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BottecchiaStelvio
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Origin
The Stelvio is Bottecchia's aluminium hardtail mountain bike, named after the famous Alpine pass. The current 297+ version uses a hydroformed 6061 double-butted alloy frame with a Boost 12 mm thru-axle and internal routing, and swallows tires up to 2.80" on 29" wheels — making it a versatile trail and cross-country hardtail. At around 1900 g raw for a size M, it's a light, robust alloy platform built with racing geometry for demanding routes, typically paired with a 100 mm RockShox fork and Shimano 1x12 gearing.
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Specifications
- Frame
- Aluminium 6061 double-butted, hydroformed; 3D dropout with 12 mm Boost thru-axle; internal cable routing; tire clearance up to 2.80"; ~1900 g raw frame (size M)
- Drivetrain
- 1x12 — Shimano Deore / XT (build-dependent)
- Brakes
- Hydraulic disc
- Wheels
- 29" (frame also accepts 27.5"+), tubeless-ready
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The verdict
+Strengths
- Light, robust hydroformed alloy hardtail frame
- Wide tire clearance (up to 2.80") and Boost thru-axle
- Good value alternative to carbon XC bikes
−Weaknesses
- Hardtail rear limits comfort on rough descents
- Aluminium is heavier and less compliant than carbon
- Entry builds use basic forks and components
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