming season ? Do you have any special projects coming up ? My main goals are the mass start DH marathon. I am pretty excited to race very soon the Mountain of Hell and the Megavalanche. The EWS are also a goal but not the final ranking but more to be strong on a few rounds. For the next project, there is the arrival of the new Scott Genius bike middle of June, so I am super happy to ride this new toy and also to do some promotion stuff like videos... You are riding ACROS Nineteen Enduro hubs. What do you like about them? I have tested several hubs the last years and I am very happy to ride the ACROS hubs now. It is high quality, it turns perfectly and it is very reliable : I often ride in the mud, wash the bike and it is not a problem, it is still working without any maintenance. But the thing I prefer is that when you start to pedal, the hub engages very rapidly.

STRAVA Absalon Rémy INSTAGRAM Rémy Absalon FACEBOOK Rémy Absalon

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nineteen freeride - front nineteen EnDuro - front If you are riding trails like a madman and don’t want to compromise on weight or stability, you should take a look at our Nineteen Enduro hub. Reinforced flanges keep the spokes in place and the stainless steel angular contact ball-bearings lubricated with high-performance grease reduce rolling friction. Because when you are going fast, nothing should stop you. article No. 510.02.502 Weight 137 g spacing 100 mm spoke holes 28 / 32 axle system QR9, TA09, TA15 color options black, blue, red price 154,95 €

Are you looking for solid parts that meet the needs of your Imperial riding style? The Nineteen Freeride hub is your best choice. Thanks to a stable construction, the Nineteen Freeride is the perfect centrepiece for your wheel set. You can even add a colourful detail to your bike because it comes in blue, red, and black, and is compatible with all common axle standards. article No. 520.02.503 Weight 166 g spacing 100 mm/ 110 mm spoke holes 32 axle system QR9, TA15,TA20 color options black, blue, red price 119,95 €

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nineteen enduro - rear Enduro — the name says it all. Without forgetting about weight, we reinforced the enduro hub at relevant spots. The freewheel system’s volume is adjustable, so you can either enjoy the bees humming in the forest or transform your bike into an aggressive, loud beast. The Nineteen ED fits all common axle standards and is the first choice for all enduro pilots. article No. 510.02.506 Weight 229 g spacing 135 mm, 142 mm spoke holes 28 / 32 axle system QR10, TA10, TA12, X12 freewheel Shimano, XD color options black, blue, red price 274,95 €

“Bombproof“ is the right word for the Nineteen Freeride hub. Install it and never bother about it again because we want to spend our time on the trails and not in the workshop, right? The combination of our solid bearing engineering and an the adjustable volume of our chopper disc freewheel system makes this one an easy choice if you are looking for hubs for hardcore use. article No. 520.02.506 Weight 263 g spacing 135 mm, 142 mm spoke holes 32 axle system QR10, TA10, TA20, X12 freewheel Shimano, XD color options black, blue, red price 229,95 €

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nineteen DownHill - front If you are a speed junkie and no trail is hard enough for you, you have to rely on your equipment 100%. The Nineteen Downhill’s extra wide brake disc mount carries the brake force to your wheels almost without loss, and the hub body makes sure you can concentrate on your descent. Thanks to our different axle kits, you can adjust it easily to any fork standard. article No. 525.02.501-32 Weight 166 g spacing 100 mm/ 110 mm

Thanks to an extremely solid workmanship, our in-house bearing engineering plus the reinforced hub body and brake disc mount add up to the perfect centrepiece for your downhill wheel set. The chopper disc freewheel system’s volume is adjustable, so you can easily point out who’s the king in the bike park. The colour options blue, red, and black offer different tuning possibilities. article No. 525.02.512 Weight 270 g spacing 150 mm, 157 mm spoke holes 32 axle system X12, TA12 freewheel Shimano, XD color options black, blue, red price 274,95 €

spoke holes 32 axle system QR9, TA15, TA20 color options black, blue, red price 119,95 €

nineteen singlespeed “One gear to rule them all“ is the motto here. We love clean design and therefore having a single speed hub in our range is a matter of honour. The adjustable chain line and our high-end stainless steel angular ballbearings make the Nineteen Singlespeed an absolute no-brainer. Next to all common axle standards, this one is also available as Bolt-On version. article No. 530.02.505 Weight 344 g spacing 135 mm/142 mm spoke holes 32 axle system QR10, TA10, TA12, X12, Bolt-On

