Ritchey Break-Away Outback Frameset

The Ritchey Outback Steel Break-Away is a travel-ready gravel bike made from robust Ritchey Logic steel, which can be quickly dismantled and packed into a suitcase thanks to the Break-Away® system. With generous tyre clearance, an Adventure Carbon fork, and mounts for a luggage rack and mudguards, it’s ideal for bikepacking, long tours and adventures on any terrain.

Sizes: M / L /

Frame weight: 2,280 g (size L, without thru-axle)

Fork weight: 450 g (uncut, without thru-axle)

Colours: Queso y Crema or Swell & Foam

Technical Specifications – Ritchey Outback Steel Break-Away Frame

• Material: Heat-treated, triple-butted Ritchey Logic steel tubing – TIG-welded
• Head tube: Ultralight, forged and CNC-machined, straight 1 1/8"
• Corrosion protection: Electrophoretic deposition (ED coating)
• Seat tube clamp: 28.6 mm (max. 2.5 Nm for derailleur and chain guide clamps)
• Seat tube: 27.2 mm with integrated clamping (max. 6 Nm)
• Bottombracket: 68 mm, BSA/English threaded
• Rear triangle: 142 mm, including 12 mm aluminium thru-axle
• Chainring compatibility:
  • 1x: 36–46 teeth
  • 2x: 46/30 to 50/34
• Chainline: 49 mm
• Not compatible: Direct-mount / T-type rear derailleurs & cassettes
• Bottlecage: 3 positions
• Break‑Away® system: Patented Ritchey Break‑Away design
• Cablerouting: External
• Luggage rack & mudguard mounts: Provided
• Derailleurhanger: Replaceable, stainless steel
• Headset: Ritchey WCS (top IS42/28.6 – 16 mm stack; bottom IS42/30)

Fork

• Model: New Ritchey Carbon Adventure Fork with multi-mounts
• Steerer tube: 1 1/8" straight, integrated 45° crown race
• Steerer tube length: 300 mm
• Fork length: 390 mm
• Axle-to-crown: 393 mm
• Offset: 50 mm
• Mounting width: 100 mm, 12 mm aluminium thru-axle included
• Spacer limit: Max. 30 mm below the stem
• Mudguard mounts: Threaded holes on the fork crown
• Multi-mounts: Max. 2.5 kg per leg (follow manufacturer’s specifications)
• Luggage rack & mudguard mounts: Provided

Tyre clearance

• Compatibility:
  • 700c × 48 mm
  • 650b × 2.0"
    (depending on tyre/rim manufacturer)
• Frame clearance: 58 mm
• Fork clearance: 60 mm

Brakes

• Flat-mount: Front & rear
• Rotor size: 140 mm (160 mm max., adaptor available separately)
• Cable routing: Optimised for mechanical brakes
• Hydraulics: Compatible (follow the manufacturer’s instructions for transport)

Break-away clutch:

• Torque: 5 Nm
• Do not lubricate
• Torque wrench not included

Contents:

• Break-away down tube clamp
• Rear brake cable connector
• Shift cable connectors

Carry case: Included

• Dimensions: 21.6 cm (W) × 67.3 cm (H) × 78.8 cm (L) including wheels

The Ritchey Outback Steel Break-Away is the ideal gravel and adventure bike for anyone seeking boundless freedom on any surface – from tarmac to gravel to remote trails. Tom Ritchey rides around 10,000 miles a year and combines this experience with over 40 years of frame-building. The result is a bike that is regarded worldwide as an icon in the world of gravel and bikepacking.

The Break‑Away® version of the Outback was developed for travellers who want a versatile steel gravel bike that can be dismantled quickly and easily. The frame can be dismantled in a matter of minutes without the need for specialist tools and stowed away in the sturdy travel case supplied – perfect for avoiding additional airline charges. Once at your destination, the bike can be reassembled just as quickly and is ready for new adventures.

The Outback Steel Break-Away offers numerous features for long tours and challenging adventures:

• Pannier and mudguard mounts for maximum flexibility
• Tyre clearance for 700c x 48 mm or 650b x 2.0" for versatile use
• Flat-mount disc brake mount for modern braking performance
• Ritchey Carbon Adventure Fork with multi-mounts for additional kit

This bike is the perfect choice for anyone looking for a robust, comfortable and travel-ready steel gravel bike – whether for bikepacking, round-the-world trips or everyday adventures.