For sale is a brand new 2008 Argon18 Mercury Triathlon/Time Trial Bike. This model has been ridden to numerous IM championships.
o The aero-profile frame and Mercury fork were designed to work together in racing situations.
o The Mercury is a 100% carbon fork, with sufficient compliance dialed in to offset rider fatigue that may result from the aero/triathlon position.
o The rear triangle complements the fork; the whole is solid, stable and yet very nimble; the rider easily feels as one with the bike.
o The substantial seat tube cutout shields the rear wheel from airflow and reduces drag.
o Note: this cutout allows the use of 700x23 tires
o The large aero-profile surfaces have not been implemented at the expense of comfort or light weight; the E-80 remains very responsive and comfortable.
o Dividing the frame into two horizontally segmented parts reduces frame weight significantly. Compared to a frame built with conventional tubes, weight can be reduced by as much as 20% while retaining all the stiffness and stability of a heavier frame.
o Easy positioning and ideal ergonomics for riders of all sizes.
o Optimal handling characteristics in all frame sizes. 76-degree seat tube angle offers sufficient positioning flexibility; riders of all sizes can correctly set their aero position.
This bike comes equipped with Shimano Dura Ace shifters, Ultegra rear derailleur, 105 front derailleur, FSA crankset, and carbon seatpost. Profile Design T2 aero bars and wing bar round out the front end. Mavic Aksium wheels and Michelin tires make this bike race ready!
Quite the unique design with an aluminum downtube and top tube for extra rigidity fused to a carbon fiber seat tube, seat stays, and chain stays. Best of both worlds, stiff, comfortable, lightweight, affordable.
$2000 shipped to lower 48 states