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PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
The best just got better. And more handsome. This urban rocket sled set the standard in 2011 with Gates CenterTrack belt drive, and a Shimano Alfine 11 internally geared hub. For 2012, the gorgeous industrial design of the frame gets hand polishing to show off every curve, shape and edge. The Spot carbon fork, with a perfectly designed post mount, gets a matte finish. With fender and rack compatibility, this is the fastest and most reliable utility bike around.
 FEATURES
Gates CenterTrack:

Next generation Carbon Drive System. Unique, super-strong, carbon-reinforced polyurethane system that requires no lube and provides a nearly silent ride. CenterTrack is stronger, lighter, more compact, and better at shedding debris than the prior Gates systems.

Shimano Alfine 11-Speed Internal Hub:

Super-high quality with simple shifting and low maintenance providing a 409% gear range.

Spot Custom 7005 Aluminum:

Proprietary, shaped, butted and tapered frame tubes designed for optimum strength, comfort, and durability. Lightweight aluminum tubing with precise tubing configurations for each frame size, results in a smooth and stable ride. Advanced performance styling of seat stays, top tube and down tube, in conjunction with finely tuned geometry deliver an astonishingly nimble ride in the urban environment.

Spot Custom Carbon Fork:

We analyzed the braking forces that occur with disc brakes, then went back to the drawing board when designing the Spot Brand carbon fiber fork. The result is the first post mount carbon fork with dropouts oriented to compensate for the directional braking forces. Secure, safe, simple, clean and unique to Spot.

Urban/Zippy Geometry:

Cruise with your head up and pass on the left.

Dropout Compatibility:

Patent-pending Wagyū Slider Dropouts allow belt-driven or chain-driven configurations, and painless wheel removal with no need to re-tension the belt.

Hydration Friendly:

Water bottle mounts on down tube and seat tube.

Fenders and Rack Mounts:

Frame and fork accommodate full fenders and racks, for urban versatility and utility.

 GEOMETRY + SIZING HELP
COMPONENT SPECS
GEOMETRY AND RECOMMENDED SIZING INFO
Frame Size (cm)Effective Top Tube (cm)Seat Tube (cm)Head AngleSeat AngleChainstay Length (mm) Head Tube (mm)BB Drop (mm)Rider HeightRider Inseam
42 Step-through52427074427115684' 10" - 5' 4"23" - 30"
4953497074427115685' 1" - 5' 4"29" - 31"
5254527174427120685' 5" - 5' 7"30" - 33"
5556557273427156685' 8" - 5' 10"32" - 34"
5757.55772.573427158685' 11" - 6' 1"33" - 35"
60596072.573427183686' 2" - 6' 3"34" - 36"
62616272427198686' 4" - 6' 6"35" - 38"
ComponentBrandModel
ForkSpot BrandCarbon Disc w/Alloy steerer, 1 1/8"
HeadsetCane Creek40, 1 1/8" semi-integrated, Spot laser-etch top cap
HandlebarSpot BrandSpot alloy, 9º backsweep, 30mm rise, 560mm width, 25.4mm clamp
GripsVelo130mm, closed end
StemSpot BrandSpot alloy, 4-bolt. +/- 8º rise, 3D forged
Brakes/LeversAvidElixir 1 hydraulic discs
CranksetShimanoAlfine
Front PulleyGatesCenterTrack, 46T, 130 BCD
Rear PulleyGatesCenterTrack, 24T, Alfine
Belt
GatesCenterTrack, 113T
Front HubShimanoDisc front, 36º, bolt-on
Rear HubShimanoAlfine 11-speed, disc, 36º
RimsAlexDA22, 36º, aero profile, non-machined sidewalls, Presta valve
SpokesAlex14g, stainless
TiresWTBRyder Elite, 700x32C, Urban Armor casing, reflective strip, wire bead
ShifterShimanoAlfine 11-speed, RapidFire Plus
SaddleWTBStreet Smart Rocket V, 3M reflective rear panel
Pedals
StockStreet Smart Rocket V, 3M reflective rear panel
SeatpostSpot BrandSpot alloy, 27.2mm, 300mm
Seat ClampSpot BrandSpot alloy, 31.8mm
Belt GuardSpot BrandCustom Belt Guard
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BY Rainer
December 7, 2011, 1:54pm
Guys, Just wanted to let you know the bike turned up yesterday and I put it together last night and rode to work today. Wow, what a awesome bike, I’ve ridden and owned heaps of bikes including 6kg carbon weight weenies but this is by far the sweetest ride, the combo of the belt and the alfine 11 is very very nice perfect commuter. And the finish on the bike is excellent very high quality. Also the packaging was amazing Ive never seen so much care taken in packing a bike, needless to say it turned up in perfect condition and was a breeze to assemble (even at 7pm at night after a beers…) once again very impressed. Thank you so much for organising this and going to all the trouble, you have one very very happy ozzie customer, look forward to being a customer for some time. Thanks again. -Rainer
BY Jerad Harbaugh
September 26, 2011, 4:31pm
I’m the type of person that researches everything to the point of nauseam. My goal was to find the perfect urban bike that would allow me the opportunity to ride in style while tugging my one year old in a Chariot. My average bike ride is roughly seven miles, but occasionally will go for ~20 miles rides. I wanted a bike that I could ride in flip-flops, have a comfortable upright posture, yet still not be weighed down by a 40 pound beach cruiser. I decided to go with the Spot Brand Acme over other vintage urban bikes because of the performance gains from having higher end components – can’t beat the belt drive and disc brakes, let alone the reflective tires and the lightweight frame. That said, I did update the bike with some of my own special touches – bells and whistles so to speak. The brown leather of my Flyer Aged Brooks Saddle compliments the Ergon GP1 BioKork grips. The Bamboo of my Portland Design Works Payload Rear Mount Rack absolutely compliments my Bamboo Reflective Kleen Kantine water bottles which are dually mounted (and featured) on the handle bars. I can’t forget to mention the flask and flask holder mounted in the standard water bottle holder inner-frame location. I still need to update the lights (front and rear) and perhaps a saddle bag for my toolkit, but all in all the bike looks unreal. I ride this bike with immense pride. I’ve yet to see a cooler and more unique urban bike. I highly recommend buying this frame.