Focus PARALANE 8.7
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The "PARALANE 8.7" model from Focus, released in 2024, is a versatile and high-performance bike that stands out for its high-quality components and innovative design. The frame is made from MAX technology carbon and is fitted with a disc brake. It features a BB86 standard bottom bracket and a 142x12 mm thru-axle, which provides additional stability. The internal cable routing contributes to a clean, tidy appearance and protects the cables from external influences. The bike’s maximum load capacity is 120 kg, which speaks to its robust construction.
The PARALANE 8.7’s braking system is fitted with Shimano 105 R7170 disc brakes, which use 160 mm brake discs at the front and rear to ensure reliable braking performance. The gear system is also from Shimano and comprises an R7100 12-speed groupset with matching shift levers and a front derailleur from the same series. The Shimano 105 R7000 crankset with 50/34T and the Shimano 105 CSHG710 cassette with 11-36T, offer a wide gear range suitable for both fast sprints and steep climbs.
The bike’s fork, the Paralane Carbon Disc, is fitted with integrated cable routing and is also designed for disc brakes. It features a 100x12 mm thru-axle and a Flat Mount system. The handlebars are aluminium BBB Basic with a 125 mm drop and a 70 mm reach, combined with a FOCUS C.I.S. 2.0 stem, which has a stem length of 80 mm and is fitted with a Garmin/Wahoo mount.
The PARALANE 8.7 is fitted with Vittoria Rubino Pro TLR tyres in size 700 x 32C, fitted to both the front and rear. These tubular tyres are fitted to an Alexrims Boondocks 5 wheelset, which has a rim depth of 26 mm and is fitted with 12x100 mm thru-axles at the front and 12x142 mm at the rear.
The saddle is a Selle Royal Groove, mounted on a BBB FlyPost SP-135 carbon seatpost with a 15 mm set-back. The bike’s geometry features a reach of 368 mm and a stack of 535 mm, as well as a top tube length of 511 mm. The head tube angle is 71 degrees, whilst the seat tube angle is 75 degrees. The head tube length is 124 mm, the chainstay length is 415 mm, and the bottom bracket drop is 75 mm. The fork offset is specified as 50 mm, the standover height is 747 mm, and the crank length is 170 mm. The bike’s overall wheelbase is 989 mm.
The PARALANE 8.7 thus offers a balanced combination of performance and comfort, ideal for discerning riders who value quality and functionality. Priced at 2,999 EUR, it represents an attractive option in the mid-range price segment.