Parlee BIKES: Experience the Ultimate in Custom Design with The Bike Tailor
Parlee bikes are world-renowned for their high-performance frames for a smooth and comfortable ride. Get your dream bike built and shipped by The Bike Tailor.
Parlee Cycles x The Bike Tailor
Parlee Cycles is a premium bicycle brand that has been creating top-notch custom-built bikes for over 20 years. Known for their precision and attention to detail, Parlee offers a wide range of high-performance bicycles that are designed to provide a smooth and comfortable ride. If you’re looking for the ultimate in custom bike design, look no further than The Bike Tailor, the leading provider of custom Parlee bike builds.
The History of Parlee Bikes
Parlee Cycles was founded in 2000 by Bob Parlee, a passionate cyclist, and expert in composite materials. Parlee’s goal was to create a bike that would deliver the best possible ride experience, and his passion and expertise have been evident in every Parlee cycle ever since.
Over the years, Parlee has established a reputation for creating bikes that are not only beautiful but also highly functional. With a focus on quality and performance, Parlee Cycles has become a leader in the custom bike industry, and their bikes have been ridden to victory in some of the world’s biggest races, including the Tour de France and the Ironman World Championships.
The Design Process of Parlee Bikes with The Bike Tailor
Each Parlee bike is built to order, allowing you to specify every detail, from the frame material and geometry to the components and paint scheme. This level of customisation ensures that every Parlee bike we build is perfectly tailored to your individual needs and riding style – take your custom design to the next level.
Our design process starts with a consultation with a Parlee cycle expert, who will help you choose the right frame material, geometry, and components for your riding style. From there, the frame is custom-built to your specifications, and the components and paint scheme are chosen to match. The Bike Tailor provides a unique and personalised touch to each build, ensuring that your Parlee bike is as unique as you are.
Parlee Cycles: High-Performance Frames for Every Type of Rider
With Parlee frames, we can offer a wide range of high-performance bicycles, including road bikes, gravel bikes and triathlon bikes. Each bike is designed to deliver the ultimate in ride quality, comfort, and performance, making them the perfect choice for riders of all levels and disciplines. And with The Bike Tailor, you can be sure that your Parlee bike will not only meet but exceed your expectations.
Road Bikes
Parlee’s road bikes are designed for maximum speed and efficiency on the road. With lightweight frames and aerodynamic design, these bikes are perfect for riders who want to go fast and stay comfortable on long rides.
Gravel Bikes
Parlee’s gravel bikes are designed for maximum versatility and performance on any terrain. With wide tires, comfortable geometry, and durable components, these bikes are perfect for riders who want to explore new trails and take on any adventure – you will always get a custom gravel bike build that is designed to handle anything you throw at it.
Triathlon Bikes
Parlee’s triathlon bikes are designed for maximum speed and efficiency in the most demanding races. With aerodynamic frames, integrated components, and customisable positions, these bikes are perfect for triathletes who want to make the most of every second in the water, on the bike, and on the run.
parlee ALTUM DISC
In recent years, disc brake technology has changed road riders for the better. The Altum DISC has been engineered by Parlee for disc brake use. The Altum DISC has customisable frame and fork designs. The DISC frame includes the same design as the other Altum models, but with a modular rear dropout that allows for QR135 or thru-axle 142mm wheels. A specially-built fork takes greater braking forces from flat-mount disc brakes. This frame has a 12mm thru axle design for added strength and precision. The frame and fork are compatible with mechanical or hydraulic braking systems and various rotor sizes (140-160mm) for added versatility and upgrade options.
ALTUM DISC SPEC
- PARLEE High Mod SL
- Compact road geometry
- Tire size 20-28mm (measured)
- DISC, flat mount front and rear, 140 or 160mm rotors, internally routed
- Seatpost 31.6mm, with hidden binder
- PARLEE Road Disc, tapered steerer, integrated crown race, 12mm through axle, 370g
- Full internal, mechanical, eTap and Di2/EPS compatible, quick access replaceable clip-in stops
- Integrated Cane Creek, IS41 upper, IS47 lower
ALTUM DISC LE
The LE model includes Parlee bar, stem and seatpost combo
PARLEE Z-ZERO
Disc and calliper options
The Z-Zero incorporates all the features of a cutting-edge race bicycle with tuning that was exclusively available in their Z1 model.
Available in 16 effective semi-custom sizes and full custom geometry, the Z-Zero simply fits a wider range of athletes than any other carbon road design.
