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2003 Sampson Contrail Dura-Ace Triple

Velopedia Archive ID 30042

Overview

Model year2003
BrandSampson
ModelContrail Dura-Ace Triple
Bicycle typeRoad race & triathlon
Archive ID30042
Original MSRP$2,649.00
Sizes50cm, 53cm, 56cm, 59cm, 62cm

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame materialColumbus Airplane, Carve seat stays
ForkKestrel EMS Pro
Fork materialCarbon fiber composite, aero crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano Dura-Ace Triple
ShiftersShimano Dura-Ace STI Dual Control
Front derailleurShimano Dura-Ace Triple
Rear derailleurShimano Dura-Ace GS
CranksetShimano Dura-Ace Triple, 30/39/53 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano BB-7703, 118.5mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs9-speed, 12 - 23 teeth
ChainShimano CN-7701, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsNot included

Brakes

BrakesShimano Dura-Ace Dual Pivot brakes, Shimano Dura-Ace STI Dual Control levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" threadless Cane Creek
HandlebarKestrel EMS carbon
Handlebar extensionsNot included
Stem3T Zepp
SaddleBuyer's choice
SeatpostThomson Elite

Wheels & tires

HubsMavic Ksyrium SSC
RimsMavic Ksyrium SSC SL, 18-hole/20-hole
SpokesMavic Zicral, aero
Spoke nipplesAluminum nipples
Front tire700 x 23c Michelin Axial Carbon
Wheel size700c wheels

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 30, 2026.