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2003 Argon 18 Helium Ultegra Triathlon

Velopedia Archive ID 30397

Overview

Model year2003
BrandArgon 18
ModelHelium Ultegra Triathlon
Bicycle typeRoad race & triathlon
Archive ID30397
ColorsGraphite/Black, Yellow/Black
Sizes46cm, 51cm, 54cm, 57cm, 60cm

Frameset

Frame constructionBonded
Frame materialAluminum, carbon fiber
ForkArgon 18
Fork materialCarbon fiber composite w/carbon fiber steerer, aero crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano Ultegra
ShiftersShimano Dura-Ace bar-end
Front derailleurShimano Ultegra, braze-on
Rear derailleurShimano Ultegra
CranksetShimano Ultegra, 39/53 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano BB-6500, 109.5mm spindle
BB shell width68mm American
Rear cogs9-speed, 12 - 23 teeth
ChainShimano CN-7700, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsNot included

Brakes

BrakesShimano Ultegra Dual Pivot brakes, Dia-Compe 188 TRI levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" integrated Cane Creek
HandlebarProfile Stoker
Handlebar extensionsProfile Aerolite
Stem3T T.H.E.
SaddleSelle Italia Trimatic 2
SeatpostKalloy, 27.2mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsShimano Ultegra
RimsMavic CXP 33
SpokesMavic stainless steel
Front tire700 x 23c Michelin Axial Pro Race
Wheel size700c wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube555 mm
Head-tube angle73°
Seat-tube angle73.5°
Chainstay / rear center408 mm
Wheelbase985 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 29, 2026.