Internally routed cables provides a clean, sleek appearance while tucking cables away from dirt and debris.

Tapered 1.5" lower to 1-1/8" upper; 1-1/4" to 1-1/8" is also available. Tapered head tube designs are stiffer and stronger than conventional straight head tubes, with the added benefit of offering a greater surface area for welding. Minimal flex at the front of the frame provides increased steering precision and accuracy.

E-Thru axles offer higher stiffness / rigidity than traditional QR system.

Direct mount front derailleurs provide for increase front derailleur stiffness and perfect alignment Direct mount derailleurs eliminate the clamping system, toeliminate weight, and work with press fit bottom brackets.

Flat Mount is a road-specific disc brake mounting system developed by Shimano. The clean and simple design accommodates the more compact road specific disc break calipers.

BB86 is among the new bottom bracket standards. It offers frame designers more clearance and provides increased stiffness. BB86 equipped bikes have an 86.5mm wide shell, with an 41mm inside diameter, and utilize a "standard" crank with external BB bearings.