WHAT HAPPENS WHEN A TALENTED FORMULA 1 ENGINEER WITH A REVOLUTIONARY BICYCLE DESIGN IN HIS BACK POCKET MEETS AN EXPERIENCED ENTREPRENEUR WHO’S OUT TO RESHAPE THE BIKE INDUSTRY?
At Speedhub, we think the result is the most exciting and innovative product in triathlon and we are thrilled and proud to be a part of it:
The Kú TF1 is a visionary triathlon bike and marks the launch of a unique new bike brand Kú Cycle.
The complete redesign of the front of the bike without the restriction of rim brakes (as disc brakes were introduced) was a problem worth solving because the front of the bike is the area that influences up to 90% of wind drag for the rider + bike combined.
Front of the bike
The Kú TF1 design showcases a striking aerodynamic high fork and head tube tucked between the rider’s arms, which literarily opens up the entire front of the bike. This revolutionary design helps lower overall bike + rider drag due to reduced air-blockage and improved downstream airflow control.
A never seen before Steerer Pivot Box eliminates the traditional fork steerer tube to deliver improved front-of-bike stiffness and more direct steering response.
The front of bike design also introduces an industry-first frame specific fork length, matching the fork length to each customer frame size, resulting in an optimized rider weight distribution and “feeling one with the bike”.
Rider specific
A second major design philosophy the Kú TF1 introduces, is the frameset being completely optimised to each individual customer, built to order and one hundred percent rider specific.
Not only is this athlete centric frame geometry personalised, also the frame paint scheme and logo decals are personalised designs and delivered in an amazing customer experience.
In partnership with our network of world class Kú authorised fitters, the Kú TF1 advances every aspect of athlete performance; starting with the rider’s personal biomechanics, bike + rider aero performance, endurance performance stability and even catering to the rider’s personal bike handling skills.
The result
The KúTF1delivers major wind drag reductions and a perfect fit between body and machine to significantly improve athlete performance.
Bike Fit
A bike fit is the first and most essential step in creating your super bike. Based on our bike fitter prescription, Kú Cycle will be the enthusiastic frame builder.Rider specific simply means: your personal frame size defined and built for you.
There’s no doubt that the design of the Kú TF1 will enhance your performance, but if you want some more info, give us a call or check out the Kú Cycle website for tech spec and personalisation ideas.