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The Whyte Friston features mountain bike inspired geometry for a lively yet confident gravel bike, equipped with Sram Apex 1x11 drivetrain and dropper seatpost for a lightweight playful gravel bike
The Whyte Friston features mountain bike inspired geometry for a lively yet confident gravel bike, equipped with Sram Apex 1x11 drivetrain and dropper seatpost for a lightweight playful gravel bike
Whyte Bikes

Whyte Friston V5 Gravel Bike 2023 - Matt Diesel

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Worn brakes and tyres are understandable and we’ll factor this into any exchange.

The 30 Day Bike Exchangeis completely separate from our 30 day returns policy and applies to new and unused bikes. It can only be used once on each new bike purchase.

We do however urge all customers to test ride the bike prior to purchase to ensure they are happy with the fit and ride experience of the bike.

30 DAY RETURNS POLICY ON UNUSED PRODUCTS

Any item, except food can be returned to us for any reason within 30 days, provided it has:

  • Not been used or fitted
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  • Has a valid proof of purchase from Beeline Bicycles

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We are unable to offer any refund without a valid receipt.

FAULTY ITEMS

All products purchased from Beeline Bicycles come with a full warranty which covers manufacturing faults and defects in workmanship. If you feel that your purchase has developed a fault, the fastest response we can offer is to bring your product into store for an assessment. We will need to see your proof of purchase.

If taking your product in store is not an option then please email info@beelinebicycles.co.uk. Please include photographs of your product (please keep below 20mb), a copy of receipt so we can immediately start to assess the issue.

In some cases the manufacturer/supplier and/or Beeline Bicycles may require to see the item(s) before repair or replacement can take place. If this is the case we will advise of return details and lead times.

All used items being returned to us must be cleaned for hygiene purposes.

On receipt of your goods we will carry out a full inspection & contact you within 3 working days of receipt.

Proof of purchase is also required with all potential warranty claims.

RETURNS BY POST

Please provide us with all the details of why you wish to return your purchase, as your input is invaluable to us when reviewing the products we stock.

If you are returning by post, please complete the Returns Formthen attach the returns address label to your parcel. Please include a copy of the returns form and proof of purchase.

It is your responsibility to ensure that the item is returned to us in a safe and secure manner, we suggest that you use a recorded postal/courier service. Please ensure that the service you use covers the value of the goods in the parcel. Return shipping costs are non-refundable. If the item is being returned due to our error then any postage will be reimbursed upon assessment.

It can take 5 days for your parcel to reach us dependent on the courier’s service that is used. Once we receive your parcel we will inspect and process your return within 48 hours. Refunds can take up to 5 days with your bank to appear in your account. You will receive an email update upon the completion for your return.

Whyte Friston V5 Gravel Bike 2023 - Matt Diesel

Season:2023

Brand:Whyte Bikes

Code:FRMATDieselWhitehLBLU

Whyte: Our Friston is perfect if you’re looking for a gravel bike that’s fun, versatile and will push the limits of what you can do off-road on a drop-barred bike. Load up and leave home or take the wild way to work and back, the Friston is designed to go the bike packing distance, and makes the journey the best part of the experience. Light yet tough, lively yet surefooted, fast on the road, fun in the woods, the Friston is more than just gravel.

Highlights
  • Lightweight 6061 T6 hydroformed, multi-butted alloy Single Chain Ring (1X) specific frame
  • Full carbon tapered straight blade fork
  • SRAM Apex 11 speed mechanical transmission + hydraulic disc brakes
  • 1x11 transmission (38T chainring x 10-42T cassette)
  • Remote-controlled dropper post
  • Clearance for up to 700x50mm rear + 29x2.0in front tyres
Why The Friston? Lightweight and responsive, the Friston is perfect for fast-paced commutes – and with its proven trail-taming handling it has the edge when the road stops and the real fun begins. Contemporary mountain bike (MTB) influences include a longer reach, a short stem and a wider bar. We stopped short of a crazy-slack head angle because Whyte’s Total Geometry concept creates off-road control through fork geometry genius instead. That way you get the same confident MTB feel without the flop and wander of a slack head angle. The result isn’t just on-trail confidence, but a neutral and natural steering feel on road, too. That doesn’t change when you’re loaded up with bike-packing gear either. We even fitted a dropper post as standard so your saddle won’t get in the way of confident control and rider balance. Perfect for when chasing those singletrack thrills or when the rougher end of the gravel spectrum suddenly gets steep and techy.

