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Holdsworth Competition
Triple Butted Steel ArtistryOverview
Holdsworth Competition
Born out of decades of hand crafted frame building heritage the Holdsworth Competition artfully updates the idea of what the best steel frames can offer. Handmade from triple butted, Columbus Spirit triple butted steel tubing and realised with decidedly modern frame specifications and details the Holdsworth Competition is a contemporary work of art.
Steel frames are renowned for providing a lively, responsive ride feel that other frame materials just can't match and the Holdsworth Competition rides totally true to form. With an oversized headset and 320 gram carbon fibre fork, the Competition feels remarkably nimble on the climbs and utterly confidence inspiring in a big bunch sprint. If you love what a lightweight carbon bike offers but desire a bike crafted with real pride and integrity then you'll find that every inch of the Holdsworth Competition has been built for you.
- Handmade Frameset
- Columbus Spirit Tubing
- 320 Gram Carbon Fork
- Modern Frame Specification
- Timeless Craftsmanship
- Pre-Built Bike & Frameset Options
Features
Built By Humans
Ready To Ride
Hand Crafted Quality
There's nothing like the feel of a handbuilt frame.
There's a level of attention to detail and pride in craftsmanship that machine built framesets will simply never match. We take triple butted Columbus Spirit frame tubes and hand mitre and TIG weld them into incredible works of art.
Only 300 Grams
T700 and HM Carbon
Handbuilt Carbon Fork
320 grams of handbuilt carbon perfection grace the front end of the Holdsworth competition. Skillfully made using Toray T700 and selected HM carbon fibres this fork is the obvious match to a lightweight Columbus frame. With an oversize full-carbon steerer and stainless drop-out inserts, it's one of the best-regarded forks on the market.
View Range
Multiple Choice
Choose the ideal parts to create your perfect bike
Multiple Groupset & Finishing Kit Options
We know no two cyclists are identical, that's why we offer a huge range of groupset and finishing kit options. Now you can choose the ideal set up to suit your budget and your heart. Tailor your bike to your exact requirements, with options from the best brands available, such as SRAM, Shimano, Campagnolo, Selcof, FSA, Cinelli, Selle Italia, Fizik, San Marco, Time, Look, Exustar, Continental and Vittoria. The list goes on...
No matter what your tastes, we go the extra mile to ensure you get your dream bike.
Geometry
Geometry
Size & Specs
| S/485 | M/500 | L/520 | XL/540 | ||
| A | Head Angle (°) | 72 | 73 | 73 | 73.5 |
| B | Headtube Length (mm) | 135 | 155 | 175 | 195 |
| C | Effective TT (mm) | 530 | 550 | 570 | 590 |
| D | Seat Angle (°) | 74 | 73.5 | 73 | 72.5 |
| E | Seat Tube (Centre to Top mm) | 485 | 500 | 520 | 540 |
| F | Chainstay(mm) | 406 | 407 | 409 | 411 |
| G | BB Drop(mm) | 72 | 72 | 72 | 72 |
| I | Stack (assumed 15mm spacer) | 570 | 590 | 610 | 630 |
| J | Reach (assumed 100mm stem) | 470 | 479 | 488 | 497 |
| K | Front Center(mm) | 575 | 582 | 597 | 607 |
| L | Fork Length (mm) | 365 | 365 | 365 | 365 |
| L | Offset (mm) | 43 | 43 | 43 | 43 |
Reviews
The history and heritage of Holdsworth brought bang up to date in a great-value package...