FREEWHEEL SINGLESPEED color options black, blue, red price 239,95 €

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Do you want to build classic, stable, durable wheels? The Nineteen Road hub is the perfect foundation. With its stainless steel angular contact ball-bearings and its 19 mm king-size aluminium axle, it is super stiff and won’t let you down. It comes in a colour selection of black, blue, and red and with 20 or 32 holes, so you are spoilt for choice.

nineteen road - Rear Our Nineteen Road back wheel hub looks inconspicuous but underneath it is full of the newest ACROS technologies; all our know-how went into its construction, featuring quadruple stainless steel angular ball-bearings and our “The Clamp“ system. It is rounded off by a new chopper disc freewheel system with three-stage adjustable volume of the freehub body sound.

article No. 560.02.501 weight 91 g spacing 100 mm spoke holes 20, 24, 28, 32 axle system QR9, TA09, TA15 color options black, blue, red price 184,95 €

article No. 560.02.505 weight 190 g spacing 130 mm spoke holes 24, 28, 32 axle system QR10 freewheel S color options black, blue, red price 334,95 €

SHIMANO 10 - AND 11- SPEED ROAD FREEWHEEL BODY Fits for all SHIMANO Road Cassettes. Compatible with our NINETEEN Road and Road Disc hubs. article No. 200.09.600RD Weight 64 g price 99,95 €

SINGLESPEED FREEWHEEL BODY Singlespeed Freehub body for our NINETEEN Singlespeed hub. Flexible adjustment of the chainline is easily possible. article No. 200.09.600s Weight 57 g price 99,95 €

SHIMANO 10 - AND 11- SPEED MTB FREEWHEEL BODY

SRAM XD 11- SPEED FREEWHEEL BODY

Fits all SHIMANO MTB Cassettes. Comaptible with our NINETEEN XC, ED, FR, DH and Boost hubs.

Fits all SRAM MTB Cassettes for XD drivers. Comaptible with our NINETEEN XC, ED, FR, DH and Boost hubs.

article No. 200.09.600 Weight 64 g price 99,95 €

article No. 200.09.600XD Weight 54 g price 99,95 €

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nineteen road Straightpull front Like all our hubs, the Nineteen Road Straight-Pull is built inhouse in Renningen near Stuttgart. Minimum material input and maximum stability are our approach here. With only 85 g, the Straighpull version is the most lightweight hub in our range. article No. 550.02.501R1 weight 85 g spacing 100 mm spoke holes 20, 24, 28 axle system QR9, TA09, TA15 freewheel S color options black, blue, red price 184,95 €

nineteen road Straightpull Rear Especially at the back wheel, a loss-free power transmission is crucial. Non-bended spokes allow a precise alignment and exact positioning of the hub. Complemented by our ACROS technologies, the Nineteen Road Straighpull is your reliable companion for many stress-free kilometres on your road bike.

nineteen road disc - Front The disc’s triumph is unstoppable. No matter if road, gravel, or cross — you are always prepared because you get the possibility to adjust your hub to any common axle standard. To guarantee maximum stability and a perfect brake force transmission, we added Straightpull flanges. und eine perfekte Einleitung der Bremskräfte zu garantieren. article No. 580.02.502 weight 101 g spacing 100 mm spoke holes 24, 28 axle system QR09, TA09, TA15, TA12 color options black, blue, red price 184,95 €

article No. 550.02.505R1 weight 184 g spacing 130 mm spoke holes 24, 28 axle system QR10 freewheel Shimano color options black, blue, red price 334,95 €

nineteen road disc - Rear Made in Germany is more than just a marketing gag for us. All ACROS hubs are hand-made here in Renningen / Stuttgart. The Nineteen Road Disc is our technology flagship — its complex bearing technology, chopper disc freewheel system, and a Straightpull flange round off the package. Compatibility? No problem! From a classic quick release skewer to X12, with our axle kits, adjusting it to any axle standard is a piece of cake. article No. 580.02.506 weight 206 g spacing 135 mm, 142 mm spoke holes 24, 28 axle system QR10, TA10, TA12, X12 freewheel Shimano color options black, blue, red price 334,95 €