Plus, if you want to push your riding even further off-road – or tailor your ride for a variety of different uses – the frame will take up to a 700x50mm tyre in the rear and up to a 29x2.0in tyre up front for a massive grip, comfort and confidence boost through all weathers.
Technical Information
Frame & Fork
Frame: 6061 Alloy, Hydro Formed T6 Aluminium, Multi Butted, SCR, Tapered Head Tube, Custom Drawn, Chainstay Flat Mount 160mm Disc Mount, DOX Cable Routing
Fork: Whyte Straight Bladed Full Carbon Fork, Tapered Carbon Steerer, Internal Cable Routing, Flat Mount 180mm Dropouts, 12mm x 100mm Stealth Thru Axle, Eyelets for Mudguards
Wheels & Tyres
Front Hub: Alloy, Double Sealed Cartridge Bearings, 12mm x 100mm Thru Axle, Centre-Lock, 32 Hole, Concealed Hex Key
Rear Hub: Alloy, Double Sealed Cartridge Bearings, 12mm x 142mm Thru Axle, Centre-Lock, 32 Hole, concealed Hex Key
Rims: WTB ST i25 TCS 2.0 System, Pinned Joint, Tubeless Ready, 32 Hole
Spokes: DT Swiss New Champion 2.0mm, Black Stainless, Brass Nipples
Front Tyre: Maxxis Rambler TR, 700c x 45c 60TPI EXO Tan Sidewall Protection, Dual Compound
Rear Tyre: Maxxis Rambler TR, 700c x 45c 60TPI EXO Tan Sidewall Protection, Dual Compound
Gears & Drivetrain
Shifters: SRAM Apex 1, Full Hydraulic, 11 Speed
Rear Mech: SRAM Apex 1, Long Cage, 11 Speed
Crank: Whyte, Forged 2pcs Cranks, Direct Mount, Narrow/Wide 38T Alloy Chainring, 50/52 170mm, 54 172.5mm, 56/58 175mm 11 Speed
Bottom Bracket: BSA 68mm
Cassette: SRAM XG-1150, 10-42, 11 Speed
Chain: SRAM PC-1110, 11 Speed
Brakes
Front Brake: SRAM Apex 1 Hydraulic, Centre-Lock 160mm Disc, Flat Mount, Internal Routing
Rear Brake: SRAM Apex 1 Hydraulic, Centre-Lock 160mm Disc, Flat Mount, Internal Routing
Brake Levers: SRAM Apex 1, Hydraulic
Components
Saddle: Whyte Custom, Light Weight Triple Density Base, Triple Panel Design
Seatpost: Trans-X YSP38 Dropper Post, 27.2mm, 50/52/54 70mm Travel, 56 90mm Travel, 58 110mm Travel, Rocker Remote
Handlebar: Whyte 500 by Controltech, 6061 Alloy, Gravel 20mm Riser Bar, 31.8mm x 500mm
Bar Tape: Whyte Anti Slip, Cross Bar Tape
Stem: Whyte Alloy, +-7° Rise, 50/52cm 60mm, 54cm 70mm, 56/58cm 80mm Extension
Headset: FSA No. 42, Integrated Road, 1-1/2" Lower and 1-1/8" Upper Sealed Cartridge Bearings
Pedals: None
Weight
Weight – TBC
Sizing Information
50cm52cm54cm56cm58cm
5'2" - 5'5"5'5" - 5'8"5'8" - 5'11"5'11" - 6'2"6'2" - 6'5"
157 - 165cm165 - 172cm172 - 180cm180 - 187cm187 -195cm
Professional Opinion
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