Ro20 / Ro24 Anodising is an electrochemical process that coats the frame with a dyed oxide layer. The advantages of this are a hard and scratch-resistant surface with low weight. Unfortunately some disadvantages have to be accepted as well. The anodised surface is hard and resistant against abra- sion, but there is little protection from impacts - for example stones and rocks kicked up into the down tube. In addition the colour is affected by the different alloys used and also influenced by different heat zones of the frame material from the welding process. This can lead to slight differences in the finish between different frame parts. Compared to the large choice of powder coat colours, the anodised colours we supply are limited to black, silver and bronze. (Deutscher Text hierzu bei 4.276 mm) Powder-coating or anodising Powder-coating is a dry paint process where a coloured powder is applied to a frame by an electro-static charge and then melted by heating the frame in an oven. Normally two layers are applied, a coloured layer and then a transparent layer that can either be glossy or matt in appearance. Due to the thickness of this finish, powder-coating provides good protec- tion from impacts, for example from rocks. On the other hand, the layer thickness gives some additional weight, about 200 to 300 g depending on the frame model. Another disadvantage is the risk of cosmetic damage to the coating in areas of high mechanical load like the drop outs. We provi- de a large choice of colour options. For the complete range check www.nicolai.net. 8.568 mm Manufacturing: Beschichten 8.540 mm Yvan Lapraz, UCI trainingscenter Aigle, CH Silver anodized 2003 haben wir zusammen mit Roger Rinderknecht zwei BMX Rahmen entwickelt, mit dem Ziel, den ultimativen Racer zu bauen. Seit 2005 unterstützt uns SRAM-Nicolai Pilot Yvan Lapraz bei der Weiterentwicklung des Modells und wertvolles Feedback erhalten wir auch von Max Ganser, der momentan auf Platz 2 in der BMX Bundesliga fährt. BMX ist Formel Eins Sport. Hier geht es um Sekundenbruchteile, um die maximale Startbeschleunigung. Wenige Zentimeter entscheiden, wer im ersten Anlieger den Ellenbogen vorn hat, damit die bessere Linie wählen darf und den ersten Vorsprung heraus fährt. Oft ein rennentscheidender Aspekt. Das “Ro” erzielt mit seiner hohen Steifigkeit im Tretlager- und Kettenstrebenbereich exzellente Beschleunigungswerte, dank eines aufwendigen Hollow- Weld Hecks. Durch FEM optimierte Konstruktion ist beim Ro20 ein Gewicht von 1.550 g möglich. Leider hat ein hoher Fertigungs- und Konstruktionsaufwand auch seinen Preis. Damit Ihr mit dem Ro einmal beweisen könnt, was Ihr wirklich drauf habt, möchten wir interessierten schnellen Racern, die auf nationalem oder internationalem Niveau fahren, gern die Möglichkeit eines Co-Sponsorings anbieten. Auf Wunsch fertigen wir das Ro auch in Eurer ganz persönlichen Geometrie. In 2003, together with Roger Rinderknecht, we developed 2 BMX frames, our sole purpose was to build the ultimate racer. Since 2005, SRAM-Nicolai Rider Yvan Lapraz is backing us up with the “Ro” advancement and we also receive valuable feedback from current number 2 in the German BMX league, Max Ganser. BMX is a formula one sport. A split seconds counts, its all about maximum acceleration at the start gate. Only a few centimetres decides whose elbow is in front at the first steep-turn. The choice for the best line for getting the first margin is often a race-deciding advantage. Due to the high stiffness in the BB and chainstays areas, the “Ro” achieves excellent acceleration thanks mainly to its elaborate hollow-weld rear. Through the use of FEM optimised construction, a frame weight of 1550 g (Ro 20) is possible. Unfortunately a high expense in manufacturing and design has it's price. So if you want to prove what's inside you on a “Ro”, we offer co-sponsoring conditions for interested parties who ride on a national or international level. On demand we will gladly design a “Ro” to your personal geometry needs. Werksteam sprichwörtlich: Yvan Lapraz ist tatsächlich nicht nur BMX Profi, sondern Azubi in einem Auto- Lackierbetrieb. Er kann also mit der Pulverkanone umgehen. Factory team: Yvan Lapraz is in fact trainee for car painting. That’s why he feels familiar with our powder gun.