adapter kits FRONT WHEEL FITS ALL ENDURO HUBS

FITS ALL XC AND ROAD DISC HUBS

front ta15

front qr9

front ta15

front qr9

article No. 200.02.502 price 39,95 €

article No. 200.02.501 price 39,95 €

article No. 200.02.512 price 39,95 €

article No. 200.02.511 price 39,95 €

FITS ALL FREERIDE AND DOWNHILL HUBS

front ta20

front ta15

front ta12

front qr9

article No. 200.02.523 price 39,95 €

article No. 200.02.522 price 39,95 €

article No. 200.02.570 price 39,95 €

article No. 200.02.521 price 39,95 €

REAR WHEEL FITS ALL XC, ED, FR AND ROAD DISC HUBS WITH SHIMANO FREEWHEEL BODY

RW ta12

RW X12

RW QR10

article No. 200.02.507 price 49,95 €

article No. 200.02.506 price 49,95 €

article No. 200.02.505 price 49,95 €

FITS ALL XC, ED, FR AND ROAD DISC HUBS WITH SRAM XD FREEWHEEL BODY

RW ta12 xd

RW x12 xd

RW qr10 xd

article No. 200.02.507XD price 49,95 €

article No. 200.02.506XD price 49,95 €

article No. 200.02.505XD price 49,95 €

adapter kits Anyone knows about the benefits of wheels with hand-laced spokes and in most cases, you are happy with them for a couple of years. As time goes by, you may want to replace forks or even frame kits but the new products come with a different axle

standard. The ACROS Adapter Kit can solve your problems because you can change the hubs without the need for special tools or sending in your bike. The Adapter Kit comes with a alloy axle and two aluminium endcaps.

front wheel TA12, ARTICLE NO. 200.02.570

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ta15, Article no. 200.02.502

qr9, Article no. 200.02.501

ta15, Article no. 200.02.512

qr9, Article no. 200.02.511

ta20, Article no. 200.02.523

ta15, Article no. 200.02.501

qr9, Article no. 200.02.521

ed - fw fr / DH - fw

REAR Wheel I free wheel I Conversion kit

rd disc - rw

Shimano

rd disc - rw

xc - rw

Shimano

xc - rw

ed - rw

Shimano

ed - rw

fr - rw

Shimano

fr - rw

DH - RW

Shimano

dh - rw

TA12, 135 mm article no. 200.02.507

x12, 142 mm Article no. 200.02.506

TA12, 150mm ARTICL NO. 200.02.547

x12, 157mm ARTICL NO. 200.02.546

qr10, 135 mm Article no. 200.02.505

TA12, 150mm ARTICL NO. 200.02.547xd x

ta12, 135 mm Article no. 200.02.507X

x12, 142 mm Article no. 200.02.506xd

qr10, 135 mm Article no. 200.02.505xd

x12, 157mm ARTICL NO.200.02.546xd x

ANGULAR CONTACT BEARING

the clamp - RING NUT

the clamp - ADJUSTMENT SCREW

the clamp - INSERT RING

19 mm ALLOY AXLE

HUB BODY

RATCHET SYSTEM

FREEWHEEL BODY

ANGULAR CONTACT BEARING

straightpull FLANGE

DISTANCE SLEEVE

END CAP

FOR US QUALITY IS... P

robably the most important bike components are the ones keeping the wheels spinning — the hubs. So we put our heads together with our engineers and thought about how we could further improve our current lineup. We were bubbling over with ideas; we wanted them lighter, with a more modern design, a different freewheel system and first of all a new axle system. So we started with the axle system, focusing on the bearings. Being a subsidiary company of a bearing manufacturer offers certain advantages and enabled us to develop totally new bearings. Similar to our headsets and bottom brackets, we decided in favour of angular contact bearings, which can absorb stronger forces. To increase stiffness, we adapted the axle diameter from 17 mm to 19 mm.

