DIABLO SL
- The new Diablo SL is a bully.

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  • Diablo frame and fork utilize exceptional tubes made with high modulus T700 carbon from Toray, and wrapped in a full UD (uni-directional) cover for a tad extra stiffness.


  • Fork features full alloy drop-outs, and the wide blades make the fork laterally very stiff for a neutral handling machine that is amazingly precise.


  • Full carbon seat lug actually reduces frame weight by eliminating some lay-ups at the top joint, and also adds lateral stiffness


  • Choose from a wide range of wheels-Zipp, Easton, Hed, Fulcrum, Mavic, Edge, DT—they are available to help you go fast!


  • The SL Stratics package features all the hot new Sampson Stratics equipment, including a new SL exclusive 645 g. crank/bb, and the cool looking new Stratics SL brake set which is just 240 grams for the set! Or select from one of the other super-light new components from Sram, Shimano or Campagnolo! One of the very best parts of every Sampson is you get to select what you like best.


  • Sampson's exclusive SAS system insures the SL gives you remarkable comfort on even TDF length stages without absorbing power which is essential to climbing and sprinting—a difference that lets you ride better for longer.


  • The Diablo SL is just over 14 pounds with pedals using Stratics SL, DA, Record, or Red equipment-well below UCI regulations!


  • The highly acclaimed Stratics bars, stem, saddle and seat post are included as standard equipment-offering exceptional comfort, value and performance


  • While very light, the SL frame features full alloy drop-outs and a replaceable derailleur hanger for long-term durability


  • Custom fit and build means you get exactly what you want without compromise


  • Standard fork and bb give the bike international service-ability-something to keep in mind if your next ride doesn’t have a team car with your spare bike on top or if you want to do a little ride through Italy or France-or even many places in the good old USA


  • Amazing value and quality from tire to tire! Speaking of tires, your new SL features a set of Conti Sprinter 250’s—one of the best racing tires around!


Improving your performance is now very easy. Just get the Diablo SL! As shown with the new Stratics SL package, it is just 14.3 pounds WITH pedals! If anything can make climbing fun, the SL is it! Amazing power combined with a silky smooth ride give you every advantage you can get! And once you summit, you can pad your lead as the beefy fork and tight Diablo SL frame descend with precise neutral handling. Select from the best components ---Sampson, Shimano, Sram and Campy for your new SL , and it will have you setting a few records of your own! Plus, you can select you own paint too-from mild-mannered to wild! As a matter of fact, the only surprise of the SL is that it is remarkably affordable!

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