TECHNICAL FEATURES
PARLEE tube joining process: The Z-Zero joining process is precise and unparalleled in strength. The Parlee master craftsmen and women use only carbon fibre to fuse each tube to another. The result is a completely unified structure – with almost zero redundant material.
Carbon dropouts and bearing races: Compression moulded carbon drops and bearing races means the metal content in this frame is reduced to less than 20 grams. This means a lighter weight and better durability.
Shaped, bladder-molded tubing: Produced by hand, the Z-Zero tube set is roughly 10-15% lighter than the Z1 model (with better torsional performance).
Disc Brake compatibility: This model was designed to be both caliper- and disc-brakecapable.
PARLEE Z-ZERO SPEC
- PARLEE rider specific lay-up schedule
- Tire size 20-28mm (measured)
- Available in calliper or DISC option, flat mount front and rear, 140 or 160mm rotors, internally routed
- Seatpost 31.6mm
- PARLEE Road Disc, tapered steerer, integrated crown race, 12mm through axle,
- Full internal, mechanical, eTap and Di2/EPS compatible, quick access replaceable clip-in stops
- Integrated Cane Creek, IS41 upper, IS47
PARLEE Z-ZERO XD
Rather than follow the well-trodden path for creating a cyclocross bike, Parlee set out to create a premium bicycle with near-unlimited versatility. They started with same precision engineering as the Z-Zero, then modified the geometry and added some extra features including disc brakes and extra clearance for tires up to 40mm wide.
PARLEE Z-ZERO XD SPEC
- PARLEE rider specific lay-up schedule
- Tire size 23-40mm (measured)
- DISC option, flat mount front and rear, 140 or 160mm rotors, internally routed
- Seatpost 31.6mm
- PARLEE Road Disc fork, tapered steerer, integrated crown race, 12mm through axle
- FENDER MOUNTS Integrated, hidden, front and rear
- Full internal, mechanical, eTap and Di2/EPS compatible, quick access replaceable clip-in stops
- Integrated Cane Creek, IS41 upper, IS47 lower
PARLEE CHEBACCO
This bike is inspired by a place in the USA that’s drenched in history. North of Boston, MA, Chebacco Parish was one of the earliest European settlements. Today centuries-old roads, lanes and trails make Chebacco the perfect setting for adventurous rides—if you have the right bike.
Meet the Parlee Chebacco. It’s equally at home on gravel, roads, track and off road. This beautiful thing means you have versatility plus the Parlee ride quality we’ve all come to expect.
With disc brakes, tire clearance up to 40mm and hidden front and rear fender mounts, this 100% carbon fibre frame is versatile and lightweight.
It includes wide chain stays and seat stays. The bottom bracket sits lower than established Euro style cyclocross bikes, and the head tube angle is slacker. This gives the Chebacco silky smooth yet steady ride – especially when you’re speeding over gravel or uneven roads.
The rear brake hose on a Chebacco is sent through the downtube and chainstay. This allows the rear disc brake caliper to be mounted inside the triangle. The rear dropouts are modular, compatible with either thru-axle or QR, and the frame also includes integrated fender mounts for a sleek setup in wet weather conditions.
PARLEE CHEBACCO SPEC
- PARLEE High Mod XD
- Tire size 23-40mm (measured)
- DISC option, flat mount front and rear, 140 or 160mm rotors, internally routed
- Seatpost 31.6mm
- Carbon (w/replaceable hanger) – Modular 142x12mm through axle or 135x9mm QR
- PARLEE XD, Multi-surface disc, tapered steerer, integrated crown race, 12mm through axle, 390g
- Full internal, mechanical, eTap and Di2/EPS compatible, quick access replaceable clip-in stops
- Integrated Cane Creek, IS41 upper, IS47 lower
- Parlee Chebacco LE comes with Parlee bar, stem and seatpost
PARLEE RZ7
Created by carbon-fibre innovators, this model’s aerodynamic shape drives the rider forward with ease for a high-quality ride. The amazing combination of stiffness, efficiency, weight and of course performance, makes for an aerodynamic experience.
Parlee’s second generation Recurve™ tubing profiles give unparalleled reduction in any riding conditions. This model also features Parlee’s watt-saving SpeedShield™ disc brake shroud technology, first seen on their Eurobike Gold-Award winning TTiR. They have also fully integrated, concealed cabling; concealed thru axles; and this model is compatible with wide and high-volume tires and wheel-sets. Additionally, Parlee has employed their Z carbon technology, using a mix of high performance, pre-preg carbon fibre, and their own precise carbon lay-up schedule. Z carbon technology makes every Parlee bike not only the most lightweight, but an awesome ride quality, frame stiffness and receptive handling.
