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2003 Argon 18 Krypton Flat Bar 105 Triple

Velopedia Archive ID 30431

Overview

Model year2003
BrandArgon 18
ModelKrypton Flat Bar 105 Triple
Bicycle typeHybrid
Archive ID30431
ColorsBlue/Black, Red/Black
Sizes46cm, 51cm, 54cm, 57cm, 60cm

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded/bonded
Frame materialColumbus Airplane, carbon stays
ForkArgon 18
Fork materialCarbon fiber composite w/carbon fiber steerer, aero crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano Flat Bar
ShiftersShimano SL-R440 Flat Bar
Front derailleurShimano 105 Triple, braze-on
Rear derailleurShimano 105
CranksetShimano 105 Triple, 30/42/52 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano BB-5500, 118.5mm spindle
BB shell width68mm American
Rear cogs9-speed, 12 - 23 teeth
ChainShimano, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsNot included

Brakes

BrakesShimano 105 Dual Pivot brakes, Shimano BL-R440 levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" integrated Cane Creek
Handlebar3T T.H.E.
Handlebar extensionsN/A
Stem3T T.H.E.
SaddleSelle Italia Trimatic 2
SeatpostKalloy, 27.2mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsShimano 105
RimsMavic CXP 21
SpokesMavic stainless steel
Front tire700 x 23c Michelin Dynamic
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.