Saddleback · Frameset
ENVE Melee Iconic Red
The ENVE Melee frame and fork is designed with the future of road cycling in mind. Built around the key attributes of aerodynamics and responsive…
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Overview
Specialists in their craft, ENVE's team designs and makes the products they want to ride. The Melee adheres to this philosophy and brings the brand's rich carbon experience to bear, with ENVE focusing on the process of crafting carbon fibre to build the frame, as well the merits of the material itself.
With the demands of modern riding and racing, frame durability is critical. By running continuous fibres throughout the frame, tapering the laminate, layering and orientating the fibres to increase zone specific performance and removing excess material to reduce weight, ENVE has been able to achieve stiffness, impact toughness and compliance where it is needed throughout the frame. The Melee is finished in a beautiful and classy Damascus colour.
Using the Real-World Fast aero technologies also found in its SES wheel line-up, ENVE has finely balanced the Melee to give aero efficiency. Tuned for real world performance, the bike has been extensively tested in the lab and on the road at 32kph/20mph and 48kph/30mph, to offer outstanding performance and the best possible ride experience at realistic speeds.
Built a La Carte
The Melee chassis is the canvas upon which you can create your dream bike. Choose your favorite SES or Foundation wheelset, Handlebar, IN-Route Stem, and Aero Seatpost to achieve your perfect setup.
Complete Builds
Real-World Fast
The Melee takes design cues from our own Custom Road, but where the Custom Road prioritizes customization, the Melee prioritizes efficiency and speed.
Versatility
With geometry optimized around 27 to 32 mm tires, the Melee dials up the versatility, allowing you to tune your setup to meet the needs of the day.
Fit and Geometry
At the foundation of performance are bike fit and geometry. If those two fundamentals are not established, all the engineering wizardry won’t save your ride. You need a sound fit and refined geometry to give you the confidence and comfort needed to tap into your bike’s performance. Offered in seven sizes with five fork rakes, the Melee has your ideal fit in mind – like no other race bike on the market.
Shaped for Speed
Developed in CFD and the wind tunnel, the Melee features refined tube shapes that have been tuned to complement our own SES™ rim shapes and deliver aerodynamic performance that is Real-World Fast™. Additional features such as the IN-Route System add to the Melee’s slippery design.
Integrated for Speed
The IN-Route System routes wires and hoses through the bar, stem, and headset, where they’re secured using ENVE’s anti-rattle finishing kit – allowing them to remain silent, out of sight, and out of the wind.
Ride Tuned
While three fork rakes can service the bulk of riders, we’ve added two extra fork rakes to specifically accommodate the smallest and largest of riders. This ensures that the Melee, regardless of size, will deliver the same level of responsive, confidence-inspiring handling required of a race bike.
Highlights
Specification
ENVE Melee Iconic Red specification
Specification as supplied by Saddleback. Components may change subject to availability.
Extras
- Rear Axle - 12x142 (Total Length
- 168, TP:1.0, TL:14)
Ordering
Available from The Cycle Collective
Available to order through The Cycle Collective in Dorking. For availability, sizing advice or a bike fit, call 0203 148 6764 or email hello@thecyclecollective.cc.