Like the Falcn RS, the Falcn is a lightweight for climbing, yet aerodynamic and stiff enough for acceleration and sprinting. The points of difference are with the round seatpost on the Falcn and the carbon composition.
The Falcn Essential builds on the success of this Falcn RS. The performance geometry and tyre clearance of 34 millimetres are identical, and the diffuser fork crown and universal derailleur hanger (UDH) are also retained. This geometry was carefully designed by Ridley's product developers with a focus on speed, stability and responsiveness. The head tube length is shorter than that of the Noah Fast and Helium SLX, providing a more aggressive riding position. The bottom bracket is located lower because it has been adapted to the ability to ride with thicker tyres. so the rider maintains excellent control. The points of difference are in the round seatpost on the Falcn Essential (versus a D-shaped seatpost on the Falcn RS) and the carbon composition. Nevertheless, the frame of the Falcn Essential still weighs only 990 grams.
The assembly of the product may differ from the photo. Be sure to check out the specifications.
Key Features
- Performance Geometry with 34mm Tire Clearance – Designed for speed, stability, and responsiveness while accommodating wider tires.
- Shorter Head Tube and Lower Bottom Bracket – Enables a more aggressive riding position and improved control with thicker tires.
- Retains Diffuser Fork Crown and Universal Derailleur Hanger (UDH) – Enhances aerodynamics and drivetrain compatibility.
- Lightweight Carbon Frame (990g) with Round Seatpost – Offers a balance of performance and comfort, with minor differences from the top-tier Falcn RS.
Specifications
Frameset
- Frame: Falcn, Aero-To-Weigth Hm Carbon, Ta 12x142, Bb86
- Fork: Falcn Ta 12x100, 45mm Rake, D-Shape Steerer, 1 1/4-1 1/2
Wheels
- Rims: Zipp 303s
- Tyres: Conti Grand Prix 5000s Tr 28c Bl/Bl
Drivetrain
- Crankset: Sram Rival Axs // 12s // 172,5 // 48-35
- Shifters: Sram Rival Axs
- Rear Derailleur: Sram Force Axs // 12s
- Front Derailleur: Sram Force Axs // 2x12s // Braze-On
- Chain: Sram
- Cassette: Sram Xg-1270 // 12s // 10-33
Components
- Handlebar: Forza Cirrus Pro Integrated // 120mm - 420mm (Cc Shifters) - 440mm (Cc Drops) // Stealth Black
- Stem: Deda Super Box // 120 Mm // Polish On Black
- Brakes: Sram Hydraulic
- Saddle: Selle Italia Slr Boost // Manganese Rails // Black
- Seatpost: Forza Cirrus // Carbon-Alloy // 10mm Offset // 400mm // 27,2mm
