Last year at Interbike, Redline sent out several of its Conquest Flight frames in order to showcase a few dream builds by various drivetrain and brake companies. Not long after, we received our own Conquest Flight frame, although we had a goal in mind of a workingman's build with SRAM Rival 22 components.
After completely building up the bike, we put it through its full testing paces and today we offer Clifford Lee's full review of the frame and build from Issue 28. For extensive reviews just like this one, be sure to order your backcopy today, which is also available on Uberflip, in the App Store on iTunes, and on Google Play for Android.
Use the slider below for impressions and detailed specs on the frame, build and ride, as well as our final verdict. More Info: redlinebicycles.com.
The Verdict:
This bike helped set the bar three years ago, and other bikes have come to eclipse or raise that bar. The Redline Conquest Flight is still at the top with the others that have come to join thanks to its stellar qualities, light weight, smooth ride and sharp handling.
Redline was able to mate light weight, sharp handling and a smooth ride all in the same frame. © Clifford Lee/Cyclocross Magazine.
Redline’s Conquest Flight Specs:
MSRP: $1700, frame and fork, headset, bottom bracket and thru-axle included
Frame: Redline high modulus carbon fiber, monocoque construction, PF30
Fork: Carbon disc thru-axle, tapered 1-1/8”-1-1/2” carbon steerer
Weight: 18.6 lbs. as built, 12.0 lbs. without wheels
Shifters: SRAM Rival 22 Hydro, 11-speed
Crankset: SRAM Rival 22 172.5mm, 46/36 chainrings
Brakes: SRAM Rival 22 Hydro R, stainless steel Centerline rotors, 160mm front, 140mm rear
Cockpit: BBB all-carbon stem 110mm, Deda Newton aluminum handlebar 40cm
Seatpost: Thompson Elite, 2-bolt clamp, 31.6mm diameter, no set-back
Saddle: Specialized Phenom, Ti rails
Wheels: Mavic CrossMax SL 29er, tubeless
Tires: Kenda Small Block 8 32c, Hutchinson Piranha
More info: redlinebicycles.com
Redline’s Conquest Flight Cyclocross Bike. © Clifford Lee/Cyclocross Magazine.
