{"product_id":"factor-slick-premium-package-carbon-triathlon-bike-frameset","title":"Factor Slick Premium Package Carbon Triathlon Bike Frameset","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eThe Factor SLiCK Premium Package Carbon Triathlon Bike Frameset is a purpose-built triathlon frameset from Factor, sold as a frame, integrated cockpit, and seatpost only — no wheels or groupset included. It's designed for the high-volume triathlete training and racing half- and full-distance Ironman events, where aerodynamic efficiency has to coexist with onboard storage and a workable fit range, not just outright speed. The frame's aero-profiled tubing carries over engineering from Factor's OSTRO VAM road bike and HANZŌ Track platform, adapted into a dedicated tri-specific chassis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eWhat separates the SLiCK from many recent-generation tri superbikes is its practicality: the frame is built with integrated storage sized for race nutrition and equipment, and the fit system is designed around a wide range of rider positions rather than one narrow aero stance. This Premium Package specifically pairs the SLiCK frameset with a \u003cstrong\u003eBlack Inc Tri Bar\u003c\/strong\u003e integrated cockpit, a step up from Factor's Standard Build, which uses a Vision\/FSA TriMax aerobar setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho It's For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eTriathletes racing half- or full-distance Ironman events who need onboard storage and multiple fit positions, not just a short-course TT setup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eRiders committed to an \u003cstrong\u003eelectronic groupset\u003c\/strong\u003e — this frameset is compatible with electronic shifting only\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eAthletes who want a premium aero cockpit: this package includes the \u003cstrong\u003eBlack Inc Tri Bar\u003c\/strong\u003e, not the standard aerobar spec\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eRiders comfortable sourcing their own \u003cstrong\u003ewheelset and groupset\u003c\/strong\u003e, since this is a frameset-only package\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eRiders who want a complete bike out of the box should look at a full build instead\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat to Look For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eConfirm your groupset is \u003cstrong\u003eelectronic\u003c\/strong\u003e before buying — the frame has no provision for mechanical cable routing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eCheck tire clearance: the frame is rated for \u003cstrong\u003e32mm tires, measured\u003c\/strong\u003e, which covers most tri race tire setups but should be confirmed against your wheel and tire combination\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eSince this is frameset-only, budget for a wheelset, groupset, and a saddle compatible with \u003cstrong\u003e7x7 rail clamps\u003c\/strong\u003e (additional clamp sizes available from Ritchey)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eThe frame uses \u003cstrong\u003eToray and Nippon Graphite pitch-based carbon fiber\u003c\/strong\u003e, weighing \u003cstrong\u003e1250g\u003c\/strong\u003e, paired with the SLiCK Wide Stance Fork for the frame's aero-optimized front end. Steering runs through a \u003cstrong\u003eCeramicSpeed SLT headset\u003c\/strong\u003e with 1-1\/8\" upper and 1-3\/8\" lower bearings, and power transfer runs through a \u003cstrong\u003eCeramicSpeed T47 aluminum bottom bracket\u003c\/strong\u003e with CeramicSpeed bearings sized for a 30mm spindle — both reduce rotational friction versus standard bearings. Cable routing is fully \u003cstrong\u003einternal\u003c\/strong\u003e, consistent with the electronic-only drivetrain compatibility and clean aero lines. The \u003cstrong\u003eFactor SLiCK carbon seatpost\u003c\/strong\u003e offers a 42mm adjustment range for dialing in saddle position across different rider proportions. Braking is \u003cstrong\u003edisc-only\u003c\/strong\u003e, with 12x100mm front and 12x142mm rear thru-axles, built around \u003cstrong\u003e700c\u003c\/strong\u003e wheels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRider Intent Summary\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBiggest strength:\u003c\/strong\u003e aero-focused frame design with practical storage and fit range built in, not bolted on\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTradeoff:\u003c\/strong\u003e frameset only — no wheels, groupset, or standard-build aerobar included, and electronic shifting only\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat makes it different:\u003c\/strong\u003e the Premium Package's Black Inc Tri Bar cockpit sets it apart from Factor's Standard Build\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVictory's Take\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eWe like that Factor built the SLiCK around how triathletes actually race — storage, fit range, and travel practicality alongside the aero numbers — rather than chasing aero at the expense of usability. At Victory Bicycle Studio, we'd pair this frameset with a proper bike fit before component selection, since the fit range is one of its stated strengths.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Factor","offers":[{"title":"Nebula Blue \/ 48","offer_id":53670432014643,"sku":"BKEFSPXSLK01-BLU-48","price":5499.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Nebula Blue \/ 52","offer_id":53670432047411,"sku":"BKEFSPXSLK01-BLU-52","price":5499.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Nebula Blue \/ 54","offer_id":53670432080179,"sku":"FSLICKFRAMESETBLU54","price":5499.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Nebula Blue \/ 56","offer_id":53670432112947,"sku":"BKEFSPXSLK01-BLU-56","price":5499.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Nebula Blue \/ 58","offer_id":53670432145715,"sku":"BKEFSPXSLK01-BLU-58","price":5499.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Shadow White \/ 48","offer_id":53670432178483,"sku":"BKEFSPXSLK01-WHT-48","price":5499.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Shadow White \/ 52","offer_id":53670432211251,"sku":"BKEFSPXSLK01-WHT-52","price":5499.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Shadow White \/ 54","offer_id":53670432244019,"sku":"BKEFSPXSLK01-WHT-54","price":5499.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Shadow White \/ 56","offer_id":53670432276787,"sku":"BKEFSPXSLK01-WHT-56","price":5499.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Shadow White \/ 58","offer_id":53670432309555,"sku":"BKEFSPXSLK01-WHT-58","price":5499.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0981\/3685\/0739\/files\/factor-slick-premium-package-carbon-triathlon-bike-frameset-nebula-blue-1.jpg?v=1784230827","url":"https:\/\/victorybicyclestudio.com\/products\/factor-slick-premium-package-carbon-triathlon-bike-frameset","provider":"Victory Bicycle Studio","version":"1.0","type":"link"}