Question 1

What type of bottom bracket is required?

Accepted Answer

Hi, Floyd.  The Habanero 'cross frames all take 68mm English bottom brackets.  I've avoided the (cheaper) press-in bottom bracket designs because I remember when the bike industry tried it last time - it was a dismal failure then, and faded away because of problems with creaking, groaning and with bottom bracket shells distorting.  Lots of people were left out in the cold with bikes that had to be retired when their bottom bracket bearings wore out (since no one continued making the press-in bottom brackets).

Question 2

What size is this frame. Do you have the geometry for the frame?

Accepted Answer

The frames come in 49, 52, 55, 57 and 59cm sizes.  There is a geometry chart included in the photos (limitations on the photos make it a little hard to read though).  I'll be happy to help you calculate the proper frame size and set-up - just drop me a line here, or by using the email tool at my website (can't post a link - sorry...).

Question 3

Hi, is it possible to get the frame without the Habanero logo/stickers? I just like a clean, stealth look... Thanks!

Accepted Answer

Sure. I'll be happy to prep a frame with no decals, or with just the head and/or seat tube (small oval) decals. Just mention that when ordering.

Question 4

Is the bottom bracket drop actually 7.8 cm? Why so low for a cyclocross bike?

Accepted Answer

I wanted the bottom bracket height to be at "road bike height" with 28-30mm tires.  I also like the lower BB for mounting / dismounting and overall handling. I think some 'cross bikes are just too tall trying to get the BB higher than it really needs to be.

Item Package Dimensions L x W x H	42 x 21 x 7 inches
Package Weight	10 Pounds
Item Weight	3.2 Pounds
Brand Name	Habanero Cycles
Model Name	Habanero Cyclocross
Color	Brushed titanium
Material	3Al/2.5V Seamless Aerospace Titanium
Manufacturer	Habanero Cycles
Style	Habanero Cyclocross
Size	49cm center to top

Habanero Titanium Cyclocross Frame

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