FAST, FUN, FREEDOM
The first U.P. combined road bike speed plus go-anywhere capabilities to start a whole new category. Now original U.P. features such as dual wheel size compatibility and a dropped chainstay are the standard for performance gravel bikes.
The third generation U.P. & U.P.P.E.R. frames are lighter, nimbler and more fun than ever. They also still pass our ultimate test: We only offer frames we want to ride ourselves.
And because we’re “working hard to stay small”, you always speak directly with the people who developed the bikes.
WHAT IS THE
U.P.(P.E.R.)?
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With road tires, it is a very fast road bike
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With big road/cross/gravel tires (32-40mm), it’s a go-anywhere bike perfect for mixed surface rides and most gravel routes
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With 650b mountain bike tires, it’s unstoppable on very tough terrain yet much faster on pavement than you’d expect thanks to the road position
So the position lets you get out of town and reach the gravel/dirt/trails quickly (unlike a mountain bike). Space for big tires lets you tackle any route (unlike a road bike). And you can do that with one type of tire for everything or finetune your ride with multiple wheelsets or tires.
U.P.(P.E.R.)?
With road tires, it is a very fast road bike
With big road/cross/gravel tires (32-40mm), it’s a go-anywhere bike perfect for mixed surface rides and most gravel routes
With 650b mountain bike tires, it’s unstoppable on very tough terrain yet much faster on pavement than you’d expect thanks to the road position
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Frame-only size M, ±3% |
1.040g |
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Fork-only weight, ±3% |
390g |
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Sizes |
XS/S/M/L/XL |
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Stock colors |
Grey matte/gloss, Orange, RTP (Ready-To-Paint for custom painting (inspiration gallery, see here). TOUCH-UP PAINT for stock colors can be found here. |
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RTP (Ready-to-paint) |
A clearcoat is not needed for UV protection but recommended to protect against scratches and wear. Some customers leave the frame bare. |
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BB standard |
BB386EVO pressfit 86.5x46mm BB shell |
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Recommended groupsets |
The WIDE is designed for serious off-road riding. We recommend a rear derailleur with a clutch or cage damper (Shimano GRX 1x, SRAM Force AXS & Red AXS 1x, SRAM Apex1, Rival1, Force1, Campagnolo Ekar) |
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Shimano crank fit |
All road cranks |
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SRAM crank fit |
All DUB road, Force 1 BB30 |
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Front derailleur mount |
none, 1x drivetrains only |
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Recommended ring shape |
Flat (for example Wolftooth) |
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Maximum 1x ring size |
General guidance: 46t (flat ring, not available in all sizes with all BCDs so check with your crank supplier), 42t (SRAM offset ring). Note: clearance depends on chainline & chainring. 2mm space is required so please verify. |
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Minimum 1x ring size |
In standard set-up: 38t (flat & offset rings). Smaller rings can work depending on cassette/rear derailleur/chain length setup |
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Rear thru-axle |
142x12mm superlight Carbon-Ti X-12 |
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Front thru-axle |
100x12mm superlight Carbon-Ti X-12 |
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Front disc rotor size |
160mm only |
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Front brake caliper mount |
Smartmount 160 system attaches flatmount caliper, without adaptor, for 160mm rotors |
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Front brake bolts SRAM |
2x 37mm „REAR” brake bolts for 30mm “chainstay” (SRAM part# 00.5318.005.008) |
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Front brake bolts Shimano |
2x 43.2mm “REAR” brake bolts for 30mm “chainstay” (Shimano part# Y8N208030) |
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Front brake set-up Campagnolo |
“140mm” (rear) caliper + 160mm rotor, no adaptors, 2x 39mm „screws for 30-34 mm rear mount thickness” (Campagnolo part# AC18-DBSC39) |
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Rear disc rotor size |
160mm only |
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Rear brake caliper mount |
Smartmount 160 system attaches flatmount caliper, without adaptor, for 160mm rotors |
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Rear brake bolts SRAM |
1x 27mm (SRAM part# 00.5318.005.004), 1x 32mm (SRAM part# 00.5318.005.006) |
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Rear brake bolts Shimano |
1x 33.2mm (part# Y8N208010), 1x 38.2mm (part# Y8N208020) |
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Rear brake set-up Campagnolo |
“140mm” (rear) caliper +160mm rotor, no adaptors, 1x 29mm “screw for 20-24 mm rear mount thickness” (part# AC18-DBSC29), 1x 34mm “screws for 25-29 mm rear mount thickness“ (part# AC18-DBSC34) |
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MultiStop internal system |
Mechanical 1x, Di2, eTap |
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Headset |
Integrated IS42/28.6 | IS52/40 with 45×45 degree lower bearing). For example Cane Creek BAA1161 + BAA1131, Chris King DropSet 2 or Token Omega A83 |
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Seatpost |
27.2mm diameter, standard set-up zero-offset |
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Fenders |
Compatible with OPEN De-fender or clip-on style fenders (we prefer the SKS Speedrocker) |
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Cage mounts |
Seattube, downtube, under-downtube, under-BB |
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TT bag mount system |
100mm front-post-to-headset-edge |
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Indoor trainer compatibility |
Detailed information here |
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Installation information |
Brake hose installationSeattube collar installationTorque specs & BB installation |
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Max. weight (total rider+luggage) |
120kg / 264 lbs (EN/ISO/internal test standard) |
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Warranty |
Detailed information here |
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Included with frameset: Headset, seattube collar, thru-axles, 2 RD hangers, 3 MultiStops (1x, Di2, eTap), cable exit stop, noise-reduction foam sleeves, bottle cage bolts, manual |
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OPEN WIDE – AXS WIDE
Due to popular demand, our complete WI.DE. is back and now with both 700c (29”) and 650b (27.5”) options.
This bike represents our favorite components for building a “go anywhere” gravel/dirt/singletrack/asphalt machine. SRAM Force AXS drivetrain, Eagle XX1 AXS rear derailleur & 10-50T cassette, Easton cockpit & DT Swiss wheels with Schwalbe G-One Allround tires.
OPEN UP EKAR
OPEN U.P. EKAR
The perfect entry into gravel-riding, combining the iconic U.P. frame with the most versatile gravel groupset on the market; Campagnolo Ekar 1×13. It comes with a 13-speed 9-42T cassette, 38T chainring to match the 9T starting cog, Ergopower brake levers and 160mm flatmount brakes.
The rest of the spec is first-rate too. HED’s top-level alloy gravel wheelset, the Emporia GA Pro, 3T Apto stem and Superergo LTD carbon bars, made-in-Europe Selle Italia Model X saddle and full carbon Wuthocker seatpost.
Available in 2 colors.
OPEN WIDE EKAR
OPEN WI.DE. EKAR – customizable
The most extreme performance gravel option on the market with tire clearance up to 2.4” yet narrow crank spacing for road bike efficiency. Even on the WI.DE., Campagnolo Ekar is the perfect choice thanks to its wide-range 9-42T cassette (that 467%) and yet the small steps thanks to the 13 cogs. The 38T chainring matches the 9T starting cog for a nice top gear but also a 0.9x low gear, cranks come in 170/172.5/175mm. Ergopower brake levers and 160mm flatmount brakes complete the Ekar group.
Cockpit is a full-carbon ENVE stem, bar & seatpost (select your size below). For wheels we have several options. In alloy we have the 2022 Emporia GA Pro (in 700c or 650b). It’s the top offering from the wheel pioneers at HED and Gerard’s favorite for its lighness, stability and durability. Our carbon option is Andy’s favorite, the 700c AG25 from another US company, ENVE from Ogden, Utah..