The next generation of performance road bicycle is here. The all-new Parlee RZ7. Created by cycling’s carbon-fiber pioneers, the RZ7’s aerodynamic shape cheats the wind and rewards every pedal stroke with forward motion. But, speed is nothing without ride quality. The ultimate blend of stiffness, efficiency, weight and performance also features ride quality unrivaled by any other aero machine. That means more PRs with less fatigue. Nothing feels better than going faster. And, faster feels better on a Parlee.
PARLEE RZ7 SPEC
- Parlee High Modulus, Recurve 2.0 Design
- Tire size 23-32mm (measured)
- DISC option, flat mount front and rear, 140 or 160mm rotors, internally routed
- Seatpost 31.6mm
- Press Fit 30 (68mm x 46mm)
- Carbon (w/replaceable hanger) – Modular 142x12mm through axle
- PARLEE XD, Multi-surface disc, tapered steerer, integrated crown race, 12mm through axle, 390g
- Full internal, mechanical, eTap and Di2/EPS compatible, quick access replaceable clip-in stops
- Integrated Cane Creek, IS47 upper, IS52 lower
- Parlee RZ7 LE comes with Parlee bar, stem and seatpost
PARLEE TTIR
The quickest triathlon disc bike in the world is here to help you smash your next race. How? Whereas classic rim brakes leave you braking too early so that you lose speed in corners and descents, this model allows you to accelerate and brake with confidence, and without performance losses.
Every inch of the Parlee TTiR is created to help you gain precious time in your races. Aerodynamic SpeedShield™ carbon fairings shield the flat-mount calipers and disc rotors from the wind, preventing them from overheating. A brand-exclusive seat post design allows you to adjust the seat up to seven degrees – giving you optimal comfort and power. The flex-fit modular cockpit adapts to a wide range of positions. This bike will feel amazing on the road, as every Parlee does.
There are two benefits of the front and rear 12mm thru-axles. For one, thru-axles increase lateral and torsional frame and fork stiffness, meaning you can generate more power transfer on climbs or sustained high-wattage segments, as well as maintaining your line through corners. And secondly, switching training and race wheels is so much easier because thru-axles guarantee flawless alignment of the disc brake rotors, with no rubbing.
PARLEE TTIR SPEC
- PARLEE Carbon, optimized low-drag design
- Tire size 20-28mm (measured)
- DISC option, flat mount front and rear, 140 or 160mm rotors, internally routed
- Seatpost 31.6mm
- Press Fit 30 (68mm x 46mm)
- Carbon (w/replaceable hanger) – Modular 142x12mm through axle
- PARLEE TTiR Carbon, integrated crown race, hidden cabling and flat mount disc brakes
- Full internal, mechanical, eTap and Di2/EPS compatible, quick access replaceable clip-in stops
- Integrated Cane Creek, IS41 upper, IS47 lower
- Parlee TTIR comes with Parlee bar, stem and seatpost
So There You Have it
Parlee is a premium bicycle brand that has established a reputation for creating frames that are not only beautiful but also highly functional. With a focus on custom design and performance, each Parlee bike we make is built to order, allowing you to specify every detail to create a truly unique and personalised ride.
And with The Bike Tailor, you can take your custom design to the next level, with a unique and personalised touch to each build. If you’re looking for the ultimate in custom bike design, look no further than Parlee Cycles built by The Bike Tailor.
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FAQs about Parlee Bikes Built by The Bike Tailor
Q: What makes Parlee different from other bike brands?
A: Parlee Cycles is known for high-performance frames that are designed to provide a smooth and comfortable ride. With a focus on quality and performance, each Parlee cycle we create is built to order, allowing you to specify every detail to create a truly unique and personalised ride.
Q: What is the design process like when building a custom Parlee bike with The Bike Tailor?
A: The design process starts with a consultation with a Parlee bike expert, who will help you choose the right frame material, geometry, and components for your riding style. From there, the frame is custom-built to your specifications, and the components and paint scheme are chosen to match. The Bike Tailor provides a unique and personalised touch to each build, ensuring that your Parlee bike is as unique as you are.
Q: Are Parlee bikes good for riders of all levels and disciplines?
A: Yes! Parlee offers a wide range of high-performance bicycles, including road bikes, gravel bikes, and triathlon bikes, that are designed to provide the ultimate in ride quality, comfort, and performance for riders of all levels and disciplines.