Basso Palta III
Palta III Frameset
Two souls. One bike. Zero regrets. The third-generation Palta blends race speed with go-anywhere versatility in Basso's lightest gravel frame yet.
Colours
Colour options
Available in 4 factory colours, with the Strato stem (£2,599) or Fuga integrated cockpit (£3,099). Deep Orbit is supplied with the Fuga cockpit.
Carbon Chrome Black
Galaxy Dream
Purple Dust
Deep Orbit
Basso Palta III
Uncompromisingly Palta
Since 2018 the Palta has stood for versatility. Palta III raises lateral stiffness, sharpens aerodynamics and adds compliance, with more tyre clearance, internal storage and refined geometry.
Built to go further
Rather than choosing a gravel niche, the Palta III gives you the tools to ride gravel your way – racing, long-distance or bikepacking.
Refined over three generations
Every element of the Palta has been reworked for this generation, keeping the handling riders love and pushing performance further.
Made in Italy
Designed and finished by Basso in San Zenone degli Ezzelini, Italy.
Innovation and technology
Performance re-engineered
At 970g, Palta III is Basso's lightest gravel platform. A reworked layup improves power transfer and handling, and road-bike aero research cuts frontal area by 18%.
Best-ever stiffness
Basso's stiffest gravel bottom bracket and dropout area for efficient power transfer when the pace rises.
Versatility and comfort
Wider tyres at lower pressures add grip and smooth out long days; more sloping geometry exposes more seatpost.
Diamante seatpost and 3B Clamp
An integrated system that absorbs shock and vibration, with two seatpost setbacks to tune your position.
Three cockpit options
Strato stem with carbon gravel bar, or the Fuga or Levita integrated carbon cockpits.
The cockpit
Three options to fit your riding style
UK framesets are offered with the Strato stem or the Fuga integrated cockpit.
Strato stem and gravel bar
For maximum comfort and technical riding: -8° Strato stem in six lengths, compatible with all Basso Ecosystem accessories.
Fuga integrated
Optimised for an aero position and narrower shoulders. 300g, 1° back and down sweep, and a short 65mm reach for lever integration.
Levita integrated
A more classic shape with bar tape integration, in 10 stem length and width combinations. 330g. Available on request.
Storage and protection
Invisible storage. Visible resilience.
Internal downtube storage holds your essentials in two dedicated bags behind a colour-matched carbon cover with a Fidlock magnetic lock.
Internal storage
Two bags fit inside the downtube, secured by a carbon cover and Fidlock magnetic closure.
Vibram x Basso
A custom Vibram bash guard protects the downtube from rock strikes.
Apidura x Basso
A collection of bespoke Apidura packs made for the Palta III, with hidden top-tube bag mounts and three bottle positions.
UDH ready
Universal Derailleur Hanger for full compatibility with the latest full-mount derailleurs.
Microtech Solid Oil bearings
Headset bearings that last around three times longer than traditional bearings.
Ultra Torque Expander
Secure headset adjustment and easier maintenance in 34g.
Frameset highlights
UK specification
Palta III Frameset specification
Specification as supplied by Basso's UK distributor. Components may change subject to availability.
Frameset
- Frame
- Basso Palta III carbon, made in Italy. 970g (size M)
- Fork
- Basso Palta III full carbon, 12x100mm thru axle. 385g
- Headset
- Fully integrated, Microtech Solid Oil bearings
- Bottom bracket
- Press fit 86.5 x 41
- Axles
- 100/142mm x 12mm thru axles
- Brakes mount
- Flat mount disc
- Tyre clearance
- Up to 52mm front, 50mm rear
- Cable routing
- Fully integrated, electronic and mechanical road or gravel groupsets
- Storage
- Internal downtube storage, hidden top-tube bag mounts, 3 bottle positions
- Warranty
- 2 years, plus 3 more when registered with Basso
Other
- Includes
- Frame, fork, Diamante seatpost and integrated headset, with either the Strato stem (£2,599) or the Fuga integrated carbon cockpit (£3,099)
Geometry & sizing
Palta III geometry
Palta III frame geometry. All measurements in millimetres. Not sure of your size? Our bike fit team can help you choose.
Geometry chart
| Size | XS | S | M | L | XL | XXL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seat tube (A) | 410 | 450 | 490 | 520 | 550 | 580 |
| Top tube (B) | 496 | 515 | 540 | 560 | 578 | 595 |
| Reach (R) | 354 | 362 | 373 | 385 | 398 | 405 |
| Stack (S) | 530 | 550 | 570 | 590 | 605 | 620 |
| Seat angle (C) | 75° | 74.5° | 73.7° | 73.5° | 73.5° | 73° |
| Head angle (D) | 68° | 69° | 70° | 71° | 71° | 71° |
| Chainstay (E) | 430 | 430 | 430 | 430 | 430 | 430 |
| BB to fork (F) | 592 | 593 | 607 | 615 | 633 | 640 |
| BB height (G) | 290 | 290 | 290 | 290 | 290 | 290 |
| Head tube (H) | 112 | 127 | 146 | 163 | 179 | 193 |
| Wheelbase (I) | 1012 | 1013 | 1026 | 1035 | 1054 | 1060 |
| BB drop (L) | 71 | 71 | 71 | 71 | 71 | 71 |
| Standover | 737 | 770 | 802 | 827 | 850 | 827 |
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.