Two years after launching Airdrop and their ‘Edit’ full bouncer, Ed Brazier’s Aidrop Bikes have launched a hardcore hardtail in the Bitmap.
Available in three models and a frame-only, Airdrop’s Bitmap hardcore hardtail is the second string their bow after the Edit.
Key features:
- 6061-T6 alloy tubing
- 27.5” (650b) wheels
- Ideal for 140mm forks
- Boost 12x148mm rear axle
- Stealth dropper compatible
- Clearance for 2.6” tyre
- Threaded BB with ISCG05 tabs
- Replaceable hanger & brake mount
- Bottle cage bosses
- Airdrop bolt-through axle included
- Airdrop seat clamp included
- Frame weight 5lbs (2.3kg)
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The Bitmap has been hailed as a UK hardcore hardtail in the tradition, but don’t expect a hand-made, steel behemoth with a 61 degree head angle. The Bitmap is British in that it is modern without verging on the ridiculous.
6061-T6 alloy makes up the markedly clean-looking frame, no fancy steels or mad yokes. Particular attention has been spend getting simple right though and getting the geometry ‘right’.
Speaking of ‘right’, you’re looking at a 65 degree head angle with a 140mm fork, a 460mm reach on the large, 420mm chainstays should keep things lively, while the low standover has been designed with a 160/170mm dropper in mind. A Boost 142 rear keeps things stiff out back.
Models-wise, the frame-only comes in raw or black for £449.99. the Bitmap Trail sports Rockshox Revelations and Reverb, SRAM Level brakes and an NX groupset for £1999.99. The Bitmap Pro upgrades to Pikes and Reverb, Guides and GX Eagle for £2399.99. The Bitmap Works gains Pikes and a Reverb, Guides and XO1 Eagle for £2799.99.
