Empire - matt dark blue

Specifications

Frame Full carbon
Material Carbon
Fork Carbon
Frame colour Matt dark blue
Groupset 11sp Shimano Alfine
Speed (no. of gears) 11
Cassette Gates CDX CenterTrack 24T
Crankset Gates S150 black 50T 170mm
Chain Gates CDN-belt
Front brake Hydraulic disc brake
Rear brake Hydraulic disc brake
Grips Avenue black/gray ergo
Grips Avenue black/gray ergo
Saddle Avenue
Seat post Kalloy SP-369, aluminium, 27.2x350mm
Wheel size 28in (700)
Tires Michelin Protek standard 36-622
Weight 10.9kg
Suitable for Sport
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Avenue Empire is the first Avenue on a full carbon frame. A model that has all the essential Avenue ingredients and even more. Empire is our lightest, most efficient, and most accomplished bike in this year's range. The lightweight carbon frame has been under development for a long time in order to live up to the Avenue name. This means, you can expect an exceptionally aerodynamic bike, which makes the daily commute a true joy.

Empire is available in 2 different variants. This model is equipped with a high-end Shimano Alfine groupset along with Gates Carbon Belt Drive which replaces the traditional chain. The Gates Carbon Belt Drive requires no lubrication and no maintenance.

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Belt drive

Gates Carbon Belt Drive

Empire is fitted with a Gates Carbon Belt Drive. The carbon reinforced belt drive is much more durable than traditional chains, they need no lubrication and close to no maintenance at all. Gates Carbon Belt Drive is a step into the future.

Groupset

Shimano Alfine

Empire is equipped with Shimano Alfine hub gears designed for the sophisticated commuter. In addition to a premium build quality, Alfine also offers finesse, versatility and incredible ease use. Shimano Alfine is the ultimate groupset for urban riding.

Tires

Schwalbe Spicer

Empire is equipped with Schwalbe Spicer performance tires, which are both comfortable and smooth. The tires use Schwalbe's K-Guard anti-puncture technology and a clever tire tread allowing you to ride all year round.

Rounded corners

Empires rounded corners are a part of Avenue's DNA, adding stiffness to the frame.

Aerodynamic fork

Empire's fork has been designed based on aero-principles, which reduce drag.

Internal cable routing

Empire makes use of internal cable routing, which both reduces drag and creates a cleaner look.

Minimal use of material

Empire's use of material is kept as low as possible. This reduces drag and keeps the weight very light.

Below you will find our sizing guide.

You just have to measure your inseam, to learn which size suits you.

Inseam in cm Size in inches Size in cm
67-72 16-17.5 40-44
73-78 17.5-19 44-48
79-84 19-20.5 48-52
85-90 20.5-22 52-56
91-96 22-23.5 56-60
97-102 23.5-25 60-64
103-108 25-26.5 64-68