Elves Bikes has released its latest UCI approved bike, the Vanyar Pro Disc 2024. Positioned as a climbing bike at its core, the Vanyar Pro is also positioned as an all-round racing machine.
This second generation of the Vanyar continues the aggressive geometry of its predecessor, now with an enhanced fully integrated cockpit, improved aerodynamics, and a lighter, stiffer frame-set.
The frame sizes & weights – unpainted and without accessories – are: 47cm: 870g / 50cm: 890g / 53cm: 920g / 56cm: 950g/ 59cm: 980g / 62cm 1000g (+0g/- 30g)
As an example, a fully built custom bike weighs from 7.2kg (47cm frame, OROME AeroPro integrated bars, Dura-Ace 12 speed Di2 group set with 165mm pedal arms, compact 50/34t crankset, 11/30t cassette & 140mm rotors. Orome Valar TH30D wheels, Vittoria Corsa N:EXT tyres with latex tubes, OSSE MAGIC 3D saddle)
Frame-only prices are £858.00 / €990.00 / US$1100.00.
A new steeper seat tube moves the rider’s weight directly above the crank, to aid power transfer, whilst also opening the hip angle to allow for lower frontal profiles to reduce wind resistance. The race ready, hill-climbing geometry places the seat tube angle between 73.5 and 75 degrees (depending on size). The head tube angle sits between 72 and 73.5 degrees… ‘allowing for an attacking climbing and descending position.’
A release from Elves added.. ‘We have increased the structural integrity throughout the design, in line with UCI regulations, resulting in a visually striking frame that is lighter and stronger. Perfectly compatible with modern electronic 12 speed group sets and crafted from trusted Toray Japanese Carbon Fibre T800 and T1000, the Vanyar Pro Disc frame is reinforced with T1000 in key areas such as the bottom bracket and head tube, to minimise power loss caused by flexing during peddling. To further bolster this strength, the bottom bracket has been changed to a wider press fit BB386.
‘Our ultimate hill-climber accommodates 700c tyres of up to 30mm width, for better traction and power transfer on steeper gradients, and improved handling, traction, and comfort on technical, thrilling descents. Continuing Elves’ reputation for customisation, the 2024 Vanyar Pro Disc has the option of two seat post lengths, (350mm and 400mm) and two seat post offset options (12mm or 25mm).
‘Combined with our compact AeroEvo handlebars, the Vanyar Pro Disc 2024’s new fully integrated design has placed lightweight and aerodynamic design to the fore, this being the lightest disc brake frame set we have ever produced, but also one of the fastest.’
In collaboration with DSD, Elves’ design house in Hong Kong, and in-line with customer feedback, the 2024 Vanyar Pro Disc is available in seven ‘off the peg’ colourways. There are also 10 different custom design options, which utilise over 60 different colourways and three decal choices, creating over 100,000 bespoke paint options.
Available in sizes from 47cm to 62cm, the Vanyar Pro Disc features complementary accessories including a choice of either a BB386 -24R Shimano compatible, a BB386-29R SRAM DUB or a BB386-30R bottom bracket, a headset, three 10mm integrated handlebar spacers, two standard rear derailleur hangers, and cable routing stem adapter allowing the fitment of standard bars. All Vanyar Pro Disc 2024 frames come with a five years warrant and free delivery.
