Rc1 Carver info

Designed for pure x-c racing, it's rigid and efficient only where needed.

Seatstays are able of absorb vertical loads (ca 2mm) thanks to our original

A-Shock system.

Our special reinforcements make chainstays, BB shell, head tube and seat tube laterally hyper-stiff.

Rc1 in race trim can weight less than 7.8Kg. (17.4Lb).

A-Shock system

Extralite equips Rc1 framesets with "A-Shock", our original microabsorber system.

With a degree of vertical compliance and no unwanted lateral flex it provides the ultimate combination of ultra efficiency and racing comfort.

 

CNC Parts

Steering tube, BB shell and dropouts are CNC machined for serious functional reasons, not just for good look!

 

A true new concept lies in the rear-end stiffening system too.

We apply tensile tralices that stiffen BB shell under sprinting.

 

 

Ceramic Shot Peening

Ceramic Shot Peening process removes machining tensions and hardens tubes surface so that fatigue resistance is greatly enhanced.

 

Custom Tubing

We only use custom drawn 7020 T6 oversized and double butted tubing, specifically made for Extralite Rc1.

An extensive use of variable thickness 7020T6 aluminum offers the best combination: lightness and durability.

 

"Micro Box" and "Micro Braces" reinforcements are added to maximize power efficiency under sprinting, reflex response and overall sturdiness.

 

Tig Welding

The welding process passes through custom made steel jigs.

Our exclusive welding procedure ensures better frame alignment and constant manufacuring quality.

 

We designed the jigs to lock the frame parts in over 80 places with extremely tight tolerances.

 

Cable Routing

No matter how sophisticated your shift-brake system is, its performance is directly related to the quality of the cable routing on your frame.

All Rc1 cables are top tube routed to give faultless shifting regardless the conditions. Housings are very short for better response and the rear deralier cable neatly passes inside the seatstay.

Very safe & very cool.

 

Disc brake systems: Rc1 standard version has V-brake and disc mounts fully compatible with Shimano, Magura, Grimeca, Formula, Hope etc.

Rc1 disc only version is not provided with V-brake mounts.

100% made in Italy