Uncle John Ultegra SL
Lightweight alloy frameset, carbon forks, Ultegra / 105 kit and drop bars make this a cross all rounder.
Sample image. Exact spec subject to change
Uncle John goes from strength to strength in the latest incarnation of our classic cross bike build. Same great triple butted alloy frame, same super responsive carbon forks and specced with a well chosen selection of Shimano Ultegra and 105 componentry.
With responsive yet steady handling, the Uncle John excels in many different roles from cyclocross racing to commuting, touring and winter training. Hand assembled here in Yorkshire so you can customise the components to match your needs.
A very highly rated and truly versatile bike at a great price.
Race light, anvil tough, this is our do it all legend.
- Triple butted lightweight alloy frame
- Frame weight 1820g
- Rackmounts and mudguard eyelets
- Canti bosses
- Proper cross cable routing to keep the muck out
Frame Details
| Approx. Frame Weight (g) | 1820 |
| Seatpost Size (mm) | 27.2 |
| Seat Clamp Size (mm) | 31.8 |
| Font Mech Clamp Size (mm) | 31.8 |
| Wheels | 700C. with clearance for 38mm cross tyres |
| Mudguard mounts | TBC |
| Rack Mounts | TBC |
| Bottle Cage Bosses | 2 sets on all sizes |
| S | M | L | XL | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | Head Angle (°) | 71 | 72 | 72 | 72 |
| B | Head Tube Length (mm) | 110 | 140 | 170 | 190 |
| C | Effective Top Tube Horizontal (mm) | 522 | 542 | 568 | 588 |
| D | Seat Angle (°) | 74 | 74 | 73 | 72 |
| E |
Seat Tube Length Centre to Top (mm) |
510 | 540 | 570 | 590 |
|
F |
Chainstay length (mm) | 435 | 435 | 435 | 435 |
| H | Standover Height (mm) | 78 | 81 | 84 | 88 |
| I | Stack (mm) | TBC | TBC | TBC | TBC |
| J | Reach (mm) | TBC | TBC | TBC | TBC |
Sizing Guide
| Rider Height | Suggested Frame Size |
|---|---|
| 5′3″ to 5′7″ | Small |
| 5′8″ to 5′11″ | Medium |
| 5′10″ to 6′2″ | Large |
| 6′1″ to 6′6″ | X-Large |
Sizing Notes
All frame size recommendations are approximate. A good fit will also depend on the correct choice of stem length, correct bike set-up for the rider and riding style.
Correct frame size choice can vary greatly with riders' torso length. If you have longer legs and a shorter torso, go for a slightly shorter stem. If you think you are borderline between sizes, and you have longer legs and a shorter torso, go for the smaller frame size. If you have shorter legs and a longer torso, go for the larger frame size to get the extra top tube length.
As the frame sizes increase, so does the length of the head tube. If you are inflexible or perhaps have a history of back problems, consider going for a larger frame size. This will increase the relative height of the handlebars making the position less “extreme”. The larger frame will also have a longer top tube, so you’ll need to compensate for this with a shorter stem.
Technical Spec
Uncle John Ultegra SL| Component | Description | |
|---|---|---|
| Bar Tape | Cork Bar Tape Colour: Black | more info |
| Bars | 3TTT Forgie OX handlebar Clamp: 25.8 mm ClampSize: 40 cm | more info |
| Brakes | Planet X Frogs Bollox Cantilever Brakeset Useage: PairColour: Red | more info |
| Build Options | Build Bike - Yes (Free) | more info |
| Cassette | Shimano 105 5700 Cassette 10 Speed Cogs: 10 SpeedCassette: 12-25 | more info |
| Chain | Shimano 105 10spd Speed Chain | more info |
| Chainset | FSA Gossamer Cyclo Cross Chainset Megaexo Length: 172 mmChain Ring Size: 46/36Colour: BlackBB Incl: Includes BSA Thread Bottom Bracket | more info |
| Fork | Planet X Uncle John Carbon Cyclocross Fork Size: 1"1/18Colour: Red | more info |
| Frame | Planet X Uncle John Frame Wheel Size: 700CStyle: CyclocrossSize: MediumColour: Red | more info |
| Front Mech | Shimano Ultegra SL Front Mech Fixing: Braze OnType: Double | more info |
| Front Mech Clamp | Front Mech Band on Clamp Size: 31.8 mmColour: Silver | more info |
| Headset | On-One Smoothie Light Headset Size: 1"1/8Colour: BlackStyle: External | more info |
| Headset Spacers | Superlight Headset Spacer Pack Size: 1"1/8Colour: Black | more info |
| Inner Tubes (2) | Nutrak Inner tube Width: 18-23mmSize: 700cValve: Presta | more info |
| Rear Mech | Shimano Ultegra 6700 Rear Mech Cogs: 10 SpeedUseage: RoadType: Short Cage | more info |
| Saddle | Planet X Superlight Team Saddle Colour: BlackRails: CromMo Rails | more info |
| Seat Clamp | Planet X Squeezer 31.8mm Black Seatclamp Size: 31.8 mmType: Bolt Up | more info |
| Seatpost | 3TTT 2*2 Carbon Seatpost Size: 27.2 mm | more info |
| Shifters | Shimano Ultegra SL 10sp STI Levers-Grey | more info |
| Stem | 3TTT 4GX Stem Length: 110 mmClamp: 25.8 mm Clamp | more info |
| Wheels | Planet X A57 wheelset Spokes: 32/32hSize: 700CTyre Type: ClincherType: Shimano | more info |
Buying options
Uncle John Ultegra SL| Options | Stock | Price | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Uncle John Ultegra SL Size : Large Colour : Red | 25 available | £999.00 | ||||
| Uncle John Ultegra SL Size : Medium Colour : Red | 13 available | £999.00 | ||||
| Uncle John Ultegra SL Colour : Red Size : Small | 3 available | £999.00 | ||||
| Uncle John Ultegra SL Colour : Red Size : X Large | 18 available | £999.00 | ||||
| Sizing guide | ||||||
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