ANGULAR CONTACT BEARINGS

Using modern methods of calculation, the inner construction and the outer dimensions of ACROS hub bearings were revised completely. The bearings were adapted to their purpose of application — less weight and more loads. For that reason, the hubs now feature stainless steel angular contact ball-bearings. A specific high-performance grease lubricates them evenly and reduces rolling friction. 2

THE CLAMP System

Our “The Clamp“ system is already well-established in the headset segment and now, the principle of clearance adjustment was carried over to the hubs. The system consists of two parts; when tightening the adjustment screw, the screw ring and insert ring are screwed into each other and adjust the axle’s clearance. 3

The clamp - ADJUSTMENT SCREW

You won’t believe it but developing the adjustment screw took quite a bit of brainpower because it needed to be self-tapping and self-retaining at the same time. 5

ALLOY AXLE

For all our hubs, we use 19 mm king-size aluminium axles. As a consequence, they are incredibly lightweight but still super stiff. 6

Also, we should not withhold the new freewheel system, which we changed from a detent to a tooth lock washer system. The hub shell is made of 7075 aluminium and comes with a Straightpull or regular flange depending on the model. The hub’s clearance can be adjusted easily with our “The Clamp“ system, which is already well-established in the headset segment.

RATCHET SYSTEM

The newly designed ratchet system is responsible for force transmission. A part of the chopper disc design has already been integrated into the freewheel and its counterpart sits flexibly in the hub body. Made of high tenacity aluminium, it is super lightweight. Thanks to a specific surface coating, friction and attrition are reduced and the system becomes more durable. 8

FREEWHEEL BODY

Made of high tenacity 7075 aluminium, the rotor holds your sprockets and makes sure that you are moving forward. Our rotor is available both for classic sprockets as well as the Sram 11 and Shimano 11 versions. 10

Straightpull FLANGE

When constructing the Straightpull flanges, first of all, we focused on arranging the spokes. Our goal was to get the highest possible wheel stiffness out of any hub model. 11

ENDCAP

The endcaps determine the axle standard resp. the width and fix the hubs to the frame. All ACROS hubs can easily be converted into another standard by changing endcaps and axles.

HUB BODY

The hub body is made of high tenacity aluminium. Weight is systematically reduced by adjusting the wall thickness to the actual workload. Depending on the area of use, we distinguish between a “straightpull“ and a common flange. When designing the spoke holes, we focused on maximum wheel stiffness and reinforced the hub holes with common flanges. 53

Photo: D.Trumpore

COCKPIT Master any situation Apart from grips and stems, on the following pages, you will also find our carbon bars made in Germany. They were tested by the independent test institute Zedler and met the challenges of the toughest â&#x20AC;&#x153;multi load MTBâ&#x20AC;? test with ease.

stack-up molding

Photo: H. Gรถpfert

It takes many complex steps to finally hold a finished handlebar in your hands. The first one is always fitting the carbon fibres into the moulds.

gothic Carbon bar article No. 780.02.000-15C

780.02.000-25C Weight 198 g clamp diameter 35 mm dimensions 780 mm width, 8° backsweep, 5° upsweep rise 15 mm or 25 mm price 149,95 €

or our carbon bars, we teamed up with an experienced German carbon professional. This way, we were able to manufacture our handlebars 100% in Germany. A so-called “in-mould-stack-up” process ensures a precise positioning of the fibres and thus enables a composition depending on the workload of each area; the upper and lower parts of the handlebar are especially solid due to unidirectional reinforcements, the reduced wall thickness of the lateral areas allows significant weight reduction.

popular Carbon bar article No. 780.04.000-15C

780.04.000-25C Weight 198 g clamp diameter 35 mm dimensions 780 mm width, 8° backsweep, 5° upsweep rise 15 mm or 25 mm price 149,95 €

Combined with the 35mm clamp, an unbeatable combination of low weight and high stability is achieved. Obviously, customers are always wary when a manufacturer promises his product can do this and that. For that reason, we let the renowned testing institute Zedler test our handlebars and they mastered the toughest “multi load MTB” test with excellent results.

gothic bar article No. 780.02.000-15

780.02.000-25 Weight 320 g clamp diameter 35 mm dimensions 780 mm width, 8° backsweep, 5° upsweep rise 15 mm or 25 mm price 74,95 €