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On test: 2012 FRW Diamond Heights Evo Di2

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Category: FRW

Published on Monday, 05 December 2011 06:20

Written by Luca Salvatelli

A bike with high quality, excellent performance and competitive price

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The new model FRW Diamond Heights was completely revised in the frame geometry and composition of the mixture of carbon fibers used in its construction.

The version of Diamond Heights Evo, distinguishes the frame compatible with the Shimano Ultegra Di2, which is assembled, while the rest of the range sees the adoption of the groups Campagnolo, Shimano Tiagra, Ultegra and 105. The new Diamond Heights frame is made of carbon Toray T700S, finishing with UD. The head tube keeps the classic bearings 1 inch and 1/8, with full carbon Mizuno fork. The down tube has a square section with stiffening ribs and generous section. It connects to a bracket of adequate size. The horizontal tube section is similar to the down tube, always large cross-section and slightly arched. The vertical tube have the classic seatpost 31.6 mm in diameter. The rear triangle has the horizontal tubes of good section and the vertical finest, slightly arched. Well sized area behind the head tube and the junction between the horizontal tube, vertical and rear triangle. In versions Diamond Heights Evo the bike is assembled with the Shimano Ultegra Di2 adopted in full, with commands, front and rear derailleur, sprocket, chain, crankset and brakes. The handlebar is Deda RHM 01 EL elements, while the stem is Deda Elementi Deda 01. The seatpost is Deda Elementi RS01 with saddle Selle Italia XR Flow White. The wheels are Mavic Aksium WTS 2012, complete with tires Mavic Yksion K10. The only color available White-Black, while the sizes are 6. No standard pedals and bottle cage. So assembled, the bike has a weight of 7.8 kg, as observed with our instrumentation.