Tempted by titanium? The new 3D printed titanium Ribble Allroad may be the bike for you.
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Ribble has expanded its Allroad series with the launch of a titanium-framed model, the Allroad Ti.
The new frameset joins the lineup, adding yet another exciting option to a range that was launched in July this year.
This new addition brings advanced manufacturing techniques into the spotlight with 3D-printed titanium frame components, blending traditional techniques with cutting-edge technology. Ribble hopes the new frameset will appeal to riders who hunt for both performance and comfort, properties titanium is well known for.
3D Printed titanium
One of the most striking elements of the Allroad Ti is its use of 3D-printed titanium. This additive layer manufacturing process enables Ribble’s engineers to refine specific areas of the frame – most notably the headtube and seat tube clusters – resulting in improved aerodynamics and greater freedom in shaping the frame.
This technique, which Ribble has adapted from its Ultra aero range, gives the Allroad Ti a distinctively modern look and is said to offer optimised airflow for better overall performance.
Jamie Burrow, Head of Product at Ribble, emphasised how this process extends the limit of titanium bike design.
“The Allroad Ti project has been an opportunity to push the boundaries of what is possible with titanium beyond basic round tube profiles,” Burrow explained. “From the initial prototype showcased at a leading industry show last year, and launch today, the bike has been through thousands of miles testing and multiple iterations to hone the design, ride and performance.”
Designed for added comfort
Despite its high-tech construction and slick tyres, the Allroad Ti is designed with the rider’s comfort and adventure in mind. Titanium is renowned for its ability to absorb road vibrations, and Ribble has taken this one step further by incorporating a D-shaped carbon seatpost in a bid to add some extra compliance.
The bike also features 35mm tyre clearance, which is enough to handle a variety of surfaces, from smooth tarmac to rough gravel paths. Discreet mudguard mounts mean it’s ready for winter too.
The relaxed geometry of the Allroad Ti firmly puts the bike in the endurance/allroad category but still aims to strike a balance with performance. While it doesn’t carry the extreme aerodynamics of Ribble’s Ultra series, it retains some less-than-subtle aero features,…