Description
Possibly the most iconic frame associated with Ritchey, the Swiss Cross draws its name from early factory rider, cyclocross and mountain bike legend Thomas Frischknecht. The first iteration of the Swiss Cross was a no-holds-barred race machine designed for one thing: ripping through dirt like no other. Captained to numerous victories under Frischi, the Swiss Cross went on to become one of the most revered frames of the Ritchey offering.
Twenty-five years later, the Swiss Cross is still a staple of the Ritchey fleet - now featuring modern standards such as 12mm thru-axles, flat-mount brakes, and higher-volume tire clearance. Yet one thing has remained unchanged: it is still a no-holds-barred race-ready dirt ripper. Whether it's ticking off the grueling miles of a gravel race or leading the charge on bell lap , the new Swiss Cross is more than capable of tackling it all. Go fast. Get dirty.
Tech Specs
Features
WCS Logic Tubing
Ritchey's proprietary and triple-butted steel tubing developed specifically for the TIG welding process to Tom's specifications.
Integrated Carbon Crown
Geometry
Tech Manuals / Spare parts / Videos / Downloads
Drawings / Manuals / Guides
Spare Parts
WCS Headset Cartridge Bearing
- Size: 41.8/30.5/8mm 45°/45°
- QTY per Pack: 2
Comp Cartridge Headset Bearing
- Size: 41.8/30.5/8mm 45°/45°
- QTY per Pack: 2
Derailleur Hanger for Steel Frames
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15mm Dropout Conversion kit
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Compatible Headsets
WCS Integrated IS Upper Headset
- SHIS: IS42/28.6
- Stack Height: 9.1 mm
WCS Integrated IS Upper Headset
- SHIS: IS42/28.6
- Stack Height: 16.0 mm
WCS Integrated IS Lower Headset
- SHIS: IS42/30
Comp Cartridge Integrated IS Upper Headset
- SHIS: IS42/28.6
- Stack Height: 9.1 mm
Comp Cartridge Integrated IS Upper Headset
- SHIS: IS42/28.6
- Stack Height: 16.0 mm
Classic Integrated IS Upper Headset
- SHIS: IS42/28.6
Comp Cartridge Integrated IS Lower Headset
- SHIS: IS42/30
Comp Integrated IS Headset
- SHIS: IS42/28.6 | IS42/30
- Stack Height: 6.8 mm
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