{"product_id":"x-lab-rt9-frameset-shadowbox","title":"X-LAB RT9 Carbon Frameset – Shadowbox","description":"\u003ch2\u003eA Lightweight Climbing Frameset for Your Custom Road Build\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe X-LAB RT9 Frameset is for riders who enjoy a road that points uphill. With a carbon frame engineered to weigh approximately 550 g, it gives you a lightweight starting point for a custom road bike built around the components and fit you want.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFinished in Shadowbox, the RT9 uses Toray T1100 and M40X carbon in a frame designed for climbing and road racing. It comes with an XDS carbon fork and carbon seatpost, ready for the next stage of your build.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLightweight carbon frame:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 550 g claimed frame weight\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eToray carbon construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e T1100 and M40X carbon in a climbing-focused frame\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eXDS carbon fork:\u003c\/strong\u003e Toray T1100 carbon with a 12 × 100 mm front thru-axle\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCarbon seatpost:\u003c\/strong\u003e XDS 27.2 mm carbon seatpost\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUDH compatible:\u003c\/strong\u003e Compatible with a Universal Derailleur Hanger\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCustom build:\u003c\/strong\u003e Choose the drivetrain, wheels and finishing kit to suit your riding and fit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWho Is It For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe RT9 is for road riders who want to build a lightweight performance bike, particularly if climbing, hilly races and long days in the mountains are high on the list.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt is also a good option if you already have a favourite groupset or wheelset, or simply want to choose the parts that go onto your next bike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eOur Thoughts\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you enjoy choosing every part of your bike, a frameset is a great place to start. The RT9 gives you a very light frame to build around, whether you are putting together a race bike or your ideal setup for long days in the hills.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGetting the size and riding position right matters just as much as saving weight. If you are unsure which size to choose or which parts you will need, have a chat with our team before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrame:\u003c\/strong\u003e XDS carbon, Toray T1100 and M40X carbon\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFork:\u003c\/strong\u003e XDS carbon, Toray T1100\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFront axle:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12 × 100 mm thru-axle\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeatpost:\u003c\/strong\u003e XDS carbon, 27.2 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDerailleur hanger:\u003c\/strong\u003e UDH compatible\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClaimed frame weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 550 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClaimed frameset weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.14 kg in size M, without headsets, as listed by X-LAB\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shadowbox\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSizes:\u003c\/strong\u003e S, M and L\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe 550 g figure is an approximate frame weight, not the weight of the complete frameset or finished bicycle. Specifications and included parts may vary; please contact us to confirm the details before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGeometry\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMeasurements are from X-LAB’s RT9 Frameset geometry chart. 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