{"id":62289,"date":"2024-04-23T10:26:54","date_gmt":"2024-04-23T08:26:54","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/f5fc9ebe-3d3c-4fb8-a5e8-cdd8b73f6ebb"},"modified":"2024-04-23T12:59:38","modified_gmt":"2024-04-23T10:59:38","slug":"schmolkes-new-carbon-parts-will-transform-your-brompton-into-a-weight-weenie-commuter","status":"publish","type":"rss_feed","link":"https:\/\/c01.purpledshub.com\/cyclingplus\/rss_feed\/schmolkes-new-carbon-parts-will-transform-your-brompton-into-a-weight-weenie-commuter\/","title":{"rendered":"Schmolke\u2019s new carbon parts will transform your Brompton into a weight-weenie commuter"},"content":{"rendered":"

German lightweight specialist targets weight-focused commuters with folding bike parts range\u00a0 <\/p>

By Jack Evans\n <\/p>

Published: Tuesday, 23 April 2024 at 08:26 AM<\/p>

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Schmolke, the carbon components company, has launched a range of folding bike parts, enabling you to give your Brompton the weight-weenie treatment.\u00a0<\/p>

The boutique German brand is known for producing extremely light and expensive finishing kit beloved of hill climbers<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>

Its folding bike<\/a> part range is no different \u2013 save seconds off your ride to work<\/a> with 205g rims, a 129g seatpost and a 95g handlebar.\u00a0<\/p>

205g rims<\/h2>
The perfect upgrade for the folding bike hill climb championships. – Ben Wiesenfarth \/ Schmolke<\/figcaption><\/figure>
If your Brompton is sluggish up the cols of your commute, the 16-inch TLO carbon rim might be the solution.\u00a0<\/p>
In Schmolke-speak, TLO stands for \u2018the lightest one\u2019 and represents the brand\u2019s highest grade of carbon.\u00a0<\/p>
$\"Schmolke$
Which spokes will you pick for the feathery rims? – Ben Wiesenfarth \/ Schmolke<\/figcaption><\/figure>
Schmolke claims the 16in clincher rims weigh a mere 205g each, without compromising on safety or stiffness.\u00a0It says the weight limit is 105kg. <\/p>
The German brand hasn\u2019t made any claims about the TLO carbon rim\u2019s aerodynamic efficiency. But for uphill traffic-light starts, you\u2019d be hard pressed to find a lighter option.\u00a0<\/p>
True weight weenies will go for the 20-spoke rim, but 24- and 26-spoke options are also available.\u00a0<\/p>
95g folding bike handlebar<\/h2>
$\"TLO$
Schmolke says its folding bike handlebar weighs less than 100g. – Ben Wiesenfarth \/ Schmolke<\/figcaption><\/figure>
The titanium Brompton T Line<\/a> is already a light bike, with a claimed weight of only 7.45kg.\u00a0<\/p>
Now you can make yours even lighter with the TLO Lowriser for Brompton T Line handlebar, which is said to weigh 95g in its narrowest width.\u00a0<\/p>
This weight saving will cost you between \u20ac289 and \u20ac349 depending on spec.\u00a0<\/p>
$\"woman$
Upgraded with Schmolke parts, your Brompton will fly up urban inclines. – Ben Wiesenfarth \/ Schmolke<\/figcaption><\/figure>
Schmolke says the Lowriser TLO will be comfortable to hold in the upright position used on folding bikes.\u00a0<\/p>
The \u201cergonomically designed\u201d bar has a 15mm rise, 6-degree backsweep and middle section with a 280mm diameter.\u00a0<\/p>
You can have a choice of 560mm, 580mm and 600mm widths, which keeps steering controlled, according to Schmolke.\u00a0<\/p>
You can specify the rider weight limit you require when ordering \u2013 the maximum is 110kg.\u00a0<\/p>
A 600mm, 159g seatpost\u00a0<\/h2>
$\"Schmolke$
The Seatpost TLO for folding bikes costs \u20ac100 per 100mm of carbon. – Ben Wiesenfarth \/ Schmolke<\/figcaption><\/figure>
Last but not least is the extraordinarily pricy Seatpost TLO for folding bike.<\/p>
Schmolke caters for how folding bikes leave a lot of seatpost exposed, with a choice of lengths from 500mm to 650mm.\u00a0<\/p>
Prices range from \u20ac550 to \u20ac610, or \u20ac100 per 100mm of carbon.\u00a0<\/p>
Schmolke claims the 31.8mm diameter (the other is 34.9mm) in a 600mm length weighs 159g.\u00a0<\/p>
$\"Woman$
Lifting your Brompton into a locker will be easier than ever. – Ben Wiesenfarth \/ Schmolke<\/figcaption><\/figure>
Considering a typical carbon road bike seatpost<\/a> weighs about 200g in a 350mm length, that\u2019s seriously light.\u00a0<\/p>
Schmolke says it achieves this by varying the thickness of the carbon fibres. In areas placed under stress, there are 23 layers and only seven where less stress is placed.\u00a0<\/p>
There are three rider weight specifications (from up to 75kg to a maximum of 110kg), so lighter riders can save even more grams. <\/p>
$\"Woman$
Please can I extend my overdraft this month, bank manager? – Ben Wiesenfarth \/ Schmolke<\/figcaption><\/figure>
The Seatpost TLO for folding bikes can fit oval and round saddle rails, according to Schmolke.\u00a0<\/p>
This will enable you to top off your weight-weenie Brompton with a Schmolke saddle.\u00a0<\/p>
How about the \u20ac325, 109g SL 199 carbon leather saddle for a little extra padding?<\/p> <\/body><\/html>\n
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