Superstar Watson Frame
Product Information
trails-oriented son of our famous New Deal frame. Yes, a trails frame again at Superstar
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100 % Sanko cr-mo tubing
top tube : 20.6″, 21.0″ or 21.3″
chainstays : 13.75″
head angle : 74.5°
seat angle : 71°
BB height : 11.6″
2.20 kg / 4.85 lbs
complete specs :
trails oriented geometry, with longer seat tube (1 cm higher frame)
stronger tubes than 2010 frames
bulged seat stays near seat tube
tapered seat stays near dropouts, round tips
19 mm D-shape chain stays (dent free)
7 mm investment cast hollow dropouts, for 14 mm axle
integrated chain tensioners through dropouts
Campagnolo-style internal head tube (heat treated)
Spanish bottom bracket (heat treated)
completely removable brake/gyro parts
internal seat clamp in top tube, Strawberry patent
new engraved logo on head tube
Do not use dual lower cable with removable cable stops. Only 2-in-1 regular detangler cable
ecological specs :
black color is ED (electro deposit) : less chemical than powder coating
minimal sticker kit, 2 identical grip stickers on our 3 frames : less waste
no sticker on head tube, engraved logo only : no waste
removable brake parts = no more brake/brakeless versions
first 2011 colors : ED-black + pearl silver
second and third colors will be defined later
painted frames are ED-blacked before painting : no corrosion inside tubes
PEG USE
Better to ride a Watson frame with Superstar Micropegs, instead of real pegs. Peg use on a Watson frame will cancel the warranty. Have a look at the Cooper frame if you want to ride pegs