The Comet frame dispenses with visual extravagance and concentrates entirely on inner values. Weighing just under 900 grams, it is still one of the very light carbon frames, its stiffness values are exorbitant and the suspension comfort is also acceptable. Another strong argument is Stevens' extensive modular system; hardly any other supplier offers more equipment options. In the case of the test bike, a faster wheelset would have been a particularly good upgrade. Campa's Shamal wheels are tried and tested, solid and reasonably light, but show clear weaknesses in the fight against the wind. Otherwise, there is nothing to criticise about this pleasant bike.
CONCLUSION Lightweight and stable. Many modular options. Reasonably affordable. Aerodynamically weak due to flat rims
OVERALL GRADE 2.2
Price 5,499 Euro
Weight 6.5 kilos
Info www.stevensbikes.de
available in specialised shops, construction kit
Weight frame/fork/steering bearing* 893/356/75 grammes
Frame sizes** 50, 52, 54, 56, 58, 60, 62 cm
Seat/top tube/head tube 585/570/174 mm
Stack/Reach/STR 580/398 mm/1.46
Drive Campagnolo Super Record (53/39 t., press-fit)
Brakes/gears Campagnolo Super Record
Wheels/tyres (weights)**** Campagnolo Eurus/Continental Grand Prix 4000S2 25 mm (f./.h. 966/1,382 grams)
*Weighed weights.
**Manufacturer's specification, test size bold.
***Stack/reach projected vertical/horizontal measurement from the centre of the bottom bracket to the top of the head tube; STR (Stack to Reach): 1.36 means a very stretched, 1.60 a very upright riding position.
****Wheel weights including tyres, cassette, quick release/threaded axles and brake discs if applicable.
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